BIMvision
BIMvision is a free IFC model viewer for building information models in IFC 2×3 and IFC 4.0 formats.
What BIMvision is
BIMvision is a free IFC model viewer for building information models in IFC 2×3 and IFC 4.0 formats. It supports models created in CAD systems including Revit, Archicad, Tekla, Bentley, Allplan, and Vectorworks. A plugin interface lets users add functions for particular workflows, with examples covering Python automation, IFC checking and editing, quantity reports, clash detection, and model comparison. The BIMserver.center plugin connects it with more than 60 applications in an Open BIM workflow. Users can create plugins themselves or seek Datacomp’s help with a dedicated solution or integration; the API supports plugin creation and connections to other systems. BIMvision is free for private and commercial use and requires Windows 10 or newer. Listed minimum requirements include a 2 GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM, a suitable graphics card, 1 GB of free disk space, and OpenGL 4.6. The download page offers version 3.2.0 and sends the installation file to the email address provided. Its stated audiences include investors, designers, contractors, inspectors, manufacturers, and cost estimators.
Good
- Free for private and commercial use
- Supports IFC 2×3 and IFC 4.0
- Plugin examples include clash detection and quantity reports
- BIMserver.center plugin connects with more than 60 applications
Watch out
- Requires Windows 10 or newer
- Requires OpenGL 4.6
- Installation file is sent to the provided email address
Who it suits
BIMvision may suit building investors, designers, contractors, inspectors, manufacturers, and cost estimators who need to view IFC models. Its plugin and API options are relevant to users who need to extend or integrate the viewer.
Verdict
BIMvision offers free IFC viewing with plugin options for added workflows and integrations. Check the Windows system requirements and decide whether its plugin approach covers the functions you need.
Plans and prices
From BIMvision's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| BIMvision | Free | Free for private and commercial use · Windows 10 or newer |
The facts
Each one read from BIMvision's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- API
- BIMvision’s API supports plugin creation and integration with other systems.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Audience
- The site identifies investors, designers, contractors, inspectors, manufacturers, and cost estimators as users for BIMvision.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Customization
- Users can create plugins themselves or ask Datacomp for help creating a dedicated solution or integrating BIMvision into another system.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Download
- The download page offers BIMvision 3.2.0 and says the installation file is sent to the email address provided.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The BIMserver.center plugin connects BIMvision with more than 60 applications in an Open BIM workflow.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Plugin examples
- The download page lists plugins for Python automation, IFC checking and editing, quantity reports, clash detection, and model comparison.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Plugin interface
- BIMvision has a plugin interface that lets users add functionality for specific needs.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Plugin licensing
- Plugins can be installed as demo versions for testing, and full plugin licenses are purchased through the BIMvision store.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Product
- BIMvision is a freeware IFC model viewer for viewing BIM models created in IFC 2×3 and 4.0 formats.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Source models
- The viewer supports models from CAD systems including Revit, Archicad, Tekla, Bentley, Allplan, and Vectorworks.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker lists Datacomp IT Sp. z o.o. at 101 Gromadzka St., Cracow, Poland, and provides a contact email and phone number.checked 8 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- Minimum requirements include Windows 10 or newer, a 2 GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM, a suitable graphics card, 1 GB free disk space, and OpenGL 4.6.checked 8 Oct 2026
The company
- Company
- Datacomp IT Sp. z o.o. develops the BIMvision platform and says it is a member of buildingSMART Polska.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Krakow, Polandchecked 28 Sep 2026
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