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ArchiCAD vs iAuditor by SafetyCulture

ArchiCAD logo

ArchiCAD

Construction

BIM software for architects

From
$177/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
iAuditor by SafetyCulture logo

iAuditor by SafetyCulture

Construction

Mobile inspection and safety management platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only iAuditor by SafetyCulture has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: ArchiCAD available on Windows and macOS only, no native Linux support; iAuditor by SafetyCulture the free plan is limited to 10 users and 5 active templates
  • They diverge on capability: ArchiCAD covers BIM modeling, iAuditor by SafetyCulture covers Digital inspections.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ArchiCAD and iAuditor by SafetyCulture actually diverge.

Attributes where ArchiCAD and iAuditor by SafetyCulture differ
AttributeArchiCADiAuditor by SafetyCulture
Starting price$177/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindows, macOSWeb, Ios, Android
Founded19822004

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Construction).

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 iAuditor by SafetyCulture

  • Digital inspections
  • Safety audits
  • Issue tracking
  • Analytics
  • Corrective actions
  • Procore
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Slack

What people use each for

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

ArchiCAD

  • Architectural design with BIM capabilitiesnot iAuditor by SafetyCulture
  • Real-time team collaboration via BIMcloudnot iAuditor by SafetyCulture
  • Automated documentation generation from design changesnot iAuditor by SafetyCulture
  • Mixed Windows and macOS team environmentsnot iAuditor by SafetyCulture

iAuditor by SafetyCulture

  • Mobile inspection checklists for field teams and compliance auditingnot ArchiCAD
  • Real-time issue reporting and corrective action assignmentnot ArchiCAD
  • Automated performance dashboards with real-time analytics and compliance trackingnot ArchiCAD
  • Offline-capable inspections on iOS and Android without internet connectivitynot ArchiCAD
  • Integration with SAP, Tableau, PowerBI for enterprise data systemsnot 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

iAuditor by SafetyCulture

  • The free plan is limited to 10 users and 5 active templates
  • AI credits are metered per seat per month, at 300 on free, 500 on Premium and 800 on Enterprise
  • Unlimited templates and advanced analytics require Premium at $24 per seat per month billed annually
  • Paying monthly rather than annually raises Premium from $24 to $29 per seat
  • The 99.9% uptime commitment and 24/7 support are Enterprise only

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

iAuditor by SafetyCulture

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited inspections
    • Basic templates
    • Photo capture
  • Premium$19/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • Priority support
    • Integrations
  • EnterpriseFree
    • SSO
    • API access
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose ArchiCAD if

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

Choose iAuditor by SafetyCulture if

  • You need digital inspections.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want safety audits.
iAuditor by SafetyCulture review

Questions people ask

Is ArchiCAD or iAuditor by SafetyCulture better?
Neither clearly leads. ArchiCAD starts at $177/month and iAuditor by SafetyCulture at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ArchiCAD or iAuditor by SafetyCulture?
iAuditor by SafetyCulture has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $177/month for ArchiCAD and Free for iAuditor by SafetyCulture.
Does ArchiCAD or iAuditor by SafetyCulture run on more platforms?
ArchiCAD runs on Windows, macOS. iAuditor by SafetyCulture runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use iAuditor by SafetyCulture for free?
Yes. iAuditor by SafetyCulture has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. ArchiCAD starts at $177/month.
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 iAuditor by SafetyCulture is typically brought in for.
What can ArchiCAD do that iAuditor by SafetyCulture cannot?
ArchiCAD covers BIM modeling, Design tools, Documentation, Rendering. iAuditor by SafetyCulture covers Digital inspections, Safety audits, Issue tracking, Analytics.

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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iAuditor by SafetyCulture: Is Mitti (formerly iAuditor) free?

Mitti offers a free tier to start inspections and manage issues. Pricing for premium or team plans is not displayed on the vendor website.

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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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iAuditor by SafetyCulture: What is the cost of Mitti for small teams?

Mitti does not publish per-user or team-based pricing on its website. The vendor directs users to book a demo to discuss plans and costs.

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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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iAuditor by SafetyCulture: Does Mitti charge per inspection or per user?

Mitti's pricing model (per-user, per-inspection, or flat-rate) is not disclosed on the vendor site. Users must request pricing information directly from sales.

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