# Allplan vs Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on)

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on)

| Attribute | Allplan | Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 33.7 (29% (low)) | 62.5 (58% (medium)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | - | 100 |
| adoption.dependent_repos | - | 73 |
| adoption.github_stars | - | 2,861 |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"A comprehensive BIM design-to-build platform integrating 3D modeling, structural analysis, steel detailing, and cloud collaboration. Supports architecture, engineering, and construction workflows from initial design through construction-ready delivery. It is indexed under Bim Software.","source":"https://www.allplan.com/","question":"What is Allplan?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Allplan is sold across 1 plan: ALLPLAN Serviceplus. We have not confirmed a published price for every tier. There is no free tier. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.allplan.com/","question":"How much does Allplan cost?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to Allplan. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.allplan.com/","question":"What platforms does Allplan support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Allplan, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.allplan.com/","question":"Can Allplan be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed ISO 27001 for Allplan. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Allplan not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.allplan.com/","question":"What security certifications does Allplan have?","confidence":0.6}]` | `[{"answer":"An open-source platform for creating, auditing, and analyzing IFC-based building information models with support for structural analysis, MEP systems, costing, scheduling, and facility management. It is indexed under Bim Software.","source":"https://bonsaibim.org/","question":"What is Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on)?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. It is released under the LGPL-3.0 licence. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://bonsaibim.org/","question":"Is Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) free to use?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) supports Windows, macOS and Linux. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://bonsaibim.org/","question":"What platforms does Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) can be deployed self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.","source":"https://bonsaibim.org/","question":"Can Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) is published under the LGPL-3.0 licence, a copyleft licence, so check its terms before embedding it in a closed-source product. Licence terms can change between releases, so verify against the repository for the version you intend to use.","source":"https://github.com/ifcopenshell/ifcopenshell","question":"Is Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) open source?","confidence":0.95}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true,"self_hosted":true}` |
| description.long | A platform for architects, engineers, and construction professionals to create detailed digital models of buildings and manage the entire project process from initial design through construction execution. | A suite of free applications that enable architects and engineers to author, review, and share building information models in the IFC format without vendor lock-in, built on the open IfcOpenShell library. |
| features.capabilities | `{"iso_27001":true,"pricing_model":"annual_subscription","deployment_model":"windows_desktop_heavy_client","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_authoring","3d_parametric_object_modeling":true,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":true}` | `{"iso_27001":false,"soc2_type_ii":false,"pricing_model":"perpetual_license","deployment_model":"windows_desktop_heavy_client","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_authoring","3d_parametric_object_modeling":true,"ifc_openbim_standard_compliance":true,"point_cloud_lidar_scan_ingestion":false,"vr_ar_headset_model_walkthroughs":false,"automated_hard_and_soft_clash_detection":true,"4d_time_scheduling_and_5d_cost_estimation":true,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":true,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":false}` |
| language.primary | - | C++ |
| license.spdx | - | LGPL-3.0 |
| market.availability | - | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"web":true}` | `{"mac":true,"web":true,"linux":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"ALLPLAN Serviceplus","summary":"Enterprise service package with latest version and professional support included","features":["Latest software version access","Professional technical support from experienced architects and engineers","FAQ knowledge database","Training courses and webinars via ALLPLAN Connect"],"description":"Service package providing continuous access to latest software, professional technical support, and training","contactSales":false}],"summary":"Subscription model with free trial available","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.allplan.com/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-25T22:11:03.491Z"}` | `{"type":"open_source","summary":"Free and open source software","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://bonsaibim.org/","retrievedAt":"2026-10-15T20:22:27.216Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | open_source |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | free |
| pricing.transparent | no | yes |
| release.cadence_days | - | 1 |
| release.history | - | `[{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/ifcsverchok-0.9.1.261015","date":"2026-10-15T15:50:44Z","type":"stable","version":"ifcsverchok-0.9.1.261015"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/ifcopenshell-python-0.9.0post1","date":"2026-10-15T11:22:57Z","type":"stable","version":"ifcopenshell-python-0.9.0post1"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/ifcconvert-0.9.0post1","date":"2026-10-15T12:00:48Z","type":"stable","version":"ifcconvert-0.9.0post1"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsaiviewer-0.9.0post1","date":"2026-10-15T12:00:49Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsaiviewer-0.9.0post1"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151805","date":"2026-10-15T18:05:12Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151805"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151611","date":"2026-10-15T16:11:52Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151611"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151607","date":"2026-10-15T16:07:53Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151607"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151550","date":"2026-10-15T15:50:32Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151550"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151546","date":"2026-10-15T15:48:32Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151546"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151541","date":"2026-10-15T15:43:55Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151541"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151435","date":"2026-10-15T14:36:49Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151435"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151149","date":"2026-10-15T11:51:35Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151149"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151056","date":"2026-10-15T10:58:16Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610151056"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.0post1","date":"2026-10-15T11:45:19Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.0post1"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142317","date":"2026-10-14T23:19:11Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142317"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142314","date":"2026-10-14T23:16:36Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142314"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142309","date":"2026-10-14T23:11:05Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142309"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142217","date":"2026-10-14T22:18:40Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142217"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142213","date":"2026-10-14T22:15:44Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142213"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142209","date":"2026-10-14T22:11:20Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610142209"}]` |
| security.iso27001 | yes | - |
| security.vulnerabilities | - | `{"count":0,"source":"https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=pypi&package_name=ifcopenshell&per_page=100","last_12m":0,"max_severity":null}` |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | Allplan | Bonsai (BlenderBIM Add-on) |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | Windows desktop heavy client | Windows desktop heavy client |
| Authoring vs coordination | Model authoring | Model authoring |
| 3d parametric object modeling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automated hard and soft clash detection | - | ✓ |
| 4d time scheduling and 5d cost estimation | - | ✓ |
| Point cloud lidar scan ingestion | - | ✗ |
| Ifc openbim standard compliance | - | ✓ |
| Mep mechanical electrical plumbing detailing | - | ✓ |
| Structural steel and concrete rebar detailing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vr ar headset model walkthroughs | - | ✗ |
| SOC2 type ii | - | ✗ |
| ISO 27001 | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pricing model | Annual subscription | Perpetual license |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T19:29:20.372Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*