ActCAD Software vs. MicroStation Comparison


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About ActCAD is a native dwg/dxf cad software suitable for professional 2D drafting and 3D modeling projects. ActCAD is trusted by over 30000 users in over 103 countries for more than 10 years. The interface, commands, icons, dialogs, shortcuts etc. are very much similar to other popular cad software tools available in market. Flexible license types available even for single license. There is no learning for existing cad users while saving 80% of the costs. ActCAD offers free email technical support without any limitations. ActCAD can be fully customized and programs can be developed using our free API toolkit. It supports popular programming languages like , lisp dcl, .net, C++ etc. Apart from all regular commands, ActCAD offers many productive tools like pdf to cad converter, Block libraries, Image to Cad converter, handling point sets between Cad and Excel and many more. ActCAD is suitable for any high end professional projects in the domains of Architecture, Civil, Mechanical,Automotive		About MicroStation is the trusted CAD software purpose-built for the design, modeling, and management of global infrastructure projects. Known for its extreme scalability, MicroStation empowers engineering professionals to deliver precise 2D and 3D deliverables for projects of any size or complexity. A key differentiator is its industry-leading interoperability; users can integrate a massive variety of data types, including DWG, IFC, and SHP, without the need for risky data conversions or translations. By providing a single environment for various project elements, it ensures secure and effective deliverables across the entire project lifecycle. Whether you are an engineer, architect, or GIS professional, MicroStation provides the flexibility and power needed to turn a vision into a sustainable reality while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity.
Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook		Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook
Audience Architects, Engineers, Construction (AEC) and Technical Consultants		Audience Architects, engineers, construction professionals, CAD managers, BIM managers, project managers, drafters, documenters, visualization experts. Anyone who uses CAD to design, build and operate infrastructure assets, marine/naval, or industrial/plant drafting.
Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online		Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online
API Offers API		API Offers API
Screenshots and Videos View more images or videos		Screenshots and Videos View more images or videos
Pricing $249.00/one-time/user ActCAD 2027 Standard (2D) Software: $249/- Free Version Free Trial		Pricing $1,208 per year Pricing details: MicroStation on SELECT Starting Price: $1,208 per year Best For: Organizations requiring flexible licensing and continuous support. Key Features: This subscription includes license pooling, which allows users to share licenses across multiple computers. It provides access to software upgrades, technical support, and the ability to use "Term Licenses" to pay for additional software as needed without upfront perpetual costs. MicroStation Virtuoso (Practitioner License) Starting Price: $2,656 per year Best For: Individual practitioners or teams that need both software and expert training. Key Features: This 12-month named-user license is sold through Bentley’s Virtuosity eStore. It includes two "Virtuosity Keys" per license. These keys are credits that can be redeemed for expert services, such as 1-on-1 mentoring, customized training courses, and tailored on-demand learning to help users "hit the ground running." MicroStation Enterprise 365 Starting Price: Custom Quote Best For: Large organizations requiring comprehensive access to the Bentley portfolio. Key Features: This program provides unlimited access to Bentley’s infrastructure applications. Licenses are typically managed on a "per-day" basis for named users or unique machines. It is designed to scale with the organization, offering global pricing and simplified administration for multidisciplinary teams. MicroStation for Education Starting Price: $0 for Students / $1,500 for Institutional Units Best For: Students, educators, and academic institutions. Key Features: Individual students and faculty members can generally access MicroStation for free through the Bentley Education portal. For university departments, an annual flat fee provides unlimited installations for use in labs and administrative units. Free Version Free Trial
Reviews/Ratings Overall 4.6 / 5 ease 4.5 / 5 features 4.5 / 5 design 4.5 / 5 support 4.4 / 5 Read all reviews		Reviews/Ratings Overall 5.0 / 5 ease 5.0 / 5 features 5.0 / 5 design 5.0 / 5 support 5.0 / 5 Read all reviews
Pros from Real Users Pros I used AutoCAD and DriftSight prior to ACTCAD. It was easy to learn the interface and transition over. The pdf converter is by far the best I've worked with. ACTCAD has all the good features of AutoCAD and DraftSight and none of the bad. I recently received support from Raju at ACTCAD, and I must say, the service was exceptional. Raju was prompt, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He quickly resolved my issue and went above and beyond to ensure I was satisfied with the solution. Highly recommend ACTCAD and their outstanding support team! Very intuitive software like AutoCAD, BricsCAD, GstarCAD. All command are the same like in AutoCAD. ActCAD is a versatile and user-friendly CAD software that stands out for its affordability and powerful features, making it an excellent choice for professionals and students alike. ActCAD is a robust and cost-effective CAD software that excels in providing a comprehensive suite of tools for 2D drafting and 3D modeling. One of its standout features is its compatibility with the industry-standard DWG and DXF file formats, ensuring seamless collaboration with other CAD applications. ActCAD also offers a user-friendly interface, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced professionals. Thank you for the swift response and optimized version is efficient. Hope it will run smooth. Thank you Udith for your truck load of patience. Good software no major learning curve for new inductees. Backed by solid IntelliCAD platform. Looking forward for an AutocCAD Electrical alternative based on this platform. Full featured AutoCAD equivalent at a reasonable price. I needed support to move it to a newer computer and the support was excellent. For many years I have used professional CAD program which I have also used to prepare my personal drawings (Car Wiring / model railway / house extension) With retirement, I needed a decent CAD program that I could purchase outright instead of paying an annual (expensive) licence fee. ActCAD has met all my requirements & enabled me to continue updating my car wiring diagrams for Triumph TR7's which are distributed world wide under an open source licence. I liked the simplicity of interface and the size of the software itself, which helps us to run it in lower configuration PC too. It is 70% more or less like AutoCAD.		Pros from Real Users Pros Integrated package with lots of features and a tremendously more intuitive and user friendly interface and lots of power in modeling, and it reads and works on so many other software formats. I can open a DWG, do my work, save t, and nobody knows I did it on MicroStation. They just see the work done. Although expensive, it is not more expensive than the other serious packages but so much more efficient. It saves me hours and my productivity is paying off so quickly against the cost.
Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person		Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person
Company Information Jytra Technology Solutions Founded: 2006 India actcad.com		Company Information Bentley Systems Founded: 1984 United States www.bentley.com/
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Categories 3D Modeling Architectural CAD Architecture CAD CAD Libraries CAD Viewers Civil Engineering Construction Design Engineering Structural Engineering		Categories 3D Architecture 3D Modeling Architectural CAD Architecture CAD Civil Engineering Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Construction Design Engineering Public Works Structural Engineering
3D Modeling Features 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 Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Architectural Symbol Library Automatic Formatting BIM Modeling Comparison View Design Templates Drafting Architecture Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Bills of material BIM Modeling 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 Features 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 Engineering Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Collaboration Design Analysis Design Export Document Management Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Presentation Tools Structural Engineering Show More Features CAD Viewers Features Annotate Batch Conversion Collaboration Tools Editing Track Changes View .DWF Files View .DWG Files View .IGES Files View .STEP Files View .STL Files View 2D Files View 3D Files		3D Modeling Features 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 Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Architectural Symbol Library Automatic Formatting BIM Modeling Comparison View Design Templates Drafting Architecture Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Bills of material BIM Modeling 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 Features 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 Engineering Features 2D Drawing 3D Modeling Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Collaboration Design Analysis Design Export Document Management Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Presentation Tools Structural Engineering Show More Features 3D Architecture Features 2D Drawing Animation BIM Modeling Component Library Data Import / Export Landscape Design Virtual Tour Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Features CAD/CAM Compatibility Finite Element Analysis Fluid Dynamics Import / Export Files Integrated 3D Modeling Manufacturing Process Simulation Mechanical Event Simulation Multibody Dynamics Thermal Analysis Public Works Features 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
Integrations ALL In Learning ArcGIS Cesium ContextCapture DWG TrueView ERDAS IMAGINE LumenRT OpenBridge Designer OpenBuildings Designer OpenCities Map OpenRoads Designer Prevu3D ProSteel ProStructures ProjectWise Visual Studio Show More Integrations View All 1 Integration		Integrations ALL In Learning ArcGIS Cesium ContextCapture DWG TrueView ERDAS IMAGINE LumenRT OpenBridge Designer OpenBuildings Designer OpenCities Map OpenRoads Designer Prevu3D ProSteel ProStructures ProjectWise Visual Studio Show More Integrations View All 15 Integrations