BricsCAD BIM
BricsCAD BIM is the building-focused edition of BricsCAD that keeps native DWG workflows while adding BIM authoring, IFC import and export with classification, Revit family import, and coordination helpers such as BCF, sold as an annual subscription tier priced in euros on the Bricsys store.
BricsCAD BIM targets teams that want to stay inside a familiar CAD-style environment while producing structured building models and deliverables. Product marketing emphasizes a single DWG-compatible platform where 2D, 3D, and BIM-style data live together, with published list pricing starting at 1,060 EUR per year for a one-year subscription excluding local taxes on the international store (Bricsys store, 2026).
Authoring features called out on the BIM marketing site include scan-to-BIM style point cloud handling, AI-assisted classification through BIMIFY, and PROPAGATE-style detailing spread across modeled elements, plus land-survey tooling when paired with the broader BricsCAD stack. Interoperability copy highlights native IFC import and export, incorporation of IFC classifications and properties, IDS XML support for standards checking, BCF-based collaboration, and import paths for RVT and RFA content alongside continued DWG fidelity.
The installer delivered from Bricsys covers multiple product levels (Lite through Ultimate), so pilots can explore adjacent editions before standardizing on BricsCAD BIM alone or stepping up to BricsCAD Ultimate when mechanical and surveying toolsets are required in one license. Third-party developers extend the platform through the BricsCAD Application Catalog for discipline-specific add-ons.
Deployment follows desktop patterns on Windows, Linux, and macOS per BricsCAD system requirement articles, with a 30-day trial offered on download and store pages. Maintenance expectations differ between perpetual and subscription purchases; subscription listings state that maintenance stays included for the subscription term, which matters when budgeting upgrades and support.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Public euro list pricing for the BIM subscription tier on the Bricsys store
- Strong DWG compatibility story for teams moving from legacy CAD
- Broad OS support across Windows, Linux, and macOS per official system requirements
Cons
- Mechanical and combined **Ultimate** capabilities require a higher tier and higher list price than BricsCAD BIM alone
- Heavy reliance on GPU and RAM for large point clouds, as noted in BricsCAD graphics guidance
Key features
DWG-native BIM: Build and document buildings in a single DWG environment with BIM toolsets layered on BricsCAD Pro-class geometry and drafting.
IFC and OpenBIM: Native IFC import and export with IFC classifications and properties, plus IDS XML workflows referenced on BIM feature pages.
Revit content: Store copy lists RVT and RFA import so teams can reuse manufacturer and project content inside BricsCAD BIM.
Coordination: BCF-oriented collaboration appears in marketing materials as part of multi-party BIM coordination alongside IFC exchange.
Point clouds and Scan-to-BIM: Native point cloud support with workflows to classify scans into modeled elements for as-built style projects.
AI-assisted BIM workflows: BIMIFY automation for classification and PROPAGATE-style propagation of detailing across the model, as described on the BIM feature hub.
Pricing
Trial (all editions)
30-day trial
Free
30-day full-featured trial per Bricsys download pages; verify current terms at signup.
BricsCAD BIM (1 year subscription)
per year (12 mo)
€1,060.00
1,060 EUR per year excl. local taxes on EN-intl store; confirm seat count and tax at checkout.
BricsCAD Ultimate (1 year subscription)
per year (12 mo)
€1,176.00
1,176 EUR per year on same store table when Mechanical plus BIM stacks are needed together.
Frequently asked questions
How much does BricsCAD BIM cost per year in euros?
The international Bricsys store lists BricsCAD BIM at 1,060 EUR per year for a one-year subscription, sold per seat, excluding local taxes or duties that appear at checkout. BricsCAD Ultimate, which bundles Mechanical and BIM toolsets, lists at 1,176 EUR per year in the same table. Confirm the exact total for your country and currency on bricsys.com before you buy.
Does BricsCAD offer a free trial?
Download and store pages advertise a full-featured 30-day trial that unlocks Lite, Pro, BIM, Mechanical, and Ultimate capability levels through one installer. After the trial, BricsCAD Shape remains available as a no-cost path according to Bricsys download messaging. Register through the official download flow so licensing and reminders stay aligned with Bricsys terms.
Which operating systems support BricsCAD BIM?
BricsCAD???s published system requirements document Windows 10 and 11 x86-64 builds, several modern 64-bit Linux distributions with current glibc expectations, and macOS 12 Monterey or newer, with BricsCAD on Apple silicon running under Rosetta 2 until a native build ships. Linux graphics notes call out NVIDIA and AMD GPUs for acceleration, while Intel integrated graphics is not supported for 3D acceleration on Linux. Always read the latest help center article before you deploy.
Does BricsCAD BIM support IFC and BCF?
Marketing pages for BricsCAD BIM list native IFC import and export with IFC classifications and properties, aligning with OpenBIM exchange expectations. The BIM feature hub also references IDS XML for validating project requirements and BCF for issue-style collaboration across tools. Validate any project-specific mapping with a test export that your downstream coordinators approve.
Can BricsCAD BIM import Revit families or projects?
The Bricsys store feature list for BricsCAD BIM explicitly includes RVT and RFA import alongside a project database, positioning the product for mixed-tool environments where Revit content must be reused. Behavior will depend on object complexity and version; run a pilot with representative families. For pure DWG interoperability, BricsCAD still centers on native DWG workflows.
What scan-to-BIM capabilities does BricsCAD BIM include?
The BricsCAD BIM overview describes viewing and processing point clouds in-product, using AI-driven tools to move from scans toward modeled elements and shareable outputs. Feature marketing also ties PROPAGATE and BIMIFY into reducing manual classification and repetition across large as-built datasets. Match hardware to Bricsys GPU and RAM guidance when you standardize on dense cloud workflows.
How does BricsCAD BIM compare to AutoCAD-based BIM workflows?
Bricsys publishes side-by-side positioning against AutoCAD, emphasizing native DWG workalike behavior with BricsCAD-specific productivity additions. BricsCAD BIM adds building-oriented BIM toolsets, IFC exchange, and related data workflows on top of that CAD core, whereas generic AutoCAD licenses require extra vertical tools for comparable BIM depth. Evaluate file compatibility, customization, and total subscription cost for your portfolio before migrating.