Archicad vs IDEA Architectural

Archicad plans

• Archicad EDUFree
• Archicad Studio$201 a month
• Archicad Collaborate$237 a month
• Archicad Max$475 a month

IDEA Architectural plans

• IDEAPriced on request

Pick Archicad if…

It suits AEC professionals who need BIM tools for building design, documentation, collaboration, and delivery. Eligible students, educators, and educational institutions can use the free EDU license for non-commercial work.

Pick IDEA Architectural if…

You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.