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Micromine vs Promine

Micromine logo

Micromine

Mining

Exploration and mine design software solution

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Promine logo

Promine

Mining

Complete mining software suite built on AutoCAD

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Micromine no pricing information published on website; Promine requires AutoCAD or BricsCAD license for use, adding to total cost of ownership
  • They diverge on capability: Micromine covers Data management, Promine covers AutoCAD integration.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Micromine and Promine actually diverge.

Attributes where Micromine and Promine differ
AttributeMicrominePromine
Pricing modelquotesubscription
PlatformsWebWindows
Founded19861993

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

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 Micromine

  • Data management
  • Geological modeling
  • Resource estimation
  • Mine design
  • Scheduling
  • Vulcan
  • ArcGIS

Only in Promine

  • AutoCAD integration
  • Drill hole management
  • Block modeling
  • Underground planning
  • Ventilation design
  • Surpac
  • Database systems

Both cover

  • Leapfrog
  • AutoCAD
  • Excel
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Micromine

  • Geological exploration and modellingnot Promine
  • Resource estimation and geostatisticsnot Promine
  • Mine design and surveyingnot Promine
  • Mine planning and schedulingnot Promine
  • Fleet management and mine operationsnot Promine

Promine

  • Mine designnot Micromine
  • Geological modelingnot Micromine
  • Underground planningnot Micromine
  • Ventilation analysisnot Micromine

Where each one falls short

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

Micromine

  • No pricing information published on website
  • Customers must schedule demos to learn pricing
  • Pricing requires direct sales contact

Promine

  • Requires AutoCAD or BricsCAD license for use, adding to total cost of ownership
  • Limited standalone capability compared to all-in-one mining software

Pricing, plan by plan

Micromine

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Micromine review.

Promine

On request
  • Promine Standard$3500/year
    • Drill hole management
    • Block modeling
    • Geological modeling
  • Promine Professional$6000/year
    • All Standard features
    • Underground planning
    • Ventilation analysis
  • Enterprise$15000/year
    • All modules included
    • Unlimited users
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Micromine if

  • You need data management.
  • You also want geological modeling.
Micromine review

Choose Promine if

  • You need autocad integration.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want drill hole management.
Promine review

Questions people ask

Is Micromine or Promine better?
Neither clearly leads. Micromine starts at On request and Promine at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Micromine or Promine?
Micromine starts at On request and Promine at On request.
Does Micromine or Promine run on more platforms?
Micromine runs on Web. Promine runs on Windows.
What is Micromine best used for?
Micromine is most often used for geological exploration and modelling, resource estimation and geostatistics, mine design and surveying, mine planning and scheduling. Of those, geological exploration and modelling and resource estimation and geostatistics are not what Promine is typically brought in for.
What can Micromine do that Promine cannot?
Micromine covers Data management, Geological modeling, Resource estimation, Mine design. Promine covers AutoCAD integration, Drill hole management, Block modeling, Underground planning. Both handle Leapfrog, AutoCAD, Excel, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Micromine: How much does Micromine software cost?

Micromine does not publish pricing on their website. Customers are directed to schedule a demo with a specialist or contact the sales team to obtain pricing information for Micromine mining software.

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Promine: What CAD platforms does Promine support?

Promine is available as a plugin for AutoCAD and BricsCAD. It is supported on AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil3D, and BricsCAD versions 2014 through the newest released versions.

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Micromine: What is Micromine's business model for pricing?

Micromine uses a custom pricing model that requires direct engagement with their sales team. The company emphasizes consultation with specialists and custom demonstrations rather than transparent online pricing.

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Promine: What file formats can Promine import?

Promine is compatible with files in .dxf, .dm, .txt and .csv formats, allowing integration with drawings from other mining software.

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Micromine: Does Micromine offer free trials or consultations?

Micromine's website emphasizes connecting with representatives for demos, consultations, and training support. Specific trial availability and terms are discussed directly with their sales team.

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