Archicad vs AutoCAD
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Archicad | AutoCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #3 7.5 | #2 7.8 |
| Maker | — | AutoCAD |
| Starts at | $201 a month | $260 a month |
| Free | Free plan | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Archicad EDU: $0 Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Studio: $201 a month Archicad Collaborate: $237 a month | AutoCAD Monthly: on request AutoCAD Monthly: on request AutoCAD Annual: on request AutoCAD Annual: on request |
| 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. | AutoCAD combines 2D and 3D work with specialized toolsets and collaboration features. Check the subscription terms and price against your needs, particularly the named-user and one-device-at-a-time limits. |
| Visit Archicad | Visit AutoCAD |