[ ActCAD BIM Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/actcad-actcad-bim/reviews) [ ActCAD BIM Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/actcad-actcad-bim/reviews) # ActCAD BIM Features ##### ## Design (15) Visualizing Design your project in 3D Rendering Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. Drawing Ability to create 2D and 3D drawings of your structure. Editing Ability to edit designs with a WYSIWYG editor Sequence Steps Create and animate the sequences of steps, materials and building crews needed to construct your building. Dynamic Updating Allows users to create relationships between objects so design changes are dynamically updated 3D Modeling Create three-dimensional models of civil engineering projects 3D Rendering Place your model in a fully-realized 3D environment. Drawing Create linework with a variety of different tools. Editing Edit your design with functions like erase, trim, undo and more. Drawing Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. Modeling Create realistic 3D models of your design Visualize Design your structure in 3D. Rendering Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. Drawing Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. Show More ##### ## Collaboration (7) Multi User Allows users to save and share work in one project File Import/Export Ability to import and export 2D and 3D files to the platform so your team can update designs and collaborate as needed. Annotating Add keynotes, tags, dimensions and more to your document. Document Storage Store various types of documents within this platform. Annotate Annotate your designs with various notes and tags. Documentation Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. Data Extract Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties. Show More ##### ## Construction (10) Fabrication Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure. Reinforcement Tools Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure. Clash Detection Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam. Grading Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces Earthwork Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces. Fabrication Ability to create models of various systems that need to be integrated into the structure. Reinforcement Add reinforcement to vital points in the model of your structure. Clash Detection Ability to detect clashing elements, such as electrical conduit or ductwork that run into a beam. Grading Allows users to utilize grading tools to design finished ground surfaces Earthwork Allows users to calculate cut and fill earthwork quantities between two surfaces. Show More ##### ## Plan (4) Documentation Generate plans for your production process. Sequence Create and animate steps, materials, and crews needed to build your project Annotate Add intelligent labels to any design you create Collaborate Ability for multiple users to collaborate on one design. Show More ##### ## Edit (4) File Import Import and export files in a number of different formats. Push/Pull Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape. Views View your model from any angle while you design and edit. Grips Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry. Show More ##### ## Library (4) Categorize Ability to categorize CAD models by use, supplier, or product. Search Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product. Deduplication Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse. Feedback Users can rate CAD models and post comments. Show More ##### ## CAD (3) Types Include multiple types of CAD models such as MCAD, ECAD, CAE, and BIM. Models Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings. Compatibility Provide compatibility with major CAD software products. Show More ##### ## Integration (3) Catalogs Integrate with 3D parts catalogs systems. CAD & PLM Integrate with 3D CAD and PLM software products. ERP Integrate with ERP systems. Show More ##### ## Tools (3) Dimensioning tools Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design. Change units Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only. 3D/solid modeling tools Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) Show More ##### ## File Options (6) Import files Support for a number of file formats for import Export files Support for a number of file formats for export View 2D files Ability to view 2D files View 3D files Ability to view 3D files Batch convert files Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available. File size Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience Show More ##### ## Engineering (4) Hydraulic engineering Ability to make designs for fluid control circuitry. Hydrologic engineering Ability to make designs for water drainage, and water distribution Transportation engineering Ability to make designs for roads, highways, and transportation systems Structural engineering Ability to design structures and conduct structural analysis. Show More ##### ## Generative AI (3) AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. AI Text-to-3D Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt. Show More ##### ## Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (2) Role-Based Access Provide role/permission controls for secure collaboration across project teams Centralized Data Management Store, manage, and share all design, documentation, and project data in one unified environment Show More ##### ## Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (2) Lifecycle Cost Tracking Track and forecast costs across the building lifecycle, from design to construction and beyond Quantity Takeoff & Cost Estimation Generate accurate material takeoffs, project cost estimates, and budgeting reports Show More ##### ## Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling (6) Clash Detection Detect and resolve conflicts between electrical systems and other building components Electrical System Modeling Provide tools for designing and modeling electrical systems (power distribution, wiring, panels) MEP Coordination Support seamless integration of electrical systems with mechanical and plumbing (MEP) designs Load Calculation & Analysis Offer simulation tools for electrical load analysis, capacity planning, and fault detection Interoperability with BIM & CAD Integrate electrical models with BIM and CAD platforms for holistic project collaboration Circuit Design Integration Enable integration with circuit design tools for detailed schematics and layout coordination Show More [ ![Higharc](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/59a2078f674716a036f1017a2dd2c94a/higharc.svg "Higharc") Sponsored Higharc 4.8/5 (41) Visit Website ](javascript:void(0)) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![AutoCAD](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1531166548/autocad.svg "AutoCAD") AutoCAD 4.4/5 (1,836) ](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) [ ![SketchUp](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/fafac0988b9cc66945486cc91e1207e8/sketchup.svg "SketchUp") SketchUp 4.5/5 (1,296) ](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchup/reviews) [ ![SOLIDWORKS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/87a0eaa40f8b9a14542c077a348a699d/solidworks.svg "SOLIDWORKS") SOLIDWORKS 4.5/5 (629) ](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/actcad-actcad-bim/competitors/alternatives) ActCAD BIM Comparisons ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_269a752fb4baefda8b9e83f98c7646dc/autocad.png "Product Avatar Image") AutoCAD 4.4/5 (1,936) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/actcad-actcad-bim-vs-autocad) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_130e13606881ce9c8dfb1dfdf4fb33d7/cms-intellicad.png "Product Avatar Image") CMS IntelliCAD 4.7/5 (97) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/actcad-actcad-bim-vs-cms-intellicad) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_092f0dd37ac28e1cb49a46b9e0b4ad3f/autocad-lt.png "Product Avatar Image") AutoCAD LT 4.3/5 (285) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/actcad-actcad-bim-vs-autocad-lt) ##### Categories on G2 [ General-Purpose CAD ](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad)[ Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) ](https://www.g2.com/categories/building-design-and-building-information-modeling-bim)[ Sketching ](https://www.g2.com/categories/sketching) [ CAD Viewers ](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-viewers)[ Civil Engineering Design ](https://www.g2.com/categories/civil-engineering-design)[ CAD Libraries ](https://www.g2.com/categories/cad-libraries) Show More ##### Explore More [ Which encryption solutions for financial services firms meet HIPAA and PCI compliance requirements? 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