Vectorworks
VerifiedBIM and CAD design software for architecture, landscape and entertainment
- Deployment Hybrid
- Starting price Quote based subscription
- Free trial Available
- Best for Freelancers, SMEs, Agencies
What is Vectorworks?
Vectorworks is a CAD and BIM design platform serving architecture, landscape architecture, and entertainment design (lighting, scenic and event design) industries. It offers discipline specific product lines including Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight and Design Suite, combining 2D drafting, 3D modeling, BIM data management and rendering in one application built on a shared file format.
Vectorworks is sold via subscription or a hybrid ownership model that includes upgrades and support, with pricing varying by product line and license type. It offers a free trial and connects with its cloud service Vectorworks Cloud Services for rendering and collaboration, along with a free viewer for sharing files with non-licensed collaborators.
Key Features of Vectorworks
Vectorworks lists 9 documented features, including 2D drafting and 3D parametric modeling, Building information modeling (BIM) with Architect and Landscape and site design tools (Landmark). The list below covers what the product does rather than how it is marketed.
- 2D drafting and 3D parametric modeling
- Building information modeling (BIM) with Architect
- Landscape and site design tools (Landmark)
- Entertainment and lighting design tools (Spotlight)
- Built in Renderworks photorealistic rendering
- Energy analysis and sustainability tools
- Cloud services for rendering and data sharing
- Direct and parametric hybrid modeling
- Marionette visual scripting for automation
Vectorworks Pricing
Vectorworks lists 3 plans without published figures. Pricing is quoted on request.
Vectorworks Fundamentals
Quote based subscription
Core 2D/3D design tools without discipline-specific BIM features
Vectorworks Architect / Landmark / Spotlight
Quote based subscription
Discipline specific BIM and design tools for architecture, landscape or entertainment design
Design Suite
Quote based subscription
Combines Architect, Landmark and Spotlight tool sets in one license
Vectorworks Specifications
Vectorworks is available on Windows and macOS and has iOS apps. It offers an API and has a free trial.
- hybrid
- windows
- macos
- ios
- freelancers
- smes
- agencies
- enterprises
- phone
- training
- tickets
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