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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (33.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $249.00 With One-Time Purchase
$2,135.00 Per Year
ActCAD BIM
Star Rating
(50)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $249.00 With One-Time Purchase
Learn more about ActCAD BIMMicroStation
Star Rating
(368)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (33.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,135.00 Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that MicroStation excels in handling large and complex drawings, particularly in infrastructure and architectural projects. Users appreciate its stability and precision, noting that it manages references well, which is crucial for demanding projects.
- Users say that ActCAD BIM offers excellent functionality at a very attractive price point, making it a great choice for small businesses. Its similarity to AutoCAD allows for easy transition, with users highlighting the ability to transfer customizations with minimal changes.
- Reviewers mention that MicroStation provides a more robust overall experience, reflected in its higher G2 Score and a significant number of recent reviews. This suggests a strong user base that finds value in its features, such as the ability to create custom shortcuts for efficiency.
- According to verified reviews, ActCAD BIM shines in ease of setup and administration, with users noting that it requires minimal training to get started. This is particularly beneficial for smaller teams or those new to CAD software.
- Users highlight that while MicroStation has a higher entry-level price, its extensive capabilities justify the investment for larger enterprises. Features like advanced modeling and documentation tools are frequently praised, making it a preferred choice for complex projects.
- Reviewers note that ActCAD BIM's lower price point and perpetual licensing model are significant advantages for budget-conscious users. However, some users feel that it may lack the depth of features found in MicroStation, particularly in areas like advanced rendering and clash detection.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ActCAD BIM
ActCAD 2025 Software
Starting at $249.00
With One-Time Purchase
ActCAD is a 2D & 3D CAD software with functionality of the industry leaders. We offer two product options:
- ActCAD Standard for 2D Drafting Power Users
- ActCAD Prime for 2D Drafting, 3D Modeling and BIM (Building Information Modeling) functionality
ActCAD can be used for applications across domains Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) including Structural, Electrical and Mechanical.
We also offer value added products for specific applications based on ActCAD:
- ActCAD Nesting
- ActCAD Dials & Scales
- ActCAD CNC Post Processor
ActCAD uses the latest IntelliCAD 11 Engine, Open Design Alliance, dwg/dxf Libraries, ACIS 3D Modeling Kernel, and many other Technologies which ensures file support right from the early R2.5 to the latest 2022 Version of dwg/dxf. It also supports other file formats like .dgn, .step/.stp, .iges/.igs, .stl, .obj, 2D PDF, 3D PDF, .svg, .dae, etc. The interface and commands are designed in a manner that is familiar and easy for migration from any CAD Software.
- Support for 2025 dwg & dxf files
- High Speed and Performance
- IntelliCAD 13 Engine & ODA 21.11 Libraries
MicroStation
MicroStation 12-month Subscription
$2,135.00
Per Year
Get access to software that comes with training – fast! Bentley’s eStore, Virtuosity, offers a convenient way to lease a 12-month license of Bentley software for a low, upfront cost. Every online purchase through Virtuosity comes as a Virtuoso Subscription that includes training and auto-renewals. Local currency pricing available.
- Training via Virtuosity Keys
- Flexible for your project needs
- Named-User license
Free Trial
ActCAD BIM
Free Trial is available
MicroStation
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
37
8.2
331
Ease of Use
8.9
38
7.8
337
Ease of Setup
9.4
13
7.5
140
Ease of Admin
9.3
12
7.0
81
Quality of Support
8.7
38
7.7
301
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
12
7.7
82
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
36
7.2
325
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
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Design
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Collaboration
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Construction
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
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Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
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Plan
8.8
12
8.0
53
8.0
9
7.5
45
8.5
11
8.1
52
8.1
9
7.5
48
Design
7.1
8
7.1
46
6.7
7
7.0
43
8.6
12
8.5
54
8.3
12
8.5
54
Construction
7.8
6
7.3
40
7.5
6
7.3
39
6.0
5
7.1
37
8.3
5
7.6
41
7.7
5
7.5
42
Engineering
8.6
6
7.2
36
8.0
5
6.9
36
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
7.1
35
Design
9.2
24
8.8
85
7.6
15
8.3
82
7.5
18
8.0
81
7.2
15
7.5
77
Edit
8.7
23
8.0
83
7.8
17
7.9
77
8.0
21
8.2
82
7.7
20
8.1
80
Collaboration
8.3
19
8.1
80
8.1
17
8.0
81
8.3
16
7.9
78
Library
7.7
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
CAD
5.7
5
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
Integration
6.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
File Options
9.3
9
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.8
9
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
9
Not enough data
Tools
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
Design
9.8
8
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ActCAD BIM and MicroStation are categorized as Civil Engineering Design and General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
ActCAD BIM is categorized as CAD Viewers, CAD Libraries, Sketching, and Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
MicroStation has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ActCAD BIM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
MicroStation
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Architecture & Planning
25.5%
Civil Engineering
23.4%
Construction
12.8%
Oil & Energy
4.3%
Information Technology and Services
4.3%
Other
29.8%
Civil Engineering
41.0%
Architecture & Planning
10.5%
Construction
8.8%
Design
6.8%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.7%
Other
29.1%
Discussions
How can I get some of my old lisp routines to work. They don't work well with ActCAD.
3 Comments
Official Response from ActCAD BIM
Hi David, thank you for your valuable inputs. Please share the details of your programs we will try to improve them and add to ActCAD package. Please note...Read more
"Not opened for read" error
1 Comment
JB
Update: It is not a "trial" problem. I am able to use all commands when I create a new drawing (and I imagine when I open the drawing that was created in...Read more
I need detail how to use three dimensional CFD analysis with ACT CAD
1 Comment
Official Response from ActCAD BIM
Hello Mr.Dinkar, Thank you for your question. Please note that ActCAD is a CAD software meant for 2D Drafting and 3D unparametric modeling. Our BIM version...Read more
MicroStation has no more discussions with answers
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