Compare Civil 3D and GeoHECRAS
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$275 per Month
Free Trial 1 Seats
Civil 3D
Star Rating
(304)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$275 per Month
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GeoHECRAS
Star Rating
(347)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Seats
Free Trial is available
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Summary
AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that GeoHECRAS excels in user-friendliness, making it a top choice for both newcomers and experienced users. Its intuitive interface and straightforward implementation are frequently highlighted, allowing organizations to deploy it quickly for hydraulic and floodplain modeling projects.
- Users say that Civil 3D is the industry standard for civil engineering design, particularly for site development and municipal roadways. Reviewers appreciate its comprehensive toolset for grading, drainage, and marking design, which supports a wide range of construction document production.
- According to verified reviews, GeoHECRAS stands out for its exceptional customer support, with users noting that help is readily available when needed. The software's error messages are described as crucial guides, helping users troubleshoot effectively and enhancing the overall experience.
- Reviewers mention that while Civil 3D offers robust features for 3D modeling and documentation, some users find it challenging to set up and configure according to their specific workflows. This can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to GeoHECRAS, which is praised for its ease of setup.
- G2 reviewers highlight that GeoHECRAS has a higher satisfaction score, reflecting its ability to meet user requirements effectively. Users appreciate its capabilities in preparing flood maps and analyzing culverts, which are essential for effective hydraulic modeling.
- Users report that Civil 3D, while powerful in areas like grading and transportation engineering, may not always align with the needs of smaller businesses, as indicated by its larger market segment focus. In contrast, GeoHECRAS is favored by small businesses, making it a more accessible option for those with limited resources.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Civil 3D
Civil 3D Subscription (Monthly)
$275
per Month
Flexible options available, talk to sales at: (818) 797-9909
- Access to the latest version
- Use software anywhere
- Access previous versions
GeoHECRAS
Single User License
Free Trial
1 Seats
A single user license is locked to a single computer.
- Easy to Learn and Use
- CAD & GIS Integration
- Digital Terrain Cross Section Cutting
Free Trial
Civil 3D
Free Trial is available
GeoHECRAS
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
246
9.4
284
Ease of Use
7.3
247
9.0
290
Ease of Setup
6.4
69
8.9
177
Ease of Admin
6.4
58
8.9
67
Quality of Support
7.4
214
9.7
282
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.4
56
9.6
70
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
245
9.4
276
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
8.8
45
Not enough data
Design
8.6
39
Not enough data
8.2
35
Not enough data
9.2
38
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.4
35
Not enough data
9.1
39
Not enough data
8.9
38
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Construction
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
9.1
15
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Plan
8.5
109
7.8
213
Feature Not Available
7.5
191
8.3
114
7.5
188
7.6
105
7.3
182
Design
8.5
99
7.7
182
7.4
84
7.4
173
9.1
118
8.2
213
8.8
118
8.5
217
Construction
Feature Not Available
6.7
149
Feature Not Available
6.3
143
Feature Not Available
5.8
136
8.4
38
6.7
149
8.5
36
6.2
141
Engineering
7.8
57
8.7
213
7.7
58
8.7
206
8.2
63
6.9
153
Feature Not Available
5.8
137
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Civil 3D and GeoHECRAS are categorized as Civil Engineering Design
Unique Categories
Civil 3D is categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
GeoHECRAS has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Civil 3D
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
GeoHECRAS
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
64.0%
Construction
5.9%
Government Administration
4.2%
Utilities
3.8%
Architecture & Planning
3.5%
Other
18.5%
Civil Engineering
90.6%
Environmental Services
2.9%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
1.5%
Design
1.5%
Consulting
0.9%
Other
2.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is Civil 3d free for students?
2 Comments
ZS
yesRead more
What is Civil 3D used for?
1 Comment
CL
Topografia, Caminos, Redes de drenaje, Redes de conducciòn a presión.Read more
What is GeoRAS?
1 Comment
SP
HEC-GeoRAS is a GIS-based extension that can help in the development of partial HEC-RAS models. It consists of tools and utilities for processing geospatial...Read more
What is HEC-RAS used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from GeoHECRAS
Hydrologic Engineering Center's River Analysis System or HEC-RAS is a software that allows the user to perform one-dimensional steady flow, one and...Read more
Is HEC-RAS 2D free?
1 Comment
AL
HEC-RAS 2D is incorporated in the latest HEC-RAS download and is FREE. This software is available through the USACE's website. Read more
