Archicad vs Arkio
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Archicad | Arkio | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #3 7.5 | #6 7.2 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | $201 a month | $35 a month |
| Free | Free plan | Free plan |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, 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 | Starter: $0 Pro: $35 a month Enterprise: $85 a month |
| 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. | Arkio combines shared scene editing with modeling and review tools for spatial design work. The free Starter plan offers core modeling, while larger meetings and more AI credits require a paid plan. |
| Visit Archicad | Visit Arkio |