# Page 9 | Autodesk Forma Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 9 - Is Autodesk Forma the right Electrical Contractor solution for you? Explore 2206 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/218046/Autodesk-Construction-Cloud/reviews --- Autodesk Forma 4.3 (2206) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/218046/Autodesk-Construction-Cloud/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated April 1st, 2026 # Page 9 - Reviews of Autodesk Forma ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 201-225 of 2206 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use CT Charlie T. Project Engineer Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "PlanGrid Review- " November 13, 2018 5.0 Overall the software is an amazing tool for Construction projects. The ability to manage one project in one space is unmatched. Pros The best things about the software are: 1) The ability to have unlimited sheets 2) The easy upload of new sheets and the accessibility of Revs 1/ 2/ 3, etc. with a simple swipe 3) Support team always fast and helpful 4) The ability to create issues and tag multiple linked accounts to the same issue 5) The ability to create reports from RFIs, Issues, logo upload etc. to PDF, Excel documents and how immersive the reports are, from the organization of the issues and photos (very professional) 6) The ability to upload documents and attach them where needed for example RFI's 7) All the editing tools for Mark-ups within sheets. 8) How easy to publish and unpublish content as Admin Cons The least favorite things about the software are: 1) All though the cross platform from Web/Mac/ Windows/ Mobile options are great, the experience of cross platforms are not consistent throughout. Some features are available on some platforms and not in others 2) Constant out of sync updating on Mobile/ Desktop versions 3) Different software bugs across platforms (but its understandable) Review Source GT Gary T. Project Manager Civil Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best site software I've used in 30 years" March 8, 2019 5.0 Great product which just keeps getting better I would recommend the product and support to anyone. It will improve workflow and efficiency on any multi-disciplinary project. As a freelance consultant the first thing I recommend on any new project is PlanGrid. Pros It covers pretty much all aspects of what you want to use reports, data and drawings on site. It's also been extremely useful in the design process as well as helping close out on snagging issues. Cons It's not a document management system in it's trueset form though the document handling is very useful especially through the RFI process. I think the access approval system could still do with a tweak but we have found a workaround for AFC production drawings. Also if you are looking for mass rollout then the price can be on the high side. I honestly think a reduction in price would see a massive uptake in licences. I'd love every supervisor on my site to have a licence but the cost is just too much. We've purchased ten licences where I'd really would have purchased 40-50. Review Source Rick W. Field Superintendent Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Plangrid for the foreman" November 7, 2018 5.0 PlanGrid is now used at all our projects; it does make sure all information is to our foreman in a timely fashion not 2-3 day later or stuck in their inbox. Pros It is very user friendly; the ease of using the pages are just like reading the prints only faster. You can navigate to get to a certain detail in half the time if you were thumbing through the drawings. It also great for documentation of issues that are affecting your production. We can set up the task list and quality control the floor and have it to the GC by the end of the day. Cons It would be great if you could send more than one field report at a time from the App. Review Source SS Sukumar S. Design Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Top 1 cloud based modelling tool" May 18, 2023 4.0 Pros Cloud based user friendly graphical interface Cons Since cloud based requires stable internet connection and fear of lossing data Review Source KW Krystal W. Software analyst Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best cloud ever" September 27, 2022 4.0 It was great My overall experience was great with it thanks it was a great thing to use so please use it great project to work on Pros What I like most about it it backed up all my data for over the years I've used it and my files like when I found my taxes and save them to my PDF drive it was all great so use it Cons Timely matter when it comes to not having Wi-Fi to use it but other than that it's great Review Source VR Verified Reviewer BIM/VDC Engineer Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Brilliant but Tempermental" May 3, 2018 4.0 ALL construction parties have access under our Subscription. Allows all parties to review Construction issues and BIM's without purchasing expensive Navisworks seats. Pros The interoperability between various other Autodesk Softwares with two way communication from Design to Coordination to Field implementation and back around the bend to the authoring design software. Limitless customization. Cons It is VERY unforgiving when you make a mistake or need to change how something is categorized. The features that are most prone to this or require a "ground up" revamp to change are not clearly listed anywhere. Review Source RB Regie B. Project Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Great Tool that saves me tremendous time......" November 7, 2018 5.0 When we start a construction project now we invite the entire team. Designers, Owners, subcontractors, and vendors to our project folder. Now we can rest easy knowing that everyone is using the most current documents as the project is constructed. Our superintendents keep their daily reports on PlanGrid. Our safety inspections and meetings are kept on PlanGrid. Submittals, RFIs, project photos, drawings, and finally our Punchlist. It save a ton of time and money having this as a single source to keep all this project information in one place. Pros PlanGrid allows me to keep all my construction contract documents all in one place. In the past various versions of drawings, specs, submittals, RFI's, etc would be stored in various places and you could never be sure if you were in fact looking at the latest versions. PlanGrid takes that problem away and when collaborating with your team you can be sure that everyone is operating from the same sheet of music. Cons There are a few minor quirks that I have asked PlanGrid's support folks to look into correcting. Over the past few years I have shared many items with them that I would like to see changed or updated. They have most definitely listened and the product continuously gets better. Thanks PlanGrid! Review Source aG arkangshu G. Owner Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "I recommend everyone to use Autodesk Construction Cloud" April 2, 2024 5.0 Pros The most I like about Autodesk Construction Cloud is its seamless collaboration tools. Cons The least i like about Autodesk Construction Cloud is its limited customization option. Review Source AO Adolphe O. electrical engineer Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "autodesk review" December 15, 2023 5.0 Pros The service quality was truly exceptional Cons the software is very substantial and navigating can be challenging Review Source CW Craig W. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "BIM 360 Works well and continues to improve." January 31, 2017 5.0 I have been using the BIM 360 software on my large construction site (1+ B) for the last 9 months. We use it for our own punchlist tracking as well as tracking completion lists and punch lists created for us by others. We chose it over other options due to the ability to import out of other software programs directly into BIM 360 to add their reports into 1 location and then distribute to subcontractors and internally from there to fix deficiencies. It does the tracking, importing, markups of pictures and document viewing well and it suites our needs. My biggest concern with the software is the interface needs improvement to be closer to a cell phone / icon based when using iPads in the field. The interface is not bad, but when working with skilled tradesmen who don't often utilize technology I find some of the software is confusing to some of them. A more icon-driven interface I believe would help that problem and allow some of these users to get more out of the software, and not be quite so intimidated. One of our biggest hurdles was simply getting them to use it as they were afraid they would "mess up the job". Once they understood where to go and how to use it they quickly became comfortable but I can understand that maybe not every company would spend the time. We ended up getting a class going for these users and writing a visual guide for the users to follow along with. After a few days, the guides were no longer needed. Pros Able to easily punch list and review all areas of our job site. Tracking and time stamping is fantastic for documenting the job site conditions and tracking days to close. Cons Software interface could use some work so that less tech savvy people can pick up the software faster and cut down on training time. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Engineer Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BIM 360 Collaboration" January 4, 2019 5.0 BIM 360 benefits me because i am working on a massive project. It allows all parties to collaborate well and access any needed models. Things we struggle with are utilizing the models through the BIM 360 Desktop app. Persons who do not have a "BIM" computer have issues with flying through the model. It will freeze/crash after a while. Pros Its easy access for everybody who will be working on a huge project. Good way to collaborate. Cons The software doesnt allow great support for non BIM people. This software is cloud based and if your internet can support the quality of the model your type computer should not matter. Review Source luis M. senior Retail Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Luis review of Autodesk" April 27, 2023 5.0 Pros is a complete tool that offers several useful features Cons to be honest the price, but it is a very useful tool even Review Source Pat K. As Built Coordinator Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Overall a good experience" May 3, 2018 4.0 Being able to open up the model information to the field, owner, subs, design team and management teams. Pros Ability for all of the team to have access to the model information in the field. The ease at navigating the model for all users. Love being able to put together separate merge models for specific field use purposes. Cons Issue with model files being deleted and having the clash detection information disappears. When the model file is re-uploaded the clash detection need to be re-run, re-grouped and reviewed for if it is a old or new clash Review Source Joseph H. Plans and Permit Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Bring all your plans with you" February 15, 2019 5.0 The biggest overall wow-ness factor is the reduction of printing costs associated with projects that are always being updated. Pros This software allows all my superintendents to have the same plans with them in the field on their iPad as I see on AUTOCAD in the office. It allows them to markup plans where needed for review, or to ask specific questions. You can overlay a prior version of the plan with a newer version to see the changes easily. The plan sets are compact in size and the update process very easy. The reduction in paper work and printing of plans has been a huge savings. Cons I wish there was an update "all" button to ease the going thru all the projects and requesting individual updates. Review Source BK Barbara K. Sr. Project Coordinator Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent product" November 16, 2022 5.0 They have elaborated on PlanGrid to incorporate quite a few other tasks, instead of just drawing management. Pros Ease of setting up projects, uploading submittals, RFIs. Field use as well as office use Cons Keep changing (improving) software, so sometimes hard to keep up with the improvements and how to manage. Alternatives considered [Procore](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/) Reason for choosing Autodesk Forma ease of use Review Source LO Lee O. Manufacturing Guru Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Autodesk is very nice!" June 30, 2022 5.0 Pros ease of use and array of functions for use Cons cost versus value is great but could be better Review Source LS Likando S. Director Business Supplies and Equipment Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Effectiveness of autodesk" March 27, 2023 4.0 Its great experience . It makes one explore more about the soft ware Pros Interface of the soft wars is great construction of the Autodesk is user friendly Cons Installation are not user friendly The interface is very longIt hasalot security features Review Source GM German M. Architect Construction Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "A new user for estimates and takeoffs" November 4, 2022 5.0 Autodesk construction cloud, the takeoff tool, is helping my and my client to improve accuracy and spend less time making takeoffs and estimates Pros The easy, the way you can track the information you make, the powerful tools for viewing 3d models Cons Maybe I need more information in how to edit my classification systems in the step of package Switched from [STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/) Stack is a little bit more expensive, and also, Autodesk is a very reliable brand in my opinion Review Source JB Jared B. BIM Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good Stuff" April 10, 2017 4.0 Pros: Easy to use for those that don't use BIM Software everyday. Cross Platform Use Easy for upload/download across many machines/users (Vs regular cloud) Can use many filetypes. Same data is there across all platforms. Cons: UI for those of us that use Navis on the regular. Won't let you glue out of AutoCAD always. Causes crashes. Must have the AutoCAD file closed if you are trying to glue off the desktop app. Navigation on iPads is a bit hard to learn at first for field staff. iPad model updates are spotty. I field many phone calls from field staff in regards to models not being available. Overall Great Product though! Has greatly improved our workflow over the past 2/3 years. Pros Cross Platform Use, Easy to use for non computer users. Same data across platforms. We use as a cloud storage for files across offices and detailers. Cons UI for those of us that use Navis on the regular. Won't let you glue out of AutoCAD always. Causes crashes. Must have the AutoCAD file closed if you are trying to glue off the desktop app. Navigation on iPads is a bit hard to learn at first for field staff. iPad model updates are spotty. I field many phone calls from field staff in regards to models not being available. Review Source AT Ahmed T. Professor Assistant Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Connecting data, workflows, and teams" January 8, 2024 5.0 Pros I use Autodesk Construction Cloud to teach students how to get the construction teams focused and collaborate through data and workflows into their final goal and aims, thanks to the different managment modules Cons I like everything about Autodesk Construction Cloud Review Source MV Michael V. Commissioning Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "We use this software to document field conditions using checklists and to monitor issues. " August 8, 2017 1.0 Everyone can see it from anywhere. Issues can be closed from anywhere. Pros I like that you can take a picture with the iPad and it tracks through everything. The issues are closed across the board as they are closed in the field and it can allow great communication between the contractors and engineers Cons The software is clunky at best. Rediculously slow and unworkable at worst. The program is incredibly complicated and Autodesk offered little assistance unless we were willing to pay exorbitant amounts of money. That is not a viable business model, having followers with no idea how to use the program puts it at a disadvantage compared to CxAlloy which I find to be much more user friendly. There are too many options to wrap your head around, then frustrating nuances that nearly ruin the program (why can't you unselect a choice in a checklist?). B3F is rediculously powerful, but if no one knows how to properly use it we end up spending more time figuring it out and struggling to extract useful information than any amount of time saved. Countless hours have been spent trying to glean useful information from the checklists and there is no pretty way to export them from it. The lack of useful exporting is the final nail in the coffin Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Project Engineer Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "PlanGrid" December 12, 2019 5.0 We are managing work and utilizing clear, effective communication in the field all because of plangrid Pros This software is an absolute lifesaver when it comes to field management and quality control. We use this daily as it is the most precise tool I've found for documenting work in place. The communication tools within are top notch as well. Cons Some improvements that could be made: Auto assign who the task is assigned to per stamp Auto assign due dates coordinated with walk date Aside from that there is a lot of raw data that can be collected with this tool which is very useful for understanding trends in work among different trades Review Source LR Leonardo R. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The new way to model" December 18, 2019 5.0 For a designer or a builder is like a never getting old toy. Pros When I had to tenderized before BIM, it was a whole journey, design on Cad, transfer and convert to sketchup, rhino and Revit, with BIM just attach your planes, and you're good to go and take to virtual reality, what you are imagine as it is. Cons It will keep improving, don't change the platform with each software update. Alternatives considered [Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/)[SketchUp](https://www.capterra.com/p/211798/SketchUp/) Reason for choosing Autodesk Forma Had to give it a try, if you don't risk you don't win Switched from [Revit](https://www.capterra.com/p/265023/Revit/) Easier and faster way to renderize in good quality. Review Source CO Christopher O. Student Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A reliable project management software for anyone" February 23, 2023 4.0 Some years back I was in need of a product that comprises of project management, construction management and cloud storage. After surfing the internet I came across Autodesk construction cloud and decided to give it a try and it has been a great experience. There are some certain features I have tried out yet and I hope to do so in the future Pros The design layout of the software looks great and it's cloud storage feature which allows users to upload and share construction plans, projects, documents and others is one reason I use the software Cons With my one year plus experience I really don't have any complaints about the software. I am totally satisfied with the results I get from it Review Source KS Kate S. HSE Coordinator Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "BIM is a brilliant resource for managing and monitoring all Safety, Quality and Defects Aspects. " August 17, 2017 3.0 It allows me to be more active on the construction site to monitor and manage safety of all workers, while completing administration tasks effectively. It allows me to track the service records of plant on site and materials safety data sheets. It helps me to report information and access historical data quickly. Pros It allows management to be more active on site while achieving the administration tasks. It efficiently monitors the service verification of plant & equipment on site. Issues can be raised immediately with photographs & maps to clearly outline the problems for assigned SC's. The real time data allows to track progress and achieve targets. Cons There is limited storage space & battery life on the ipads. It takes a long time for the sync process to complete. Some information may not sync correctly during transistion from internal wifi hotspot to external mobile phone hotspot. If there barcodes on plant / defect areas are damaged the scanner will not detect the barcode to obtain the information. User error can lead to blurred images or incorrectly use of the different tasks / checklist / equipment. If you create a checklist first without being linked to a specific task or item equipment, this checklist cannot be later linked to that correct task or equipment. 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