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Hexagon PPM Mining vs PLAXIS

Hexagon PPM Mining logo

Hexagon PPM Mining

Software

Enterprise asset management for mining operations

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On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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PLAXIS

Software

Finite element software for geotechnical analysis

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Hexagon PPM Mining pricing is custom and not publicly transparent, requiring direct negotiation with sales teams; PLAXIS bentley states the cost of PLAXIS 2D, 2D Advanced, 2D Ultimate and the 2D WorkSuite varies per region, and publishes no rate on the product page
  • They diverge on capability: Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management, PLAXIS covers 2D & 3D finite element analysis.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hexagon PPM Mining and PLAXIS actually diverge.

Attributes where Hexagon PPM Mining and PLAXIS differ
AttributeHexagon PPM MiningPLAXIS
PlatformsWindows, CloudWindows, Linux
Founded19751984

Identical on both: starting price (On request), pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Asset lifecycle management
  • 3D plant visualization
  • Document management
  • Work order management
  • Reliability analytics
  • Mobile inspections
  • SAP
  • Oracle

Only in PLAXIS

  • 2D & 3D finite element analysis
  • Advanced soil modeling
  • Slope stability assessment
  • Excavation design
  • Support design
  • GeoStudio
  • ArcGIS
  • Leapfrog

Both cover

  • AutoCAD
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Asset lifecycle managementnot PLAXIS
  • Maintenance optimizationnot PLAXIS
  • Document controlnot PLAXIS
  • Work managementnot PLAXIS

PLAXIS

  • Finite element analysis of soil and rock deformation and stabilitynot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Designing excavations, tunnels, embankments and foundationsnot Hexagon PPM Mining
  • Modelling groundwater flow, consolidation and seismic response in geotechnical worksnot Hexagon PPM Mining

Where each one falls short

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

Hexagon PPM Mining

  • Pricing is custom and not publicly transparent, requiring direct negotiation with sales teams
  • Block model management traditionally lacked version control and audit trails, though the new Block Model Manager addresses this
  • Manual configuration of pit optimization scenarios is time-consuming and limits the ability to evaluate multiple scenarios quickly
  • Implementation and adoption require significant training due to the breadth of modules and complex workflows

PLAXIS

  • Bentley states the cost of PLAXIS 2D, 2D Advanced, 2D Ultimate and the 2D WorkSuite varies per region, and publishes no rate on the product page
  • Consolidation, creep, groundwater flow and heat flow require the Advanced edition rather than the base PLAXIS 2D
  • Dynamic, vibration and transient analysis require the Ultimate edition
  • A perpetual licence only carries support and licence exchange rights while a paid annual SELECT subscription is maintained
  • The Virtuoso subscription route is a 12 month lease, not an ongoing entitlement

Pricing, plan by plan

Hexagon PPM Mining

On request
  • Hexagon PPM Standard$undefined/month
    • Asset management
    • Document control
    • 3D visualization
  • Hexagon PPM Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All Standard
    • Enterprise integration
    • Advanced analytics

PLAXIS

On request
  • PLAXIS 2D$16000/year
    • 2D finite element analysis
    • Slope stability
    • Mine design
  • PLAXIS 3D$28000/year
    • 3D finite element analysis
    • Complex geometry modeling
    • Advanced soil modeling

Which should you pick?

Choose Hexagon PPM Mining if

  • You need asset lifecycle management.
  • You work on Windows, Cloud.
  • You also want 3d plant visualization.
Hexagon PPM Mining review

Choose PLAXIS if

  • You need 2d & 3d finite element analysis.
  • You work on Windows, Linux.
  • You also want advanced soil modeling.
PLAXIS review

Questions people ask

Is Hexagon PPM Mining or PLAXIS better?
Neither clearly leads. Hexagon PPM Mining starts at On request and PLAXIS at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hexagon PPM Mining or PLAXIS?
Hexagon PPM Mining starts at On request and PLAXIS at On request.
Does Hexagon PPM Mining or PLAXIS run on more platforms?
Hexagon PPM Mining runs on Windows, Cloud. PLAXIS runs on Windows, Linux.
What is Hexagon PPM Mining best used for?
Hexagon PPM Mining is most often used for asset lifecycle management, maintenance optimization, document control, work management. Of those, asset lifecycle management and maintenance optimization are not what PLAXIS is typically brought in for.
What can Hexagon PPM Mining do that PLAXIS cannot?
Hexagon PPM Mining covers Asset lifecycle management, 3D plant visualization, Document management, Work order management. PLAXIS covers 2D & 3D finite element analysis, Advanced soil modeling, Slope stability assessment, Excavation design. Both handle AutoCAD, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Hexagon PPM Mining: What does Hexagon MinePlan do?

Hexagon MinePlan is an integrated mine planning platform that handles 3D modeling, geological interpretation, block modeling, resource estimation, pit optimization, mine design, and scheduling for open pit and underground mines.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: Does Hexagon MinePlan have APIs for integration?

Yes. The Block Model Manager includes APIs for custom analytics and seamless integration with other mining software like Datamine and Vulcan, eliminating manual import/export of block model data.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: How much does Hexagon MinePlan cost?

Hexagon does not publicly list pricing. Costs are customized based on selected modules (geological modeling, pit optimization, scheduling, etc.), mine size and complexity, and support requirements. Licensing can be perpetual or subscription-based.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: What platforms does Hexagon MinePlan run on?

Hexagon MinePlan runs on Windows operating systems and supports cloud deployment options through Hexagon's cloud infrastructure.

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Hexagon PPM Mining: Does Hexagon MinePlan offer training and support?

Yes. Hexagon provides comprehensive training programs, documentation, and customer support services for MinePlan users, with training resources available through their support portal.

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