# Allplan vs Bricsys BricsCAD BIM

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** Bricsys BricsCAD BIM

| Attribute | Allplan | Bricsys BricsCAD BIM |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 33.7 (29% (low)) | 47 (75% (high)) |
| 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":"CAD software that enables architects and engineers to construct detailed building models by combining 2D drafting with 3D parametric geometry, point cloud processing, and industry-standard data exchange formats. It is indexed under Bim Software.","source":"https://www.bricsys.com/bricscad-bim","question":"What is Bricsys BricsCAD BIM?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Bricsys BricsCAD BIM is a paid product; published pricing starts at €1060 per year. There is no free tier. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.bricsys.com/bricscad-bim","question":"How much does Bricsys BricsCAD BIM cost?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. Bricsys BricsCAD BIM can be deployed on-premise, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.","source":"https://www.bricsys.com/bricscad-bim","question":"Can Bricsys BricsCAD BIM be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 5 integrations for Bricsys BricsCAD BIM, including DWG, IFC, BCF, Leica and Point cloud formats. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.bricsys.com/bricscad-bim","question":"What does Bricsys BricsCAD BIM integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for Bricsys BricsCAD BIM. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Bricsys BricsCAD BIM not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.bricsys.com/privacy","question":"What security certifications does Bricsys BricsCAD BIM have?","confidence":0.7}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"on_prem":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 BIM authoring platform built on the native DWG standard that enables professionals to design, model, and document building projects with integrated point cloud processing and standards-based data exchange. |
| 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}` | `{"pricing_model":"annual_subscription","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":true,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":true}` |
| integrations.count | - | 5 |
| integrations.list | - | `[{"name":"DWG"},{"name":"IFC"},{"name":"BCF"},{"name":"Leica"},{"name":"Point cloud formats"}]` |
| platform.support | `{"web":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":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"2D Drafting","summary":"€330/year","commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":330,"period":"year","currency":"EUR"}],"contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"2D & 3D CAD","summary":"€710/year","commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":710,"period":"year","currency":"EUR"}],"contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"BricsCAD BIM","summary":"€1,060/year","commitment":"annual","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":1060,"period":"year","currency":"EUR"}],"contactSales":false}],"summary":"From €330/year. Free 30-day trial.","currency":"EUR","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.bricsys.com/bricscad-bim","retrievedAt":"2026-10-05T12:45:21.113Z","freeTrialDays":30,"startingPrice":{"amount":330,"period":"year","currency":"EUR"},"billingPeriods":["year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | no |
| pricing.model | commercial | commercial |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | high |
| pricing.starting_price | - | `{"amount":330,"currency":"EUR"}` |
| pricing.transparent | no | yes |
| security.gdpr | - | yes |
| security.iso27001 | yes | - |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | Allplan | Bricsys BricsCAD BIM |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **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 | Annual subscription |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T19:19:15.035Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*