SPIRIT
SPIRIT is professional CAD-BIM software for architecture, interior design, specialist planning, construction, and related work.
What SPIRIT is
SPIRIT is professional CAD-BIM software for architecture, interior design, specialist planning, construction, and related work. It supports both 2D drawing and 3D building-model workflows, letting users choose their method. Listed capabilities include BIM workflows, construction documents, and team collaboration. Exchange formats include DWG, DXF, S12, IFC, SketchUp, glTF, STL, Collada, PDF, JPG, BMP, PNG, NAS (ALKIS), Excel, and Word. Direct connections include AVANTI AVA software and, in SPIRIT 2026, the AUSSCHREIBEN.DE catalog. The Windows software supports Windows 10 and Windows 11; listed requirements include Windows 11 64-bit, a compatible 1.6 GHz processor, 2.5 GB disk space, and 8–16 GB RAM. Subscriptions start at €37.50/user/mo, excluding VAT. A 14-day full-feature trial requires no payment information, and education users can receive a free full version during their studies.
Good
- Supports 2D, 3D, and BIM workflows
- Handles extensive CAD and document formats
- Includes construction documents and collaboration
- Offers a 14-day full-feature trial
- Education users can receive a free version
Watch out
- Windows only
- Subscriptions and purchases exclude VAT
- Offline activation permits up to 28 days
- Higher-tier plans cost more
Who it suits
SPIRIT suits architecture, design, planning, construction, municipal, trade, and education users working on Windows.
Verdict
SPIRIT provides flexible 2D and 3D CAD-BIM workflows with broad file-format support. Its Windows requirement, tiered pricing, and trial give teams clear evaluation and deployment choices.
Plans and prices
From SPIRIT's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| SPIRIT lite (subscription) | €37.50 a month | 2D CAD for classic drawing · subscription only · per user; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT plan (subscription) | €120 a month | 2D components · drawing styles · references · common data format imports · per user; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT pro (subscription) | €185 a month | 2D and 3D building model · professional CAD-BIM · per user; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT plan (single-seat purchase) | €2,700, paid once | 2D components · drawing styles · references · common data format imports · one device activation · one-time initial license per license; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT plan (floating license purchase) | €3,510, paid once | 2D components · drawing styles · references · common data format imports · concurrent use limited by floating license count · one-time initial license per license; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT pro (single-seat purchase) | €4,200, paid once | 2D and 3D building model · professional CAD-BIM · one device activation · one-time initial license per license; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT pro (floating license purchase) | €5,460, paid once | 2D and 3D building model · professional CAD-BIM · concurrent use limited by floating license count · one-time initial license per license; price excl. VAT |
| SPIRIT lite (single-seat or floating purchase) | Priced on request | Subscription only; purchase price not listed · quote required |
The facts
Each one read from SPIRIT's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Audiences
- SOFTTECH names architecture and interior design, specialist planning, municipalities, construction companies, shop and exhibition builders, tradespeople, and designers as SPIRIT users.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Drawing workflow
- Users choose their workflow, and can work in 2D or in a 3D building model without the software prescribing a method.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Education license
- Students, trainees, and schools can receive a free full version for the duration of their education.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Integrations
- The product page describes direct integration with AVA software AVANTI, while SPIRIT 2026 adds a direct link to the AUSSCHREIBEN.DE catalog.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Interchange formats
- The product page lists IFC, DWG, DXF, SketchUp, PDF, STL, glTF, Collada, Excel, and Word among supported exchange interfaces.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Privacy
- SOFTTECH says its cloud-product data is stored on domestic servers in accordance with GDPR; this statement is about its cloud products.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Purpose
- SPIRIT is professional CAD-BIM software for architecture and other planning work, with 2D, 3D, and BIM workflows.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Security and offline use
- SPIRIT 2026 supports up to 28 days offline after online license activation for single-device license keys; updates, cloud storage, and report service still require internet access.checked 8 Oct 2001
- Support
- SOFTTECH says subscriptions include service updates, hotline, and support; its maintenance contract provides email, phone, and TeamViewer support.checked 8 Oct 2001
- System requirements
- The SPIRIT comparison page lists Windows 11 64-bit, an Intel Core i5/i7 or compatible processor from 1.6 GHz, 2.5 GB disk space per installation, and 8–16 GB RAM.checked 8 Oct 2001
The company
- Headquarters
- Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germanychecked 28 Sep 2001
- Maker history
- SOFTTECH says it was founded in 1985 and lists its address as Maximilianstraße 39, 67433 Neustadt/Weinstraße, Germany.checked 8 Oct 2001
Where it runs
- OS requirement
- SOFTTECH states that its own developed products run exclusively on Windows.checked 8 Oct 2001
Money
- Trial
- The product page says the free trial runs for 14 days after installation, requires no payment information, and provides the full feature set.checked 8 Oct 2001
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