Archicad
8.2#1 in architecture softwareFrom $201 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitArchicad vs SPIRIT
What both publish
| Fact | Archicad | SPIRIT |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Budapest, Hungary | Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germany |
| Integrations | Graphisoft lists Bluebeam, BIMplus, Solibri, Autodesk Forma, Revit, Enscape, Twinmotion and D5 connections or extensions. | The product page describes direct integration with AVA software AVANTI, while SPIRIT 2026 adds a direct link to the AUSSCHREIBEN.DE catalog. |
| Purpose | Archicad is BIM software for architects, designers, engineers, and other AEC professionals to design, document, collaborate, and deliver building projects. | SPIRIT is professional CAD-BIM software for architecture and other planning work, with 2D, 3D, and BIM workflows. |
Archicad plans
- Archicad EDUFree
- Archicad Studio$201 a month
- Archicad Studio$201 a month
- Archicad Collaborate$237 a month
- Archicad Collaborate$237 a month
- Archicad Max$475 a month
SPIRIT plans
- SPIRIT lite (subscription)€37.50 a month
- SPIRIT plan (subscription)€120 a month
- SPIRIT pro (subscription)€185 a month
- SPIRIT plan (single-seat purchase)€2,700, paid once
- SPIRIT plan (floating license purchase)€3,510, paid once
- SPIRIT pro (single-seat purchase)€4,200, paid once
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 SPIRIT if…
SPIRIT suits architecture, design, planning, construction, municipal, trade, and education users working on Windows.