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ArchiCAD
BIM software for architects
As of 30 August 2026, ArchiCAD starts at $177/month. ArchiCAD is a BIM CAD software for architectural design developed by Graphisoft, offering architects a dedicated tool for designing buildings from concept to co. Softwr lists it under Construction. ArchiCAD is made by Graphisoft (Nemetschek), launched in 1982, available on Windows, macOS.
Overview
What ArchiCAD does
ArchiCAD is a BIM CAD software for architectural design developed by Graphisoft, offering architects a dedicated tool for designing buildings from concept to construction.
What people use it for
- Architectural design with BIM capabilities
- Real-time team collaboration via BIMcloud
- Automated documentation generation from design changes
- Mixed Windows and macOS team environments
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- 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
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Pricing
What ArchiCAD costs
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Archicad Studio
$177 /mo
- Archicad Windows & macOS
- BIMx Pro
- BIMcloud Basic
- Local teamworking
Archicad Collaborate
$208 /mo
- Archicad Windows & macOS
- MEP Designer
- BIMx Pro
- BIMcloud SaaS
- Cloud-based teamwork
Capabilities
Features
BIM modeling
Design tools
Documentation
Rendering
Energy analysis
IFC support
Teamwork collaboration
Library parts
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Integration with Lumion
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Questions people ask
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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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceIs 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.
SourceBehind it
Who makes ArchiCAD
- Company
- Graphisoft (Nemetschek)
- Based in
- Budapest, Hungary
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