Allplan
7.2#4 in architectural design softwareFrom €123 a monthiOSWebmacOSWindows
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Vectorworks Architect
7.2#3 in building information modeling softwareFrom $1,530 a yearAndroidiOSWebmacOS
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| Fact | Allplan | Vectorworks Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2008 | 1985 |
| Headquarters | Munich, Germany | Columbia, Maryland, United States |
| Interoperability | ALLPLAN supports data exchange formats including IFC 2x3 and IFC 4, DWG/DXF, PDF, SketchUp and Rhino. | Vectorworks Architect supports openBIM and IFC and offers file exchange with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Rhino. |
| Security | The ALLPLAN system requirements state that DFS with ALLPLAN is unsupported and can lead to crashes, deadlocks and deleted files. | Vectorworks says it uses technical and organizational measures to protect personal information and its data-processing addendum describes safeguards and breach notification obligations. |
| Support | ALLPLAN technical support is provided by experienced architects and structural engineers, with contacts routed by region or through sales partners. | Vectorworks offers technical support requests, online help, a knowledgebase, training, and professional consulting services. |
Allplan plans
- ALLPLAN Basic€123 a month
- ALLPLAN Concept€210 a month
- ALLPLAN Professional€263 a month
- ALLPLAN Ultimate€353 a month
Vectorworks Architect plans
- Monthly$170 a month
- Annual$1,530 a year
Pick Allplan if…
It suits architecture, engineering and construction teams working across multiple disciplines and project phases. The available exchange formats and cloud collaboration services may fit teams coordinating models, drawings and plans.
Pick Vectorworks Architect if…
Vectorworks Architect suits architects who need BIM tools from early design through construction documentation. It may also suit teams that need IFC exchange, visualization, and cloud processing in their workflow.