MicroStation vs Rhino 3D
Both are on the 3D CAD Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 MicroStation | Rhino 3D | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #7 6.9 | #2 8.3 |
| Maker | MicroStation | Rhino 3D |
| Starts at | $2,656 a year | $95 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free plan |
| Runs on | Windows | API, iPhone/iPad, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | MicroStation: $2,656 a year | Commercial — Rhino 8 single concurrent user: $995 a month Commercial — Rhino 8, 10 concurrent users: $9,950 a month Commercial — Rhino 8, 50 concurrent users: $49,750 a month Commercial upgrade — Rhino 8 single concurrent user: $595 a month |
| Verdict | MicroStation combines infrastructure CAD, BIM-ready modeling and geospatial data handling on a Windows desktop. Its file support and offline capability suit professional design workflows, while trial access requires Bentley approval. | Rhino 3D offers a permanent commercial license alongside a 90-day evaluation and separate education options. Consider the required license type and the evaluation restrictions before deciding which option fits your use. |
| Visit MicroStation | Visit Rhino 3D |