Archicad vs GstarCAD
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Archicad | GstarCAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #3 7.5 | #5 7.5 |
| Maker | — | GstarCAD |
| Starts at | $201 a month | $239 a year |
| Free | Free plan | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Linux, 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 | Standard: $749 a month Professional: $949 a month Premium: $1,120 a month GstarCAD 2027 Standard: $239 a year |
| 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. | GstarCAD offers 2D and 3D drafting with DWG and DXF support, a large toolset, and several licensing routes. Its 2027 annual plans start at 239.00 USD per year, with VAT and service fees excluded. |
| Visit Archicad | Visit GstarCAD |