Chief Architect vs IDEA Architecture
| Chief Architect | IDEA Architecture | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $166.25/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows | — |
| Free plan | No | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | — |
| BIM workflows | — | Yes |
| Construction documents | — | Yes |
| Rendering tools | — | Yes |
| Supported file formats | — | DWG, IFC, RVT, DWF, PDF, NWC |
| Team collaboration | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Architecture Software. On Bettesworth Construction, Chief Architect scores higher on our published basis.