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ALLPLAN vs Archicad: catalog facts
ALLPLAN	Archicad
Best for: Architecture, engineering and construction firms working in BIM	Best for: Architecture practices producing building models and construction drawings
Paid Commercial software; the vendor offers demos and quotes.	Paid Paid plans with a free trial available.
Windows	macOS
Covers architecture, engineering and construction in one BIM platform Specialised modules for precast concrete and steel detailing All 3 strengths for ALLPLAN Covers architecture, engineering and construction in one BIM platform Specialised modules for precast concrete and steel detailing Published release notes	Full BIM workflow from concept to construction documents Modelling with architectural elements like walls and roofs All 3 strengths for Archicad Full BIM workflow from concept to construction documents Modelling with architectural elements like walls and roofs OpenBIM collaboration with other disciplines
Aimed at professional firms rather than individuals Pricing is not published; access is through demos and sales	Commercial software aimed at professional practices Specialised for buildings rather than general 3D work
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for ALLPLAN allplan.com Catalog checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Archicad graphisoft.com/en-us/plans-and-products/archicad Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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