Bonsai BIM Add-on Alternatives3D Modelers & CAD Software like Bonsai BIM Add-on

Bonsai BIM Add-on is described as 'An add-on for beautiful, detailed, and data-rich OpenBIM with Blender. It was named BlenderBIM until 2024. It uses the ifcopenshell' and is a 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Bonsai BIM Add-on for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and BSD apps. The best Bonsai BIM Add-on alternative is FreeCAD, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Bonsai BIM Add-on are BricsCAD, Autodesk Revit, ArchiCAD and xeoVision.

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  1. FreeCAD icon

    FreeCAD

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    A powerful open-source parametric 3D modeler ideal for mechanical engineering, supporting Python scripting, running on Windows, Linux, and Mac, with modular architecture allowing extensive adaptability and use with scientific computing libraries.

    112 FreeCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    • FreeCAD is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Bonsai BIM Add-on.

    • FreeCAD is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Bonsai BIM Add-on.

    • FreeCAD is Free and Open SourceBonsai BIM Add-on is also Free and Open Source
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    BricsCAD

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    BricsCAD the first all-in-one CAD design solution in .dwg that answers all your needs; 2D drafting, 3D modeling, mechanical design, and BIM. BricsCAD is a cost-effective, innovative, and familiar CAD solution.

    80 BricsCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    BricsCAD Dark and light mode
     

    • BricsCAD is the most popular commercial alternative to Bonsai BIM Add-on.

    • BricsCAD is Paid and ProprietaryBonsai BIM Add-on is Free and Open Source
  4. Autodesk Revit icon

    Autodesk Revit

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    BIM software offering tools for architectural design, MEP, structural engineering, and construction. Supports cloud worksharing, collaborative processes, and integrates analysis tools for multidisciplinary teams, enhancing design, construction, operations, and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure.

    28 Autodesk Revit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    BlenderBIM is not aiming for feature parity with Autodesk Revit. Instead it focuses on a more flexible and open workflow using open standards and empowering users. This makes it a useful supplement to Autodesk Revit in the preparation of IFC files for exchange.

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    • Autodesk Revit is Paid and ProprietaryBonsai BIM Add-on is Free and Open Source
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    Autodesk Revit

    BIM software offering tools for architectural design, MEP, structural engineering, and construction. Supports cloud worksharing, collaborative processes, and integrates analysis tools for multidisciplinary teams, enhancing design...

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    ArchiCAD

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    ArchiCAD offers computer aided solutions for handling all common aspects of aesthetics and engineering during the whole design process of the built environment — buildings, interiors, urban areas, etc.

    81 ArchiCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  7. xeoVision icon

    xeoVision

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    xeoVision is a fast, browser-based 3D BIM viewer built with xeokit SDK. Viewing multiple 3D models and formats at once per drag & drop from your browser on PC & mobile!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    Exploring your models made simple. Search for properties, create section views, precise measurements and add annotations to share with your stakeholders.
     

    • xeoVision is the most popular Web-based alternative to Bonsai BIM Add-on.

    • xeoVision is Freemium and Open SourceBonsai BIM Add-on is Free and Open Source
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    xeokit SDK

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    3D BIM IFC Viewer SDK for AEC engineering applications. Open Source JavaScript Toolkit based on pure WebGL for top performance, real-world coordinates and full double precision.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • JavaScript
    • npm
    3D zones created by the user with labels and info
     

    • xeokit SDK is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Bonsai BIM Add-on.

    • xeokit SDK is Free and Open SourceBonsai BIM Add-on is also Free and Open Source
  10. usBIM.viewer+ icon

    usBIM.viewer+

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    Do you need to open an IFC file and modify it? usBIM.viewer+ is the only freeware certified by buildingSMART International that allows you to view, edit, convert and share BIM models in the IFC format. Basically, it is more than just a viewer!.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main interface showing ifc file structure.
     
  11. BIM Vision icon

    BIM Vision

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    Freeware IFC model viewer. It allows to view the virtual models coming from CAD systems like Revit, Archicad, Advance, DDS CAD, Tekla, Nemetschek VectorWorks, Bentley, and others without necessity of having commercial licenses of these systems.

    6 BIM Vision alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. Solibri Model Viewer icon

    Solibri Model Viewer

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    Solibri Model Viewer (SMV) is the software that everyone should use within the construction industry. It’s free of charge and allows you to open all Standard IFC and Solibri Model Checker Files. Transparency is given on open issues and challenges.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  13. FZKViewer icon

    FZKViewer

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    FZKViewer visualises the sematic data models IFC, CityGML und gbXML. Supported Versions: IFC 2x, IFC 2x2, IFC 2x3 and corresponding ifcXML; CityGML 0.4.0, CityGML 1.0.0, CityGML 2.0.0, ADE Noise, ADE Subsurface Structure, ADE...

    6 FZKViewer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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