Ratings and Reviews 0 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

This software has no reviews. Be the first to write a review.

Write a Review

Ratings and Reviews 0 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

This software has no reviews. Be the first to write a review.

Write a Review

Alternatives to Consider

  • ActCAD Software Reviews & Ratings
    401 Ratings
    Company Website
  • MicroStation Reviews & Ratings
    592 Ratings
    Company Website
  • SmartDraw Reviews & Ratings
    551 Ratings
    Company Website
  • Cloverleaf Reviews & Ratings
    189 Ratings
    Company Website
  • UTunnel VPN and ZTNA Reviews & Ratings
    118 Ratings
    Company Website
  • DXcharts Reviews & Ratings
    28 Ratings
    Company Website
  • Interfacing Integrated Management System (IMS) Reviews & Ratings
    66 Ratings
    Company Website
  • Ditto Reviews & Ratings
    2 Ratings
    Company Website
  • Shift Reviews & Ratings
    1,375 Ratings
    Company Website
  • Azore CFD Reviews & Ratings
    24 Ratings
    Company Website

What is SOFiCAD?

The formulation of formwork, placement, and shop drawings incorporates all vital elements crucial for structural engineering, such as associative dimensioning, level indicators, hatching, and a range of symbols. It encompasses designs for steel bars and mesh that are adaptable to any reinforcement context, guaranteeing smooth compatibility with AutoCAD and offering settings that can be tailored to align with office standards through various styles. This system facilitates the direct creation of schedules, accommodates user-defined shapes, and allows users to export existing reinforcements for calculations pursuant to the second-order theory. Additionally, it features a polygonal mesh layout and macros specifically designed for the creation of parametric components, with the Macros Module necessitating detailing functionalities. Furthermore, it supplies detailed check, production, and layout plans that are tailored for BAMTEC customized reinforcement carpets. This capability permits the automated production of reinforcement carpets, consolidating all required drawings into a single file, enabling subsequent area arrangements, and providing extensive editing options for different area specifications based on values, diameter, and the count of bars. Users can also effortlessly adjust the designs according to particular project requirements, thus ensuring optimal flexibility in structural design and planning. This comprehensive system not only enhances efficiency but also promotes accuracy and adaptability in the engineering workflow.

What is IDEA Architecture?

IDEA Architecture offers advanced 3D BIM modeling while providing an interface reminiscent of AutoCAD, enabling users to apply fundamental 2D commands such as polylines, entity snaps, and copy functions for the seamless creation of 3D models leveraging our vast library of 3D BIM objects. By simply sketching floor plans using the intuitive, parametric objects available in our AutoBLD menu, IDEA Architecture can automatically produce the corresponding 3D representation. With a quick double-click, users can easily access and modify the properties of any object, ensuring a smooth workflow. What sets IDEA Architecture apart from other BIM solutions is its use of DWG as the primary file format and its ability to convert 3D BIM objects into simple vectors that can be readily viewed and edited in AutoCAD®. This level of compatibility facilitates the sharing of both 2D and 3D files among a diverse array of CAD users. Additionally, our architectural software integrates all the features of 4MCAD, which serves as an effective alternative to AutoCAD®, providing a versatile and comprehensive design experience. By merging user-friendly commands with robust functionalities, IDEA Architecture efficiently simplifies the transition from 2D to 3D design, making it a valuable tool for architects and designers alike. Ultimately, this software empowers users to create innovative designs with greater efficiency and precision.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

AutoCAD
SOFiSTiK

Integrations Supported

AutoCAD
SOFiSTiK

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$90 per user per month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

$1,395 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

SOFiSTiK

Company Location

Germany

Company Website

www.sofistik.com/products/bim-cad/soficad/

Company Facts

Organization Name

4M

Date Founded

1986

Company Location

Greece

Company Website

www.4msa.com

Categories and Features

Architectural CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Architectural Symbol Library
Automatic Formatting
BIM Modeling
Comparison View
Design Templates
Drafting

Categories and Features

3D Architecture

2D Drawing
Animation
BIM Modeling
Component Library
Data Import / Export
Landscape Design
Virtual Tour

Architectural CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Architectural Symbol Library
Automatic Formatting
BIM Modeling
Comparison View
Design Templates
Drafting

Popular Alternatives

123Build Reviews & Ratings

123Build

Buildsoft

Popular Alternatives

AutoCAD Reviews & Ratings

AutoCAD

Autodesk
LIRA-SAPR Reviews & Ratings

LIRA-SAPR

LIRALAND Group
VisualARQ Reviews & Ratings

VisualARQ

ASUNI
ProSteel Reviews & Ratings

ProSteel

Bentley
ArCADia BIM  Reviews & Ratings

ArCADia BIM

ArCADiasoft