Argyle
Argyle is an augmented-reality field platform from Argyle Build Inc. that aligns federated BIM geometry with real-world jobsites on HoloLens 2, Magic Leap 2, and Apple devices, with Revit and Navisworks upload paths and workflows for QA observations.
Argyle targets heavy civil and building teams that want coordinated models visible at true scale outdoors or inside partially built work. Patented alignment and edge-style rendering are meant to keep holograms registered to surveyed control while preserving sight lines for craft workers walking the site.
Uploads run through desktop add-ins for Autodesk Revit and Navisworks, with marketing copy promising compression for large uploads and offline-friendly use once content is prepared (Argyle download and homepage, 2025). The FAQ on the same site states Navisworks export remains in beta and can feel slow on big models, while Revit native workflows are described as the more mature path.
Beyond viewing, Argyle advertises metadata-rich picks, spatial QA checklists driven from Revit selections, observation sharing with Procore coordinates, and a web portal for administration. The technology page highlights holomap orientation, category toggles, and lightweight line rendering intended to reduce occlusion hazards compared with solid-fill AR.
Device coverage listed in the public FAQ includes HoloLens 2, Magic Leap 2, and Apple hardware, with iPad Pro called out on the homepage and iOS access tied to purchasing a Pro license in the same hero copy. Privacy policy pages identify Argyle Build Inc. as the data controller and document a global compliance posture (Argyle privacy policy, 2025).
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Addresses large-model AR with explicit compression and unlimited upload messaging on marketing pages.
- Supports multiple headset types plus Apple hardware so teams can mix premium AR with lighter tablets.
- Clear stance on what geometry is supported (solid 3D) versus unsupported linework-only sources in the FAQ.
- Public privacy policy and corporate identity give procurement teams a named vendor, Argyle Build Inc.
Cons
- Navisworks add-in is openly labeled beta and may be slow on large exports until the vendor ships more performance work.
- No linework or point-only CAD uploads; 2D sheet workflows and PDF markups are out of scope today.
- Some public FAQ sections still contain placeholder text on the marketing site, so rely on direct demos for final answers.
- List pricing and license bundles are not spelled out on the pages reviewed; expect sales-led packaging for Pro licenses.
Key features
Alignment workflows: Three-step rotation, location, and anchor alignment supports spontaneous walk-up sessions or QR-style planned control, per the site FAQ.
Revit and Navisworks exporters: Upload compressed models from familiar authoring tools; Navisworks remains beta and may lag on very large files.
Cross-device AR: HoloLens 2, Magic Leap 2, and Apple devices appear in official FAQ copy; iPad Pro is highlighted for current field kits.
Edge and wireframe rendering: Technology pages describe line-forward rendering to reduce vision blocking while still showing structure and embeds.
Field observations: Capture issues with BIM and positional context, including integrations described toward Procore for field coordination.
Offline use: Marketing claims emphasize rendering without Wi-Fi after sync, aimed at deck and tunnel environments with poor connectivity.
QA checklists: Highlight elements in Revit and push spatialized checklists that crews complete in the headset or tablet.
Pricing
Pro license (contact sales)
Free
Homepage references a Pro license for expanded iOS access; no public price on pages reviewed in 2026. Request a quote from Argyle Build Inc.
Frequently asked questions
Which headsets and tablets run Argyle?
- The Argyle FAQ lists HoloLens 2, Magic Leap 2, and Apple devices. The homepage also calls out iPad Pro and Magic Leap 2 in hero copy and mentions early iOS access when purchasing a Pro license. Confirm exact hardware bundles with your reseller before standardizing a fleet.
How do models get from Revit or Navisworks into Argyle?
- You install the vendor???s add-ins, publish 3D content from Revit or Navisworks, and sync through the Argyle cloud workflow described on argyle.build/download. Navisworks remains beta in the FAQ, so pilot both exporters on your worst-case models.
Does Argyle support PDF plans or 2D CAD linework?
- The FAQ states Argyle renders 3D solids, including 3D Revit content and solid Navisworks or AutoCAD geometry, but does not support linework-only or point data. Keep hybrid deliverables in 3D where possible.
Can Argyle work without Wi-Fi on site?
- Homepage and technology copy claim models can render while walking even without Wi-Fi after the initial sync, leaning on compressed glTF-style assets. Validate this against your security policy for offline caches.
How does Argyle align models to the real building?
- Argyle uses a three-step alignment flow covering rotation, location, and anchor refinement, with options for spontaneous alignment or QR-based control. Patented positioning is cited on the homepage, but you should still tie into survey control your team trusts.
Does Argyle integrate with Procore?
- Marketing sections describe sending observations with location context to Procore. Run a pilot with your Procore workspace and permission model to confirm field mapping meets your QA standards.