Tekla Structures Reviews & Product Details

Tekla Structures, a foundational piece of Trimble’s construction software portfolio, is built on decades of deep expertise in structural engineering and detailing. Serving a global community of detailers, structural engineers, fabricators, and contractors, the platform provides a unified digital environment for managing structural data. Whether working with steel, precast concrete, cast-in-place concrete, or mass timber, users rely on Tekla Structures’ robust, proven technology to manage their most demanding projects. By prioritizing deep localization, comprehensive support, and a commitment to industry-wide standards, Tekla Structures has become an essential tool for professionals who need to deliver reliable, high-quality structures in a competitive, fast-paced global market. At the heart of Tekla Structures is an unwavering focus on precision and accuracy. Engineered for true constructibility, the software ensures that if it fits in your model, it will fit in the field, drastically reducing the risk of costly errors that plague traditional, drawing-based workflows. This capability is powered by a unique parametric engine that allows intelligent objects to adapt automatically to design changes, maintaining data integrity throughout the project lifecycle. Collaboration is seamless thanks to Tekla Model Sharing, which allows distributed teams to work together on the same model in real-time, regardless of location or time zone. Furthermore, the platform’s Open API provides unparalleled flexibility, allowing organizations to build custom workflows and integrations that connect Tekla Structures directly to fabrication machinery, analysis tools, and project management ecosystems. The primary value of Tekla Structures lies in its ability to transform digital designs into truly constructible data. By moving beyond simple 3D visualization and producing highly detailed, machine-readable information, Tekla Structures allows project teams to identify and resolve clashes before a single piece of material is ordered or a worker steps on-site. This proactive approach minimizes manual rework, reduces material waste, and helps keep projects on schedule and under budget. Whether it is generating accurate bar bending schedules, optimizing procurement, or driving automated fabrication machinery, Tekla Structures empowers organizations to work smarter. It provides the essential, validated data required to streamline the entire construction process, ultimately boosting profitability and confidence for every stakeholder involved.

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Trimble

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Languages Supported

Czech, German, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)

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Best-of-Breed

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Ankit K.

BIM Engineer

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/8/2022

"Best in the market for the rebar detailing and steel modeling."

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

In Tekla structure, the rebar detailing is very easy compared to other software, and its steel detailing and formwork detailing are also suitable. The best thing about this software is there are some features by which you can do rebar detailing of any element in a single click. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

In Tekla structure, I wouldn't say I like their concrete modeling; if I compare it with revit, there are very few options in Tekla for concrete modeling. All else is good. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SONU j.

Project Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/7/2023

"BIM SOLUTIONS"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Detailing about building information and cross-sectional details through Tekla software is very best in solutions for Engineering, various fields of consulting germs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Through this software we can't provide cloud-based modeling and detailing. It would be better by adding cloud-based structure analysis and its needed outputs for firms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gaurav C.

Tekla Modeler

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

7/19/2022

"Fabrication and Erection drawings software"

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

It's a very useful for generating shop drawings. If you get into deep in the Tekla advanced settings then You will be able to generate drawings with all the required information automatically. It would save a very much working Manu hours. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

It's does not support copy drawings parts function as it available in SDS2 software. Also it lacks the design connection which are readily available in SDS2. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Tekla Structures solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's is showing us the actual 3D view of a structure which we will be buliding. It highlights all the potential clashes by running clash check. It woul save a lot of time and man hours in the field. Also it's latest model files helps to automate the process of welding in the fabrication shop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Javvadhi S.

Structural and miscellaneous Tekla modeler at Arteras Engineering Services pvt. Ltd

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

2/13/2023

"Best tool for steel structures"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

It is very friendly and easy to learn for any kind of learners. One of the best tools for steel structures. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

I didn't find any difficulties with Tekla yet. I will update if I find any. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Civil Engineering

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

Originally submitted 12/1/2021

"Easy to use"

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Tekla structures is useful for precision work, and the minimum likelihood of error occurring and the difference between 2D and modeling. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Tekla structures are all good to use but we have some limitations when we are going to work on fabrication drawing, in simple words we can't work independently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Muralidhar M J.

Independent Contractor

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/21/2023

"Awesome"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Good software for steel, concrete, timber and Glass Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Doesn't contain information about roundings of Hot rolled sections Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Banasree Ghosh, P.

Project Management Expert

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/6/2023

"The most advance software for the AEC industry."

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

The roadmap features. It has offered much more to the construction industry. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Well. I have not countered anything yet. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sohaib M.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

7/28/2022

"Designing and modeling the structure"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

The software is having very good and very easy to use, detailing for the steel structure can be done very good, it's 3D and 2D both modeling software uses for the structure Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

The software is very expansive and taking more time to open and close for the application Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Higher Education

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/12/2023

"Complex Customization for BIM Software"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Able to model complex structural connections rather easily Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Complex customization sometimes make it harder to set Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sabari A.

Chief Executive Officer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

11/11/2021

"Best software for Steel structure design"

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

I like the detailing. like fabrication drawing. we can edit and label it as simple. and it has loading and unloading features. we can check if our product is suited for our vehicle for transportation. I have to say its one of the best software I have ever used for steel detailing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

actually, it's a little bit complicated for numbering. I tried a lot of ways, maybe it's only my opinion. when I recheck the numbering it's all messed up. and I have to redo it. and one more thing about the visualizer we cant export the video i have to screen record it every time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.