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ArchiCAD vs Autodesk Construction Cloud

ArchiCAD logo

ArchiCAD

Construction

BIM software for architects

From
$177/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Autodesk Construction Cloud logo

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction

Unified platform for construction project delivery

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: ArchiCAD available on Windows and macOS only, no native Linux support; Autodesk Construction Cloud no pricing published on website
  • They diverge on capability: ArchiCAD covers BIM modeling, Autodesk Construction Cloud covers Document management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ArchiCAD and Autodesk Construction Cloud actually diverge.

Attributes where ArchiCAD and Autodesk Construction Cloud differ
AttributeArchiCADAutodesk Construction Cloud
Starting price$177/monthOn request
Pricing modelsubscriptionquote
PlatformsWindows, macOSWeb, Ios, Android

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Construction), founded (1982).

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 ArchiCAD

  • BIM modeling
  • Design tools
  • Documentation
  • Rendering
  • Energy analysis
  • IFC support
  • Teamwork collaboration
  • Library parts

Only in Autodesk Construction Cloud

  • Document management
  • Model coordination
  • Project management
  • Cost management
  • Field execution
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • Navisworks

What people use each for

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

ArchiCAD

  • Architectural design with BIM capabilitiesnot Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Real-time team collaboration via BIMcloudnot Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Automated documentation generation from design changesnot Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Mixed Windows and macOS team environmentsnot Autodesk Construction Cloud

Autodesk Construction Cloud

  • Construction project coordinationnot ArchiCAD
  • Building information modelingnot ArchiCAD
  • Preconstruction planningnot ArchiCAD
  • Construction operations managementnot ArchiCAD

Where each one falls short

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

ArchiCAD

  • Available on Windows and macOS only, no native Linux support
  • Subscription-only licensing model with no perpetual licence option
  • Studio tier does not include MEP Designer - requires Collaborate tier at $208/month

Autodesk Construction Cloud

  • No pricing published on website
  • Custom quote required for all tiers
  • No free trial with defined terms published
  • Three bundled solution types (Model Management, Preconstruction, Construction Operations) but pricing varies by bundle

Pricing, plan by plan

ArchiCAD

$177/month
  • Archicad Studio$177/month
    • Archicad Windows & macOS
    • BIMx Pro
    • BIMcloud Basic
  • Archicad Collaborate$208/month
    • Archicad Windows & macOS
    • MEP Designer
    • BIMx Pro

Autodesk Construction Cloud

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Autodesk Construction Cloud review.

Which should you pick?

Choose ArchiCAD if

  • You need bim modeling.
  • You work on Windows, macOS.
  • You also want design tools.
ArchiCAD review

Choose Autodesk Construction Cloud if

  • You need document management.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want model coordination.
Autodesk Construction Cloud review

Questions people ask

Is ArchiCAD or Autodesk Construction Cloud better?
Neither clearly leads. ArchiCAD starts at $177/month and Autodesk Construction Cloud at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ArchiCAD or Autodesk Construction Cloud?
ArchiCAD starts at $177/month and Autodesk Construction Cloud at On request.
Does ArchiCAD or Autodesk Construction Cloud run on more platforms?
ArchiCAD runs on Windows, macOS. Autodesk Construction Cloud runs on Web, Ios, Android.
What is ArchiCAD best used for?
ArchiCAD is most often used for architectural design with bim capabilities, real-time team collaboration via bimcloud, automated documentation generation from design changes, mixed windows and macos team environments. Of those, architectural design with bim capabilities and real-time team collaboration via bimcloud are not what Autodesk Construction Cloud is typically brought in for.
What can ArchiCAD do that Autodesk Construction Cloud cannot?
ArchiCAD covers BIM modeling, Design tools, Documentation, Rendering. Autodesk Construction Cloud covers Document management, Model coordination, Project management, Cost management.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ArchiCAD: What is the cost of Archicad's subscription plans?

Archicad Studio starts at $177/month or $2,123 upfront annually. Archicad Collaborate, the most popular tier, is $208/month or $2,497 upfront annually. Both include local and cloud teamworking capabilities.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud: How much does Autodesk Construction Cloud cost?

Autodesk Construction Cloud does not publish pricing on its website. The company offers three solution bundles (Model Management, Preconstruction, and Construction Operations) but requires customers to request a custom quote. Customers can contact sales at +1 855 522 4504 or use the Get a Quote request form.

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ArchiCAD: What is the difference between Archicad Studio and Archicad Collaborate?

Studio includes architectural modeling and BIMcloud Basic for local teamwork. Collaborate adds MEP Designer for MEP modeling and BIMcloud SaaS for cloud-based global teamwork, and costs $31 more per month.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud: Is there a free version of Autodesk Construction Cloud?

Autodesk Construction Cloud does not offer a published free tier. A Try it Free option exists but requires accessing a product demo request form. Pricing is custom and determined through direct sales contact. The company offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on purchases.

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ArchiCAD: Is Archicad free for students?

Yes, Archicad offers free educational licenses for students, educators, and academic institutions. Archicad Studio is available free for 30 days as a trial.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud: How is Autodesk Construction Cloud priced?

Autodesk Construction Cloud uses a custom quote-based pricing model supporting user-based, project-based, and account-based pricing structures according to its pricing page. Specific rates are not published; customers must contact Autodesk sales directly to receive pricing quotes tailored to their deployment size and needs.

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