ARCHLine.XP vs Chief Architect
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 ARCHLine.XP |  Chief Architect | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #12 6.5 | #4 7.5 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | €3,010 once | $229 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free trial |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | ARCHLine.XP 2026 Perpetual License: €3,010 once | Chief Architect Premier: $229 a month Chief Architect Premier: $1,995 a year |
| Verdict | 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. | Chief Architect Premier brings modeling, documentation, material costing, and visualization into one design tool. Consider its trial restrictions, system requirements, and 229.00 USD per month price before committing. |
| Visit ARCHLine.XP | Visit Chief Architect |