# Allplan vs Trimble Tekla Structures

**Leader by Vioscale score:** Trimble Tekla Structures

| Attribute | Allplan | Trimble Tekla Structures |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 22.6 (33% (low)) | 43.4 (36% (low)) |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | - |
| description.long | 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. | Structural engineers, designers, and construction professionals use Tekla Structures to create detailed 3D building models, coordinate project information, and generate fabrication-ready documentation. |
| 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}` | `{"authoring_vs_coordination":"model_authoring","3d_parametric_object_modeling":true,"ifc_openbim_standard_compliance":true,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":true}` |
| integrations.count | - | 3 |
| integrations.list | - | `[{"name":"Trimble Connect"},{"name":"Tekla PowerFab"},{"name":"Tekla Model Sharing"}]` |
| 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"}` | `{"summary":"Free tier for education; trial available","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://www.tekla.com/products/tekla-structures","retrievedAt":"2026-08-22T22:28:12.712Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | freemium |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | low |
| pricing.transparent | no | no |
| security.iso27001 | yes | - |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | Allplan | Trimble Tekla Structures |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | 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 | - |

*Source: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T17:15:55.838Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*