Allplan vs Archicad
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Allplan |  Archicad | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #9 6.8 | #3 7.5 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | €123 a month | $201 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free plan |
| Runs on | iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | ALLPLAN Basic: €123 a month ALLPLAN Concept: €210 a month ALLPLAN Professional: €263 a month ALLPLAN Ultimate: €353 a month | Archicad EDU: $0 Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Collaborate: $237 a month |
| Verdict | ALLPLAN combines BIM modeling and construction workflows across several disciplines, with cloud services and a range of exchange formats. It is a paid product with a 14-day trial and specified Windows system requirements. | Archicad brings building design, documentation and collaboration into a BIM workflow, with the Studio and Collaborate plans differing in teamworking and MEP provisions. Eligible learners can use the free EDU license for non-commercial work, with its watermark restriction. |
| Visit Allplan | Visit Archicad |