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Description
2D & 3-D CAD software for creating & editing technical drawings in DWG format. You can choose between Perpetual or Network licenses.
The ndeg1 alternative for AutoCAD offers agility. ARES Commander is cost-effective and offers a simple switch and a complete replacement at a fraction the cost of AutoCAD.
You can enjoy Graebert's ARES CAD software as a 3-in-1 license. This includes ARES Commander (for Windows and macOS) + ARES Kudo(Cloud) + Graebert Touch (iOS + android). These products can be used together to synchronize work across users and devices.
You can create and modify DWG drawings locally with files stored on your computer or in sync to Google Drive, Box OneDrive, Dropbox. You can also store files on a private Cloud server via WebDAV.
Our advanced CAD features include Dynamic blocks, PDF-to-DWG conversion, Drawing comparison and IFC & Revit import. 3D solid modeling, satellite imagery, street maps, and 3D solid modeling are just a few of the many options.
Description
MicroStation is the trusted CAD software that empowers infrastructure professionals to design, manage, and deliver projects with precision and efficiency. Its power, flexibility, AI automation, and 3D geospatial context enable innovative designs and creative visualizations. Communicate design changes and unite critical project elements in a single environment, ensuring effective and secure project deliverables. MicroStation scales for any infrastructure project, whether it lasts days, months, or years. MicroStation is the foundation for the entire Bentley modeling environment including digital twins.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
ArcGIS
No
Box
Yes
Cesium
No
Dropbox
Yes
ERDAS IMAGINE
No
LumenRT
No
Microsoft OneDrive
Yes
Microsoft SharePoint
Yes
Onshape
Yes
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
No
ArcGIS
Yes
Box
No
Cesium
Yes
Dropbox
No
ERDAS IMAGINE
Yes
LumenRT
Yes
Microsoft OneDrive
No
Microsoft SharePoint
No
Onshape
No
Pricing Details
$350.00/year
Annual Plan (1 year) for $350
3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700
Perpetual license from $950
Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual
3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700
Perpetual license from $950
Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$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.
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 Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Graebert
Founded
1977
Country
Germany
Website
www.graebert.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Bentley Systems
Founded
1984
Country
United States
Website
www.bentley.com/
Product Features
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
No
Annotations
Yes
Bill of Materials
No
Character Modeling
No
Collaboration Tools
Yes
Component Library
No
Data Import / Export
No
For 3D Printing
Yes
For Architects
Yes
For Manufacturers
Yes
Reference Management
No
Simulation
No
Architectural CAD
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
Architectural Symbol Library
No
Automatic Formatting
No
BIM Modeling
Yes
Comparison View
Yes
Design Templates
No
Drafting
Yes
Architecture
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
BIM Modeling
No
Bills of material
Yes
Building Information Modeling
Yes
Client Management
No
Contact Management
No
Contract Management
No
Document Management
No
Drafting
Yes
Manufacturing Design Data
Yes
Presentation Tools
No
Project Management
No
Proposal Management
No
Quotes/Proposals
No
Visualization / Presentation
Yes
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
Yes
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Product Features
3D Architecture
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
Yes
BIM Modeling
Yes
Component Library
Yes
Data Import / Export
Yes
Landscape Design
Yes
Virtual Tour
Yes
3D Modeling
2D Drawing
Yes
Animation
Yes
Annotations
Yes
Bill of Materials
Yes
Character Modeling
Yes
Collaboration Tools
Yes
Component Library
Yes
Data Import / Export
Yes
For 3D Printing
No
For Architects
Yes
For Manufacturers
Yes
Reference Management
Yes
Simulation
Yes
Architectural CAD
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
Architectural Symbol Library
Yes
Automatic Formatting
Yes
BIM Modeling
No
Comparison View
Yes
Design Templates
Yes
Drafting
Yes
Architecture
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
BIM Modeling
Yes
Bills of material
Yes
Building Information Modeling
Yes
Client Management
No
Contact Management
Yes
Contract Management
No
Document Management
Yes
Drafting
Yes
Manufacturing Design Data
Yes
Presentation Tools
Yes
Project Management
No
Proposal Management
No
Quotes/Proposals
No
Visualization / Presentation
Yes
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
Yes
Design Analysis
Yes
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
Yes
Mechanical
Yes
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
Yes
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
Yes
Structural Engineering
Yes
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
Yes
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)
CAD/CAM Compatibility
Yes
Finite Element Analysis
No
Fluid Dynamics
No
Import / Export Files
Yes
Integrated 3D Modeling
Yes
Manufacturing Process Simulation
No
Mechanical Event Simulation
No
Multibody Dynamics
No
Thermal Analysis
No
Engineering
2D Drawing
Yes
3D Modeling
Yes
Chemical Engineering
Yes
Civil Engineering
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Design Analysis
Yes
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical Engineering
Yes
Mechanical Engineering
Yes
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
Yes
Structural Engineering
Yes
Public Works
Billing & Invoicing
No
Compliance Management
Yes
Contract Management
No
Customer Database
No
Document Management
Yes
Equipment Maintenance
No
Fixed Asset Management
Yes
Job Costing
No
Project Management
No
Service Request Management
No
Work Order Management
No
