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3D-Coat vs BricsCAD BIM

3D-Coat logo

3D-Coat

CAD

Digital sculpting for game artists

From
$29/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
BricsCAD BIM logo

BricsCAD BIM

Construction

Affordable BIM software with DWG compatibility

From
€1060/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: 3D-Coat specific pricing not disclosed on website; BricsCAD BIM limited multidisciplinary collaboration features compared to Revit
  • They diverge on capability: 3D-Coat covers Voxel sculpting, BricsCAD BIM covers AI-assisted BIM.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 3D-Coat and BricsCAD BIM actually diverge.

Attributes where 3D-Coat and BricsCAD BIM differ
Attribute3D-CoatBricsCAD BIM
Starting price$29/month€1060/year
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
PlatformsWindows, MacOS, LinuxWindows, macOS, Web
CategoryCADConstruction
Founded20072002

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 3D-Coat

  • Voxel sculpting
  • Surface sculpting
  • Retopology
  • UV mapping
  • Texture painting
  • PBR materials
  • Smart materials
  • Baking

Only in BricsCAD BIM

  • AI-assisted BIM
  • DWG compatibility
  • 2D drafting
  • 3D modeling
  • Documentation
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • IFC

Both cover

  • Windows support
  • Linux support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

3D-Coat

  • Voxel sculpting from a digital clay blocknot BricsCAD BIM
  • Retopology of high-density sculpts into production meshesnot BricsCAD BIM
  • UV mapping and PBR texturingnot BricsCAD BIM
  • Preparing print-ready models for 3D printingnot BricsCAD BIM
  • Node-based material authoring on the GPUnot BricsCAD BIM

BricsCAD BIM

  • Architectural designnot 3D-Coat
  • Construction documentationnot 3D-Coat
  • BIM coordinationnot 3D-Coat
  • CAD draftingnot 3D-Coat

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

3D-Coat

  • Specific pricing not disclosed on website
  • 3DCoatPrint free version limited to 40K triangles on export
  • Requires contacting sales or visiting store for pricing details

BricsCAD BIM

  • Limited multidisciplinary collaboration features compared to Revit
  • Smaller ecosystem of third-party add-ons and integrations
  • Not optimized for complex large-scale projects requiring advanced coordination

Pricing, plan by plan

3D-Coat

$29/month
  • Amateur$99/month
    • Non-commercial use
  • Professional$379/month
    • Full commercial license
  • Floating$568/month
    • Network licensing

BricsCAD BIM

€1060/year

No published plan breakdown. See the BricsCAD BIM review.

Which should you pick?

Choose 3D-Coat if

  • You need voxel sculpting.
  • You work on Windows, MacOS, Linux.
  • You also want surface sculpting.
3D-Coat review

Choose BricsCAD BIM if

  • You need ai-assisted bim.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Web.
  • You also want dwg compatibility.
BricsCAD BIM review

Questions people ask

Is 3D-Coat or BricsCAD BIM better?
Neither clearly leads. 3D-Coat starts at $29/month and BricsCAD BIM at €1060/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 3D-Coat or BricsCAD BIM?
3D-Coat starts at $29/month and BricsCAD BIM at €1060/year.
Does 3D-Coat or BricsCAD BIM run on more platforms?
3D-Coat runs on Windows, MacOS, Linux. BricsCAD BIM runs on Windows, macOS, Web.
What is 3D-Coat best used for?
3D-Coat is most often used for voxel sculpting from a digital clay block, retopology of high-density sculpts into production meshes, uv mapping and pbr texturing, preparing print-ready models for 3d printing. Of those, voxel sculpting from a digital clay block and retopology of high-density sculpts into production meshes are not what BricsCAD BIM is typically brought in for.
What can 3D-Coat do that BricsCAD BIM cannot?
3D-Coat covers Voxel sculpting, Surface sculpting, Retopology, UV mapping. BricsCAD BIM covers AI-assisted BIM, DWG compatibility, 2D drafting, 3D modeling. Both handle Windows support, Linux support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

3D-Coat: Is there a free version of 3D Coat?

Yes, 3D Coat offers multiple free options. 3DCoatPrint is a special free version designed for 3D print-ready models, limited to 40K triangles on export. Additionally, a 30-day unlimited trial is available for the full version.

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BricsCAD BIM: What does BricsCAD BIM cost?

BricsCAD BIM costs 1,060 EUR per year for subscription or approximately 2,616 USD for a perpetual license.

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3D-Coat: What is the 30-day trial period for 3D Coat?

3D Coat provides a 30-day trial with unlimited learning resources. The trial grants full access to all tools needed to create production-ready, fully textured 3D models.

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BricsCAD BIM: Does BricsCAD BIM support DWG files?

Yes. BricsCAD BIM is fully compatible with industry-standard DWG files, enabling seamless transition from 2D drafting.

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3D-Coat: Does 3D Coat offer specialized versions?

Yes, 3D Coat offers 3DCoatTextura as a specialized version focused on texturing and rendering at a more affordable price than the full 3DCoat version.

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BricsCAD BIM: Can I use BricsCAD BIM for point cloud processing?

Yes. BricsCAD BIM handles scan-to-BIM workflows and can convert building scans into modeled elements.

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BricsCAD BIM: Does BricsCAD offer perpetual licenses?

Yes. BricsCAD is one of the few BIM tools offering both perpetual licenses and subscriptions, providing cost control for firms concerned about recurring fees.

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