Best BIM software 2026
On our criteria BIMcollab, Cooperlink and Dalux Box share first place, with 85/100. But there is no single best tool for everyone. Choose on what matters most to you. In our score this criterion weighs most: view IFC models without a BIM licence.
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BIMcollab
#1 85/100
Summary
BIMcollab is a platform for BIM coordination, suited to design and engineering firms and BIM coordinators who manage issues between different BIM programs. It lets users view IFC models without a BIM licence, exchange issues via BCF, and handle documents according to ISO 19650. Data is held in the EU. We found no source for a mobile app for the site. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
€12,5 / gebruiker/maand (jaarlijks gefactureerd)
Strong and weak on our criteria
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Mobile app for the site: no source
- Request a quote Visit website ↗
Cooperlink
#2 85/100
Summary
Cooperlink is a Belgian collaboration platform for construction projects, suited to contractors and clients who manage document flows and BIM coordination across several parties and existing tools. It lets users view IFC models without a BIM licence, exchange issues via BCF, handle documents according to ISO 19650, and use a mobile app on site, with data held in the EU. The price is on request, not published on the website. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
On request
Strong and weak on our criteria
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Works in Dutch and French: no source
- Request a quote Visit website ↗
Dalux Box
#3 85/100
Summary
Dalux Box is a cloud platform for documents, drawings and BIM models, suited to contractors and design teams that want document management, BIM and site management from one vendor. It lets users view IFC models without a BIM licence, exchange issues via BCF, manage documents according to ISO 19650 and use a mobile app on site. It works in Dutch and French. However, the price is not public on the website. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
On request
Strong and weak on our criteria
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Data in the EU: no source
- Request a quote Visit website ↗
Qonic
#4 77/100
Summary
Qonic is a Belgian browser-based BIM platform that edits, validates and enriches IFC models directly, aimed at design and BIM teams who want to share models without a BIM licence for every project partner. It lets users view IFC models without a licence, exchange issues via BCF, offers a mobile app for the site and stores data in the EU. We found no source for document management according to ISO 19650. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
Unknown
Strong and weak on our criteria
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Document management according to ISO 19650
- Request a quote Visit website ↗
Trimble Connect
#5 62/100
Summary
Trimble Connect is a cloud platform for sharing models, drawings and documents, suited to steel construction, prefab and concrete companies that use Tekla or other Trimble software. It lets users view IFC models without a BIM licence, exchange issues through BCF, and use a mobile app on site. One limitation is that the price is not public on the website, as the Business plan is on request. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
On request
Strong and weak on our criteria
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Document management according to ISO 19650: no source
- Request a quote Visit website ↗
Autodesk Docs
#6 46/100
Summary
Autodesk Docs, also called Forma Data Management, is the document management platform within Autodesk Construction Cloud, and it suits companies already using Autodesk software such as Revit that want one common data environment. It supports document management according to ISO 19650, offers a mobile app for the site and can keep data in the EU. One limitation is that the price is not public on the website. Show more
Made with AI from our checked data, October 25, 2026 · How we use AI
On request
Strong and weak on our criteria
- Document management according to ISO 19650
- Mobile app for the site
- View IFC models without a BIM licence: no source
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| Data per criterion | BIMcollab 85 | Cooperlink 85 | Dalux Box 85 | Qonic 77 | Trimble Connect 62 | Autodesk Docs 46 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View IFC models without a BIM licence | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Unknown |
| Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Unknown |
| Document management according to ISO 19650 | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | No | Unknown | ✓ Yes |
| Mobile app for the site | Unknown | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Data in the EU | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | Unknown | ✓ Yes | Unknown | ✓ Yes |
| Works in Dutch and French | ✓ Yes | Unknown | ✓ Yes | Unknown | Unknown | ✓ Yes |
| Price public on the website | ✓ Yes | No | No | ✓ Yes | No | No |
| Registration methods | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| Price from | €12,5 / gebruiker/maand (jaarlijks gefactureerd) | On request | On request | Unknown | On request | On request |
How this ranking works
Every tool gets a score from 0 to 100 on the same published criteria. Missing data counts as 0 and is shown as "unknown". Paying, advertising or being our client does not change the score or the order.
- View IFC models without a BIM licence
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM)
- Document management according to ISO 19650
- Mobile app for the site
- Data in the EU
- Works in Dutch and French
- Price public on the website
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Most asked questions
Which BIM software suits you?
The 5 highest scoring tools, each with the same four questions:
1. BIMcollab (85/100)
Best for: Design and engineering firms and BIM coordinators that want to manage issues between different BIM programs via BCF.
Price: €12,5 / gebruiker/maand (jaarlijks gefactureerd)
Strongest point: View IFC models without a BIM licence
Watch out: Mobile app for the site: no source found
2. Cooperlink (85/100)
Best for: Contractors and clients that want to manage document flows and BIM coordination across several parties and existing tools.
Price: On request
Strongest point: View IFC models without a BIM licence
Watch out: Works in Dutch and French: no source found
3. Dalux Box (85/100)
Best for: Contractors and design teams that want to combine document management, BIM models and site management with one vendor.
Price: On request
Strongest point: View IFC models without a BIM licence
Watch out: Data in the EU: no source found
4. Qonic (77/100)
Best for: Design and BIM teams that want to share and edit IFC models in the browser without a BIM licence for every project partner.
Price: Unknown
Strongest point: View IFC models without a BIM licence
Watch out: Document management according to ISO 19650: no
5. Trimble Connect (62/100)
Best for: Steel construction, prefab and concrete companies that work with Tekla or other Trimble software.
Price: On request
Strongest point: View IFC models without a BIM licence
Watch out: Document management according to ISO 19650: no source found
What should you look for when choosing?
These are the criteria we score on, from heaviest to lightest:
- View IFC models without a BIM licence: 5 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Exchange issues via BCF (openBIM): 5 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Document management according to ISO 19650: 4 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Mobile app for the site: 5 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Data in the EU: 4 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Works in Dutch and French: 3 of the 6 tools meet this.
- Price public on the website: 2 of the 6 tools meet this.
What does BIM software cost?
2 of the 6 tools publish a price.
The lowest public entry price is €12,5 / gebruiker/maand (jaarlijks gefactureerd), at BIMcollab.
Always compare prices for the same number of users and the same modules. A low entry price often covers only one user.
Frequently asked questions
Which BIM software is the best?
On our published criteria BIMcollab, Cooperlink and Dalux Box share the highest score, 85/100. Our heaviest criterion: view IFC models without a BIM licence.
Is there free BIM software?
We found no tool with a free plan. Some vendors do offer a free trial.
Which BIM software works in Dutch and French?
With a source for both languages: BIMcollab, Dalux Box and Autodesk Docs.
How did you compare?
We read the website, documentation and pricing page of every vendor and noted the source per criterion. Last checked on October 22, 2026. Paying does not change the score.