Archicad vs Graphisoft BIMx
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Archicad |  Graphisoft BIMx | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #3 7.5 | #13 6.5 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | $201 a month | On request |
| Free | Free plan | Free plan |
| 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 | BIMx: $0 |
| 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. | BIMx is a free option for exploring and presenting linked project layouts, 3D models, and BIM information. Users should account for the Graphisoft ID requirement in desktop and mobile apps and the limits on private Hyper-model sharing. |
| Visit Archicad | Visit Graphisoft BIMx |