# IDEA StatiCa vs Trimble Tekla Structures

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

| Attribute | IDEA StatiCa | Trimble Tekla Structures |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 23 (25% (low)) | 43.4 (36% (low)) |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true,"hybrid":true,"self_hosted":true}` | - |
| description.long | A structural design application that enables engineers to model and code-check steel connections, reinforced concrete elements, and anchored systems. It integrates with CAD and finite element analysis tools to streamline the design workflow without requiring data re-entry. | 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":false,"soc2_type_ii":false,"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":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 | 9 | 3 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Robot Structural Analysis Professional"},{"name":"Advance Steel"},{"name":"Bentley RAM Structural System"},{"name":"Tekla Structural Designer"},{"name":"ProtaSteel"},{"name":"Strand7"},{"name":"BuildSoft Diamonds and BIM Expert"},{"name":"ConSteel"},{"name":"Midas Civil"}]` | `[{"name":"Trimble Connect"},{"name":"Tekla PowerFab"},{"name":"Tekla Model Sharing"}]` |
| market.availability | `{"hqCountry":"CZ","primaryMarkets":["CZ"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | - |
| platform.support | `{"cli":true,"web":true,"windows":true}` | - |
| pricing | `{"freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.ideastatica.com/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-24T15:31:05.223Z","freeTrialDays":14}` | `{"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 |

## Capabilities (Bim Software)

| Capability | IDEA StatiCa | 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 | - | - |

*Source: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T16:32:35.251Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*