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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (33.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$3750
$2,135.00 Per Year
Carlson Civil
Star Rating
(21)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$3750
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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
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- 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 Carlson Civil offers a user-friendly experience, particularly for civil engineering designs. Reviewers highlight its ability to track project progress and set resources efficiently, making it a solid choice for organizations looking to streamline their workflows.
- According to verified reviews, MicroStation provides a robust set of features, including the ability to create custom shortcuts using manual 'key-ins'. This flexibility allows users to optimize their workflow and minimize time spent on repetitive tasks.
- Reviewers mention that Carlson Civil shines in its integration with AutoCAD, allowing users to leverage familiar tools while accessing Carlson's powerful features. This integration is particularly beneficial for those already accustomed to the Autodesk environment.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while MicroStation has a higher overall satisfaction score, Carlson Civil boasts a slightly better rating for documentation and support. Users appreciate the comprehensive tutorials and manuals provided by Carlson, which help guide them through the software's functionalities.
- Users report that MicroStation's implementation process is generally smooth, but some find it challenging to configure for specific workflows. In contrast, Carlson Civil is noted for its ease of use, making it a favorable option for teams looking for a straightforward solution without extensive setup requirements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
MicroStation
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$2,135.00
Per Year
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Carlson Civil
No trial information availableMicroStation
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
19
8.2
331
Ease of Use
8.9
19
7.8
337
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
7.5
140
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
7.0
81
Quality of Support
8.6
18
7.7
301
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
7.7
82
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
19
7.2
325
Features by Category
Plan
10.0
5
8.0
53
9.3
5
7.5
45
9.7
5
8.1
52
9.7
5
7.5
48
Design
9.7
5
7.1
46
9.7
5
7.0
43
9.7
5
8.5
54
9.7
5
8.5
54
Construction
9.3
5
7.3
40
9.3
5
7.3
39
9.7
5
7.1
37
Not enough data
7.6
41
Not enough data
7.5
42
Engineering
9.3
5
7.2
36
9.3
5
6.9
36
9.3
5
8.9
45
9.7
5
7.1
35
Design
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
8.3
82
Not enough data
8.0
81
Not enough data
7.5
77
Edit
Not enough data
8.0
83
Not enough data
7.9
77
Not enough data
8.2
82
Not enough data
8.1
80
Collaboration
Not enough data
8.1
80
Not enough data
8.0
81
Not enough data
7.9
78
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Carlson Civil and MicroStation are categorized as Civil Engineering Design
Unique Categories
Carlson Civil has no unique categories
MicroStation is categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Carlson Civil
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
Civil Engineering
33.3%
Construction
28.6%
Renewables & Environment
4.8%
Oil & Energy
4.8%
Newspapers
4.8%
Other
23.8%
Civil Engineering
41.0%
Architecture & Planning
10.5%
Construction
8.8%
Design
6.8%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.7%
Other
29.1%
Discussions
Carlson Civil has no discussions with answers
Microstation
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