--- title: "ARCHICAD Pricing 2026 | Capterra" description: "Learn more about ARCHICAD pricing plans including starting price, free versions and trials." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/pricing/" page_type: "pricing" language: "en" --- # ARCHICAD Pricing - Overall rating: 4.4 out of 5 from [280 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/reviews/) - Starting at $33.33 per month - Free trial: Available - Free version: Available - Credit card required: No --- ## How much does ARCHICAD cost? ARCHICAD has **1 plan**. The pricing **starts at $33.33 per user per month** with a free plan available. ### Archicad Solo - Price: $33.33 - Billing: Per User, Per Month #### Archicad Solo plan includes: - Annual Billing --- ## Is ARCHICAD worth the price? ### Value for Money - Overall rating: 4.1 out of 5 - Good or excellent value for money: 73% AI summary based on 26 value-for-money rating reviews: Some reviewers find ARCHICAD to be a cost-effective alternative to other drafting programs, especially given recent changes in the pricing structures of competitive software. They say it offers good value for money with its comprehensive drafting features and the ability to handle large projects without issues. However, some users report that the software is expensive, particularly when considering the cost of the professional package and the additional fees for yearly subscriptions and updates. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of use: 4.2 - Customer service: 4.3 - Features: 4.4 - Ease of deployment: 4.3 - Likelihood to recommend: 72% Based on 280 total ARCHICAD reviews. --- ## How does ARCHICAD compare to other alternatives? ARCHICAD starts at $33.33 per user per month. Explore how its pricing and plan options compare with top alternatives below. ARCHICAD pricing comparison | Product | Plans | Starting price | Free version | Free trial | Value for Money | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | ARCHICAD — 4.4 out of 5 ([280 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/reviews/)) | 1 plan | $33.33 /user/mo | Available | Available | 4.1 | | [Enscape](https://www.capterra.com/p/207052/Enscape/) — 4.4 out of 5 ([72 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/207052/Enscape/reviews/)) | 3 plans | $52.90 /yr | Not available | Available | 4.2 | | [Design Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/218525/2020-Design-Live/) — 4.3 out of 5 ([357 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/218525/2020-Design-Live/reviews/)) | 1 plan | Not available | Not available | Not available | 3.9 | | [Programa](https://www.capterra.com/p/248518/Programa/) — 4.8 out of 5 ([73 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/248518/Programa/reviews/)) | 1 plan | Not available | Not available | Available | 4.7 | | [RIB SpecLink](https://www.capterra.com/p/267349/SpecLink/) — 4.5 out of 5 ([118 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/267349/SpecLink/reviews/)) | 1 plan | Not available | Not available | Available | 4.3 | --- ## What reviewers say about ARCHICAD's pricing ### What they like - **ARCHICAD to be a cost-effective alternative to other drafting programs** Especially given recent changes in the pricing structures of competitive software. They say it offers good value for money with its comprehensive drafting features and the ability to handle large projects without issues. - **The availability of a free student version** Which makes it accessible for both professionals and students. They think the software's affordable acquisition price and reasonable costs make it a worthwhile investment. - **ARCHICAD allows them to avoid high subscription fees associated with other software** ### What holds them back - **The software is expensive** Particularly when considering the cost of the professional package and the additional fees for yearly subscriptions and updates. They feel the constantly changing licensing system makes it unaffordable for small practitioners and solo practices. - **The high cost is a significant drawback** Especially for self-employed engineers and small businesses. ## Price & value in reviewers' words * * * 1 out of 5 stars > "Due to the constantly changing licensing system, you essentially end up purchasing the software new every few years making it unaffordable for small practitioners." Reviewer: Jared H. Role: Owner * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "To pricey.the priceing is jut too much affect solo practices who cant afford it" Reviewer: Malvin S. Role: Architect [Check all reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/2018/ArchiCAD/reviews/)