# Allplan vs IfcOpenShell

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** IfcOpenShell

| Attribute | Allplan | IfcOpenShell |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 33.7 (29% (low)) | 57.2 (75% (high)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | - | 100 |
| adoption.dependent_repos | - | 73 |
| adoption.github_stars | - | 2,855 |
| 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":"IfcOpenShell is an open source library and geometry engine for developing digital platforms in the built environment. It provides comprehensive APIs and tools for IFC data manipulation, geometric analysis, model coordination, and format conversion. It is indexed under Bim Software.","source":"https://ifcopenshell.org/","question":"What is IfcOpenShell?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"IfcOpenShell 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://ifcopenshell.org/","question":"Is IfcOpenShell free to use?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"IfcOpenShell supports Windows, macOS, Linux and a command-line interface. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://ifcopenshell.org/","question":"What platforms does IfcOpenShell support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. IfcOpenShell can be deployed cloud / SaaS and self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.","source":"https://ifcopenshell.org/","question":"Can IfcOpenShell be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 10 integrations for IfcOpenShell, including Blender, Oracle P6, Microsoft Project, Asta PowerProject, IDS, BCF, bSDD and CityJSON, plus 2 more. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://ifcopenshell.org/","question":"What does IfcOpenShell integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. IfcOpenShell 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 IfcOpenShell 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. | IfcOpenShell is an open source library and geometry engine for developing digital platforms in the built environment. It provides comprehensive APIs and tools for IFC data manipulation, geometric analysis, model coordination, and format conversion. |
| 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":"perpetual_license","deployment_model":"cloud_web_viewer","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_authoring","3d_parametric_object_modeling":false,"ifc_openbim_standard_compliance":true,"automated_hard_and_soft_clash_detection":true,"4d_time_scheduling_and_5d_cost_estimation":true,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":true}` |
| integrations.count | - | 10 |
| integrations.list | - | `[{"name":"Blender"},{"name":"Oracle P6"},{"name":"Microsoft Project"},{"name":"Asta PowerProject"},{"name":"IDS"},{"name":"BCF"},{"name":"bSDD"},{"name":"CityJSON"},{"name":"COBie"},{"name":"Code_Aster"}]` |
| language.primary | - | C++ |
| license.spdx | - | LGPL-3.0 |
| platform.support | `{"web":true}` | `{"cli":true,"mac":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","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://ifcopenshell.org/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-24T09:46:26.970Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | commercial |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | free |
| pricing.transparent | no | - |
| release.cadence_days | - | 1 |
| release.history | - | `[{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610141628","date":"2026-10-14T16:30:26Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610141628"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610141217","date":"2026-10-14T12:19:34Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610141217"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610140758","date":"2026-10-14T08:00:22Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610140758"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/ifcsverchok-0.9.1.261013","date":"2026-10-13T12:51:02Z","type":"stable","version":"ifcsverchok-0.9.1.261013"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610131250","date":"2026-10-13T12:52:15Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610131250"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610121536","date":"2026-10-12T15:38:08Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610121536"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610102211","date":"2026-10-10T22:13:30Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610102211"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101358","date":"2026-10-10T13:59:40Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101358"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101354","date":"2026-10-10T13:56:16Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101354"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101246","date":"2026-10-10T12:48:29Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101246"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101246","date":"2026-10-10T12:48:29Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610101246"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100615","date":"2026-10-10T06:17:23Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100615"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100602","date":"2026-10-10T06:04:23Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100602"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100055","date":"2026-10-10T00:57:01Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100055"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100043","date":"2026-10-10T00:45:18Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610100043"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610091501","date":"2026-10-09T15:03:07Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610091501"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610091449","date":"2026-10-09T14:51:13Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610091449"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610071432","date":"2026-10-07T14:33:42Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610071432"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610071217","date":"2026-10-07T12:18:52Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610071217"},{"url":"https://github.com/IfcOpenShell/IfcOpenShell/releases/tag/bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610062336","date":"2026-10-06T23:38:02Z","type":"stable","version":"bonsai-0.9.1-alpha2610062336"}]` |
| 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 | IfcOpenShell |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | Windows desktop heavy client | Cloud web viewer |
| 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 2026-10-16T19:14:50.296Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*