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What is MicroStation?
MicroStation by Bentley Systems is the world’s most reliable and versatile CAD software for infrastructure design, empowering engineers and architects to turn vision into reality. It supports every phase of design and documentation—from conceptual sketches to construction-ready drawings—with unmatched precision and scalability. Built on the powerful DGN file format, MicroStation ensures total interoperability, enabling seamless integration with DWG, point-cloud data, and geospatial information systems (GIS). Its geospatially enabled 2D and 3D modeling tools allow users to visualize projects within real-world context, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every stage. Teams benefit from high-performance collaboration, reliable data management, and zero size limitations, making it ideal for both small-scale and large enterprise projects. MicroStation also includes built-in visualization capabilities, helping users create compelling renderings, simulations, and animations for client presentations. Industry-standard compliance ensures every document is ready for stamping and regulatory approval. With the Virtuoso Subscription, users gain access to licensing, training, and technical support—all bundled for simplicity and cost-effectiveness. Trusted by global organizations like the City of Portland and JMC2 in California, MicroStation has proven its value in accelerating project timelines and reducing costs. For professionals seeking precision, flexibility, and reliability in infrastructure design, MicroStation delivers the foundation for success.
What is HighDesign?
With all the essential tools consolidated into a single software, you can effortlessly create and design architectural plans from inception to completion. HighDesign Standard and Pro versions offer the flexibility to enhance the default resource libraries, including line types, hatch patterns, textures, styles, and types. The tools adhere to standard compliance and feature parametric properties that facilitate project annotation, dimensioning, and documentation. Furthermore, HighDesign supports the import and export of projects in various formats such as DXF and DWG 2019, Tiff, Jpeg, Gif, PNG with an alpha channel, and Jpeg. You can maintain an organized project structure that includes views, layers, specialized sheets, and styles, ensuring clarity and efficiency. The intuitive interface of HighDesign simplifies complex tasks and optimizes the accessibility of essential features. Available on both Mac and Windows platforms, HighDesign R6 maintains a consistent interface and feature set across both operating systems. This compatibility not only streamlines file sharing between different machines but also enhances collaboration with external partners, making teamwork more efficient than ever before. As a result, users can focus more on their creative process without the hassle of technical barriers.
Integrations Supported
ARki
Bentley View
GeoHECHMS
GuideSIGN
Guthrie CAD Viewer
HEADS Rail
ImageSite
Intergraph Smart Interop Publisher
Interviews3D
LumenRT
Integrations Supported
ARki
Bentley View
GeoHECHMS
GuideSIGN
Guthrie CAD Viewer
HEADS Rail
ImageSite
Intergraph Smart Interop Publisher
Interviews3D
LumenRT
API Availability
Has API
API Availability
Has API
Pricing Information
$250 per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version
Pricing Information
$199 one-time payment
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version
Supported Platforms
SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux
Supported Platforms
SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux
Customer Service / Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support
Customer Service / Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training
Company Facts
Organization Name
Bentley Systems
Date Founded
1984
Company Location
United States
Company Website
www.bentley.com/
Company Facts
Organization Name
ILEXSOFT
Date Founded
2003
Company Location
Italy
Company Website
www.ilexsoft.com/highdesign/index.html
Categories and Features
3D Architecture
2D Drawing
Animation
BIM Modeling
Component Library
Data Import / Export
Landscape Design
Virtual Tour
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Animation
Annotations
Bill of Materials
Character Modeling
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Data Import / Export
For 3D Printing
For Architects
For Manufacturers
Reference Management
Simulation
Architectural CAD
2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Architectural Symbol Library
Automatic Formatting
BIM Modeling
Comparison View
Design Templates
Drafting
Architecture
2D Drawing
3D Modeling
BIM Modeling
Bills of material
Building Information Modeling
Client Management
Contact Management
Contract Management
Document Management
Drafting
Manufacturing Design Data
Presentation Tools
Project Management
Proposal Management
Quotes/Proposals
Visualization / Presentation
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Simulate Cycles
Spiral Output
Structural Engineering
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)
CAD/CAM Compatibility
Finite Element Analysis
Fluid Dynamics
Import / Export Files
Integrated 3D Modeling
Manufacturing Process Simulation
Mechanical Event Simulation
Multibody Dynamics
Thermal Analysis
Engineering
2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Structural Engineering
Public Works
Billing & Invoicing
Compliance Management
Contract Management
Customer Database
Document Management
Equipment Maintenance
Fixed Asset Management
Job Costing
Project Management
Service Request Management
Work Order Management
Categories and Features
Architecture
2D Drawing
3D Modeling
BIM Modeling
Bills of material
Building Information Modeling
Client Management
Contact Management
Contract Management
Document Management
Drafting
Manufacturing Design Data
Presentation Tools
Project Management
Proposal Management
Quotes/Proposals
Visualization / Presentation