# BIMcollab vs Vectorworks Architect

**Leader by Vioscale score:** BIMcollab

| Attribute | BIMcollab | Vectorworks Architect |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 60.4 (54% (medium)) | 19 (25% (low)) |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true,"hybrid":true}` |
| description.long | A cloud-based hub that unifies BIM model coordination, issue tracking, and document management, enabling teams to maintain data quality, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance throughout building projects. | Architectural software combining 3D parametric modeling, BIM workflows, cloud collaboration, and rendering capabilities for conceptual design through consultant coordination and cost estimation. |
| features.capabilities | `{"iso_27001":true,"soc2_type_ii":false,"pricing_model":"annual_subscription","deployment_model":"cloud_web_viewer","authoring_vs_coordination":"model_coordination_clash","3d_parametric_object_modeling":false,"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":false,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":false,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":false}` | `{"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":false,"4d_time_scheduling_and_5d_cost_estimation":false,"mep_mechanical_electrical_plumbing_detailing":false,"structural_steel_and_concrete_rebar_detailing":false}` |
| integrations.count | 35 | 7 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Power BI"},{"name":"Solibri"},{"name":"Trimble Connect"},{"name":"AutoCAD"},{"name":"Autodesk Docs"},{"name":"Revit"},{"name":"Autodesk Forge Viewer"},{"name":"Trimble Connect Viewer"},{"name":"ALLPLAN"},{"name":"mh software"},{"name":"Sema software"}]` | `[{"name":"Revit"},{"name":"SketchUp"},{"name":"Rhino"},{"name":"Photoshop"},{"name":"Cinema4D"},{"name":"IFC"},{"name":"openBIM"}]` |
| market.availability | - | `{"primaryMarkets":["US"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"web":true,"windows":true}` | `{"web":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Basic","summary":"€12.50/user/month (annual) or €19/user/month (monthly)","features":["Basic document storage","Version history","Streaming WebViewer for IFC models","Revit model support","BCF-based issue management","PDF 2D-issues/annotations","Two Factor Authentication and SSO","Email and chat support"],"components":[{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":12.5,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"},{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":19,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"}],"description":"BIM coordination hub limited to essential collaboration & coordination.","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"file_conversions":"Fair use","free_guests_per_user":"1"}},{"free":false,"name":"Advanced","summary":"€18.75/user/month (annual) or €29/user/month (monthly)","features":["All Basic features","ISO 19650 compliant document statuses","Publish/Approve documents","Define and share IDS requirements","Smart Views, Clash rules, Smart Properties, Lists","Link documents to 3D objects","Multi-project federated models on Locations","Customizable workflows for documents","Approval workflow for issues","Project templates","Communication via To-do's","Personal dashboard","Full legal audit trail","Scheduled issue reporting","API access","Power BI connector","Autodesk Forge Viewer integration","Trimble Connect Viewer integration"],"components":[{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":18.75,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"},{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":29,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"}],"description":"BIM coordination hub with automated workflows, customization & integrations.","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"free_guests_per_user":"1"}},{"free":false,"name":"Enterprise","summary":"€25/user/month (annual) or €39/user/month (monthly) — Contact sales","components":[{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":25,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"},{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"seat","amount":39,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"}],"description":"BIM coordination hub for complex projects, automation and organizational governance.","contactSales":true}],"summary":"From €12.50/user/month. Subscription billing with monthly or annual options. Free trial available.","currency":"EUR","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.bimcollab.com/en/plans/bimcollab-platform/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-22T22:32:28.027Z","startingPrice":{"unit":"seat","amount":12.5,"period":"month","currency":"EUR"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` | `{"type":"hybrid","summary":"Perpetual and subscription licenses available; free trial offered","currency":"USD","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.vectorworks.net/architect","retrievedAt":"2026-08-22T22:32:24.034Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | no |
| pricing.model | commercial | commercial |
| pricing.price_level | low | unknown |
| pricing.starting_price | `{"amount":12.5,"currency":"EUR"}` | - |
| pricing.transparent | yes | no |
| security.iso27001 | yes | - |
| security.pci | yes | - |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | BIMcollab | Vectorworks Architect |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Deployment model | Cloud web viewer | Windows desktop heavy client |
| Authoring vs coordination | Model coordination clash | 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: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T17:26:48.889Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*