27: Archicad

You can choose which one fits your needs:

| Feature | Archicad 27 | Revit 2025 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Intuitive, context-sensitive palette | Ribbon-heavy, steeper learning curve | | File Size | Lighter (averages 30-50 MB per model) | Heavier (often 100-300 MB) | | Open BIM | Native IFC 4.3 champion | Requires extra plugins for full IFC fidelity | | Mac Support | Native Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) excellent | No native macOS version (Parallels only) | | Licensing | Perpetual / Subscription | Subscription only (higher annual cost) | archicad 27

Facades are the signature of a building, and Archicad 27 treats them with the respect they deserve. The Curtain Wall tool has been rebuilt from the ground up. You can choose which one fits your needs:

: Better control over text and label formatting ensures that documentation is as clean and professional as the 3D model itself. context-sensitive palette | Ribbon-heavy