Is this true?Ĥ) One of the options I liked on ArchiCAD was its ability to save models as http files so they can be easily viewed by clients and easily emailed as small files. Can anyone answer the following questions or add anything to this discussion.ġ) Is softplan working on fixing the dxf problem?Ģ) Once a plan is in good working order is the takeoff list fairly accurate?ģ) I have heard that Softplan's requirement of saving each layer separately can cause 'lock-up' because large plans become unmanageable. Sorry for the diatribe, but I wanted you to understand my starting point. I realize that a program can't be everything to everybody but I would like to know understand its limitations. dxf files for importing to ACAD have been a disaster. While I'm still low on the softplan learning curve I find the program fairly easy to use and learn. My main needs are 3D modeling/floor plans for sales, working drawings, material takeoffs and communication with the A&E firm I use to do more complicated or structural dwgs. I want to make sure that I spent my ~$2500 the right way.
I am nearing the end of my 30 day money back guarantee period and am feeling a little buyers remorse. I did as much pre-show evaluation as possible of these programs and went in with an open mind.Īfter spending numerous hours at each booth I finally decided (or was sold) on SoftPlan with softlist but not softtalk. I attended this year's IBS show in Atlanta last month with a goal of purchasing a new design software program that would eliminate the use of multiple programs (and redundant work)to provide the output I required.
Over the years I have been using 3D Home Architect to do quick modeling for sales and AutoCAD LT for working drawings. My specific story is that I'm primarily a custom home builder that occasionaly does unique remodelings to fill in the low spots.
Since 9 months to a year is an eternity in software life I want to see if there any additional inforamtion that could be added to this topic. It appears the most extensive comparison was made early last summer. I have reviewed all of the posting on these various programs over the past year.
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