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Compare MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (34.4% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,135.00 Per Year
$6,057.00 1 practitioner Per Year
MicroStation
Star Rating
(383)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (34.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,135.00 Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 2 pricing plansOpenRoads Designer
Star Rating
(139)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$6,057.00 1 practitioner Per Year
Browse all 2 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that MicroStation excels in ease of use, with users appreciating its ability to set commands manually and create custom shortcuts. This flexibility allows for quicker project completion, making it a favorite for those handling complex infrastructure and architectural drawings.
- Users say that OpenRoads Designer shines in transportation-related tasks, with its robust features allowing for seamless reference management and automatic updates across dependent designs. This capability is particularly beneficial for teams focused on transportation engineering projects.
- Reviewers mention that MicroStation is highly regarded for its stability and performance when dealing with large files. Users highlight its strong precision and ability to manage references effectively, which is crucial for demanding projects involving multiple disciplines.
- According to verified reviews, OpenRoads Designer offers impressive 3D modeling capabilities, with users praising its visual representation features. This aspect enhances the modeling experience, allowing for better visualization and design accuracy.
- G2 reviewers note that while MicroStation has a higher overall satisfaction score, OpenRoads Designer has a slight edge in collaboration features. Users appreciate how well it facilitates teamwork, making it easier to work on shared projects and maintain consistency across designs.
- Users express that MicroStation's documentation is particularly strong, providing clear guidance that helps users navigate the software effectively. In contrast, OpenRoads Designer's documentation could use improvement, as some users find it less comprehensive, which can hinder the onboarding process.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
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
OpenRoads Designer
OpenRoads Designer Virtuoso Subscription
$6,057.00
1 practitioner Per Year
Includes 5 Keys for added incremental services, training, and onboarding.
- A 1-year named user license of Bentley software for lower upfront costs
- 5 keys to redeem for customizable training, mentoring, and consulting services
- Direct access to in-house industry experts who know the challenges your team faces and the strategies to solve them
Free Trial
MicroStation
Free Trial is available
OpenRoads Designer
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
340
8.4
112
Ease of Use
7.8
346
6.9
112
Ease of Setup
7.6
152
6.4
29
Ease of Admin
7.0
84
7.3
23
Quality of Support
7.7
310
7.6
98
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.7
85
8.1
31
Product Direction (% positive)
7.3
335
7.8
109
Features by Category
Plan
8.0
53
7.6
32
7.5
45
Feature Not Available
8.1
52
8.1
32
7.5
48
8.6
31
Design
7.2
47
8.8
32
7.1
44
8.0
31
8.6
57
8.5
31
8.6
56
8.1
32
Construction
7.3
40
Feature Not Available
7.3
39
Feature Not Available
7.1
37
Feature Not Available
7.6
41
8.6
19
7.5
42
9.1
20
Engineering
7.2
36
7.7
21
6.9
36
7.8
22
8.9
46
9.0
27
7.1
35
Feature Not Available
Design
8.9
89
Not enough data
8.4
86
Not enough data
8.1
85
Not enough data
7.7
80
Not enough data
Edit
8.2
90
Not enough data
8.0
79
Not enough data
8.2
84
Not enough data
8.2
83
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.2
84
Not enough data
8.1
85
Not enough data
8.0
80
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer are categorized as Civil Engineering Design
Unique Categories
MicroStation is categorized as General-Purpose CAD
OpenRoads Designer has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
MicroStation
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
OpenRoads Designer
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
40.4%
Architecture & Planning
11.1%
Construction
8.9%
Design
6.7%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.6%
Other
29.2%
Civil Engineering
73.6%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
7.2%
Design
6.4%
Construction
5.6%
Architecture & Planning
4.0%
Other
3.2%
Discussions
Microstation
2 Comments
RG
I still not received any rewards please update onceRead more
MicroStation has no more discussions with answers
Which software is used for highway design?
1 Comment
DL
The most commonly used highway design software is developed by Bentley and Autodesk.
Bentley’s OpenRoads Designer is a comprehensive and fully functioned...Read more
What is OpenRoads designer?
1 Comment
DL
OpenRoads Designer is a civil design application used for all types and sizes of civil projects around the world. It can be used for tasks such as...Read more
What is OpenRoads?
1 Comment
DL
OpenRoads Designer is a civil design application used for all types and sizes of civil projects around the world. It can be used for tasks such as...Read more
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