Archicad vs ARCHLine.XP
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Archicad |  ARCHLine.XP | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #3 7.5 | #12 6.5 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | $201 a month | €3,010 once |
| Free | Free plan | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, Extension, Mac, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Archicad EDU: $0 Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Collaborate: $237 a month | ARCHLine.XP 2026 Perpetual License: €3,010 once |
| Verdict | 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. | ARCHLine.XP brings architectural and interior design, coordinated documentation, and rendering into one BIM-focused toolset. The listed perpetual license has a substantial stated price, and Mac users need a Windows installation. |
| Visit Archicad | Visit ARCHLine.XP |