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)

Solution Type

Best-of-Breed

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Perceived Cost

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Ravindu G.

Project Estimator

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

Originally submitted 10/16/2020

"Best software for Structural Steel Trades"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

User friendly interface and easy to learn

Thousands and Millions of steel sections and types of steel connections. Easy to change edit steel connections Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Difficult to model non standard shapes. E.g. Radial plate Fabricated shafts with internal stiffeners Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

For Designing, Estimating, Fabricating and Erection of Structural Steel work Tekla is the best solution. Working as a Structural steel estimator Tekla models are easy to use, navigate and take off quantities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Tekla online support is a greater way to get answers to your questions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Bojan P.

BIM Manager, Tekla Specialist

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

10/15/2020

"Tekla Specialist, BIM Manager"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Modularity.. Possibility to change and make custom components and application. Sharing models in cloud and working in multi user environment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Price, Support.. Maybe a little bit strange interface for new users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

Very good detailing software.. It takes investments in learning and license, but in the end, benefits are very high. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

I have done many projects in steel and concrete.. From my home office, from office and from vacation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Obaida A.

civil engineer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

Originally submitted 9/25/2020

"tekla is the solution ."

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

i like that tekla can solve hard models and easy to use and you can learn it fast, also many advantages, the most important of which is the work and output of the construction panels and the shop drawing board for metal installations due to the large number of connections in these facilities and the program makes all the required details Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

i really dont like the big size of the program when i downloaded it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ramūnas S.

Project Engineer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/21/2020

"Drafting engineer"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Quick and convenient separate part drafting. Lots of tools that helps quickly operate repetitive drawings with minimal adjustments Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Delays that takes place when saving a model when multiple people are working on it at the same time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

To have some experienced user beside you because that is a program with lots of possibilities which you might get lost at Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

It helps to provide latest revision drawings to the manufacturer with no errors and eliminated chances to produce the same element twice Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Stelios K.

Product Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/22/2020

"Mechanical Designer"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

NC Files, Shop Drawings, Reports, Clash Check Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Change and refresh drawings (2d) after revisions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

All the benefits that you have to earn in comparison with other 3d software. You have to check your construction in the less of your time. Also you can earn time using NC Files, Reports & Shop Drawings using standard attributes for your template. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

From clash check avoiding problem on the site, and the best understanding of the general arrangement plan Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ahmed M.

Structural Engineer

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/17/2020

"The best software for steel structure detailing"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

The quick components between elements to make connections Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Shortage in concrete elements in the software Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

Use the help of the software and the tutorial video to understand the capabilities of the software Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

I had one project I must finalize in 1 week and with help of Tekla I made it on time and the clash detection helped me in my review Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Construction

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/16/2020

"10"

5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

Making connections and components Modelling Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Automatically numbering for precast elements Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

One of the best modelling software I have ever seen in my life, if you model a building you will never want to use another. Friendly use, automatic, zero mistakes I highly recommend. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Modelling building and generate shop drawings in Tekla to avoid mistakes Consume more time than other modelling software Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Construction

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/21/2020

"Have studied a course in my Master degree, and also promoted my study by practicing and taking"

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

I think the most useful thing I like is easy to use, and straightforward command, analysis and drawing bars. It is also compatible with other design products such as Autodesk products. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

The only thing I dislike is when I transfer it to another design software, I sometimes lose some data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Tekla Structures:

I always recommend this software to my colleagues as it is easy to use and has such an amazing platform for steel structural sections, analyzing, and drawings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

I am always analyzing the loads and finding the reactions on columns. In addition, it helps me to find the proper sections of different structural elements such as beams, columns, and so on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

3/13/2021

Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.

"steel structure"

3.5/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

for steel structure detailing and quantity Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

not included tho egyptian code for details and design Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mindaugas A.

Project Development Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/15/2020

"Project BIM manager"

4/5

What do you like best about Tekla Structures?

I could say tekla is very good software for concrete reinforcement, especially prefab concrete because of same objects match, details, simplicity of working with Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Tekla Structures?

Difficult startup for new employees, struggle with elements numbering Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.