# PlusSpec Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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 PlusSpec Software Review 2026: Features, Reviews, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 13, 2026

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PlusSpec

## What is PlusSpec?

Virtual designing and construction solution that allows businesses to design 3D BIM models using media library, data import and more.

## What is PlusSpec used for?

[3D CAD](https://www.capterra.com/3d-cad-software/)[3D Architecture](https://www.capterra.com/3d-architecture-software/)[Residential Construction Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/residential-construction-estimating-software/)

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Overall rating

Based on 4 user reviews

Reviews sentiment

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Starting price

A$990

Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial  
available

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## Compare with a popular alternative

Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status.

### PlusSpec

4.8 (4)

VS.

[4.5 (342)](https://www.capterra.com/p/164681/Onshape/reviews/)

Starting Price

A$990

Flat Rate, Per Year

Starting Price

$1500

Per User, Per Year

Free Trial

Free Version

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

5.0 (4)

Ease Of Use

4.5 (37)

Value For Money

5.0 (4)

Value For Money

4.5 (34)

Customer Service

4.8 (4)

Customer Service

4.7 (35)

## PlusSpec alternatives

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Starting price

$320.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

90%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Tekla Structures](https://www.capterra.com/p/92964/Tekla-Structures/)

[4.4 (37)](https://www.capterra.com/p/92964/Tekla-Structures/reviews/)

Starting price

Contact vendor for pricing

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

92%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/92964/Tekla-Structures/)

[ActCAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/168061/ACTCAD-Professional/)

[4.2 (214)](https://www.capterra.com/p/168061/ACTCAD-Professional/reviews/)

Starting price

$249.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

84%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/168061/ACTCAD-Professional/)

Highest Rated

[AutoCAD](https://www.capterra.com/p/265024/AutoCAD/)

[4.7 (3,208)](https://www.capterra.com/p/265024/AutoCAD/reviews/)

Starting price

$250.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

97%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/265024/AutoCAD/)

## FAQs about PlusSpec

Overview

### What company size and specific industries is PlusSpec built for?

PlusSpec is designed for architects and construction professionals, particularly firms that need on-premise 3D BIM design and project management tools. It suits small to mid-sized architecture and construction teams that work with media libraries, data import, and building model development.

Features and Usability

### What are the key features of PlusSpec?

PlusSpec offers estimating, 2D Drawing, 3D Imaging, and BIM Modeling for building design workflows. It also includes CAD Tools, Bill of Materials Management, Change Management, and Document Management, plus Collaboration Tools, Design Analysis, Data Import/Export, and Reporting/Analytics for project coordination and design data handling.

Getting Started and Support

### What training and onboarding options does PlusSpec offer?

PlusSpec provides live online sessions and webinars to help teams get started. Live online sessions support guided, real-time training, while webinars offer scheduled group instruction and product overviews for users who want structured learning from a presenter.

Getting Started and Support

### What customer support options does PlusSpec offer?

PlusSpec provides chat support for customers who need help with the product. No reviewer feedback about support experience is available, so response speed, helpfulness, and common issues cannot be assessed from user comments.

## Features

Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically.

2D Drawing

Drawing and modeling designs within 2D flat dimensions

3D Imaging

Representation of any object in 3D

BIM Modeling

3D design and modeling tool enabling a virtual information model

CAD Tools

Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations

Change Management

Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

Collaboration Tools

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

PlusSpec 18 features

Drawing and modeling designs within 2D flat dimensions

Representation of any object in 3D

3D design and modeling tool enabling a virtual information model

Computer aided design to create precision drawings or technical illustrations

Track and monitor efficient handling of all changes/transitions

Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together

Database of components and materials used in design templates

Import and export data to and from software applications

Simulate physical behavior for a design or structure

Helps create, plan and design construction models for AEC businesses

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Estimate expected cost based on various factors before a project begins

Designed for 3D printing purposes

Intended to be used by architects

Access to a library of manufacturing parts, models, and specs

Share and present designs

Plan and coordinate all the resources, costs and time needed to execute assignments

View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data

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Features

4.8 (4)

4.8

Based on 4 reviews

## Pricing

Value for money

5.0 (4)

Free Trial

Basic

A$990.00

Flat Rate,Per Year

Value for money

5.0 (4)

5.0

Based on 4 reviews

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## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.8 (4)

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

Customer Service

4.8 (4)

4.8

Based on 4 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.8

Based on 4 reviews

Filter by rating

5(3)

4(1)

3(0)

2(0)

1(0)

Mentioned topic

Sorted by most recent

MK

Max K.

Desginer-Builder

Design

### "Quick and Easy to Learn"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

4.0

4.0

Customer Service

4.0

4.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

April 6, 2020

My overall experience with PlusSpec is positive. It saves me days of time. Time is money and it pays itself off 3 times over

Pros

PlusSpec is very quick to learn because of how many tutorials are readily available and it saved me so many hours. It has a very detailed BOQ that is accurate. A BOQ without Plusspec can take days.

Cons

No one is a fan of paying $900 for computer software but once you see the capabilities of this you will not regret it.

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Richard T.

Builder

Architecture & Planning

### "It did not take me long to learn the video training was great"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

December 21, 2017

faster drawing and a better understanding of the cost, I particularly like that my customers understand 3d models as it makes it easier to communicate what I am building for them and why .

Pros

I draw by hand and import my concepts into Plusspec and then trace. I get a full 3D model to show my clients, and I also use the bill of quantities to work out the feasibility of the project. Sometimes I send the model back to CAD yet in 2018 I plan on using Layout in Sketchup pro

Cons

I would like it if it had a rendering function for photorealism yet I am using Thea render to do this inside Sketchup

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TD

Tyler D.

Owner

Construction

### "I wish I found out about this earlier."

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

September 20, 2016

I have been designing and building for 17 years, I took a week off with a leg injury and decided to work on improving my skills/business. I am not great with computers however I found PlusSpec easy to use. It took me less than a week to get good at it as the tutorials are built in and easy to follow. I am now drawing houses in and structurein 3D and walking my clients through them, which has essentialy allowed me to covert more work. The best thing is you can associate prices with everything that is drawn and give a price to build based on a 3D model.

Pros

I think it is the ease of use combined with the detail and output of information. The updates are free and it allows me to do so much more inside of Sketchup. I can design in 3D and produce 2D details, plans and elevations for construction docs.

Cons

The software is subscription based, it costs just under $20 per week. Initially this was a deal breaker yet after doing the trial & seeing what it does it is worth it.

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MG

Murray G.

QS

Construction

### "Revolution in Estimating"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

August 17, 2016

As an estimator familiar with other on screen takeoff systems I found this to be a quantum leap ahead. Very good & relatively easy to learm. Saves alot of time producing takeoffs and estimates

Pros

The visual experience is second to none. It actually gives very accurate takeoffs.

Cons

That more people haven't picked up on it. You still need to use your builders ingenuity to finesse your estimates when it comes to preliminary and general items and waste factors.

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