Chief Architect vs OpenBuildings Designer
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Chief Architect |  OpenBuildings Designer | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #4 7.5 | #33 3.1 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | $229 a month | $3,844 a year |
| Free | Free trial | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Chief Architect Premier: $229 a month Chief Architect Premier: $1,995 a year | OpenBuildings Designer: $3,844 a year |
| Verdict | 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 Chief Architect | Visit OpenBuildings Designer |