MicroStation

MicroStation

Bentley Systems
4.1 out of 5 stars
VisionREZ

VisionREZ

Ameri-CAD
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MicroStation:

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.
VisionREZ:

About

Revit is the most common BIM platform in the market today. In Revit, elements - such as doors, windows, and walls - are designed in 3D and incorporate data attributes. Because elements in Revit are intelligent, parametric and related to each other within the 3D model, changes made to one element automatically update all related model elements, schedules, views, and sheets. For a residential designer using Vision REZ for Revit, this means their changes are made all at once, and are automatically pushed through to CD’s, renderings, and quantity takeoffs, saving them valuable time. VisionREZ allows you to model designs with precision, optimize performance, and collaborate more effectively. VisionREZ is a residential Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology that allows for the sharing of all information related to a project to be contained in a single and accessible model. VisionREZ automates design tasks and integrates information so it can be utilized across functions.
MicroStation:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
VisionREZ:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
MicroStation:

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.
VisionREZ:

Audience

Professionals seeking a residential Building Information Modeling solution
MicroStation:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported
VisionREZ:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported
MicroStation:

API

Offers API Not Supported
VisionREZ:

API

Offers API Not Supported
MicroStation:

Screenshots and Videos

VisionREZ:

Screenshots and Videos

MicroStation:

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 Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
VisionREZ:

Pricing

$1495 one-time payment
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
MicroStation:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5
VisionREZ:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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MicroStation:

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.
MicroStation:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported
VisionREZ:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Supported
MicroStation:

Company Information

Bentley Systems
Founded: 1984
United States
www.bentley.com/
VisionREZ:

Company Information

Ameri-CAD
www.visionrez.com
MicroStation:

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MicroStation:

Categories

3D Architecture Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Architectural CAD Supported
Architecture Supported
CAD Supported
Civil Engineering Supported
Engineering Supported
Public Works Supported
VisionREZ:

Categories

Architecture Supported
MicroStation:

Architecture Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Bills of material Supported
BIM Modeling Supported
Building Information Modeling Supported
Client Management Not Supported
Contact Management Supported
Contract Management Not Supported
Document Management Supported
Drafting Supported
Manufacturing Design Data Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Proposal Management Not Supported
Quotes/Proposals Not Supported
Visualization / Presentation Supported

3D Architecture Features

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

3D Modeling Features

2D Drawing Supported
Animation Supported
Annotations Supported
Bill of Materials Supported
Character Modeling Supported
Collaboration Tools Supported
Component Library Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
For 3D Printing Not Supported
For Architects Supported
For Manufacturers Supported
Reference Management Supported
Simulation Supported

Architectural CAD Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Architectural Symbol Library Supported
Automatic Formatting Supported
BIM Modeling Not Supported
Comparison View Supported
Design Templates Supported
Drafting Supported

CAD Features

2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported
2D Drawing Supported
3-Axis Milling Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
4-Axis Milling Not Supported
5-Axis Milling Not Supported
Civil Supported
Collaboration Supported
Database Connectivity Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Supported
Hole Making Supported
Mechanical Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Simulate Cycles Not Supported
Spiral Output Supported
Structural Engineering Supported
Toolpath Simulation Not Supported
User Defined Cycles Supported

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Features

CAD/CAM Compatibility Supported
Finite Element Analysis Not Supported
Fluid Dynamics Not Supported
Import / Export Files Supported
Integrated 3D Modeling Supported
Manufacturing Process Simulation Not Supported
Mechanical Event Simulation Not Supported
Multibody Dynamics Not Supported
Thermal Analysis Not Supported

Engineering Features

2D Drawing Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Chemical Engineering Supported
Civil Engineering Supported
Collaboration Supported
Design Analysis Supported
Design Export Supported
Document Management Supported
Electrical Engineering Supported
Mechanical Engineering Supported
Mechatronics Not Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Structural Engineering Supported

Public Works Features

Billing & Invoicing Not Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Contract Management Not Supported
Customer Database Not Supported
Document Management Supported
Equipment Maintenance Not Supported
Fixed Asset Management Supported
Job Costing Not Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Service Request Management Not Supported
Work Order Management Not Supported
VisionREZ:

Architecture Features

2D Drawing Not Supported
3D Modeling Supported
Bills of material Supported
BIM Modeling Not Supported
Building Information Modeling Supported
Client Management Not Supported
Contact Management Supported
Contract Management Not Supported
Document Management Supported
Drafting Not Supported
Manufacturing Design Data Supported
Presentation Tools Supported
Project Management Not Supported
Proposal Management Not Supported
Quotes/Proposals Supported
Visualization / Presentation Supported
MicroStation:

Integrations

ArcGIS Supported
Cesium Supported
ContextCapture Supported
DWG TrueView Supported
ERDAS IMAGINE Supported
LumenRT Supported
OpenBridge Designer Supported
OpenBuildings Designer Supported
OpenCities Map Supported
OpenRoads Designer Supported
Prevu3D Supported
ProSteel Supported
ProStructures Supported
ProjectWise Supported
Visual Studio Supported
VisionREZ:

Integrations

ArcGIS Not Supported
Cesium Not Supported
ContextCapture Not Supported
DWG TrueView Not Supported
ERDAS IMAGINE Not Supported
LumenRT Not Supported
OpenBridge Designer Not Supported
OpenBuildings Designer Not Supported
OpenCities Map Not Supported
OpenRoads Designer Not Supported
Prevu3D Not Supported
ProSteel Not Supported
ProStructures Not Supported
ProjectWise Not Supported
Visual Studio Not Supported
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