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Grid® Report for Architecture | Fall 2021
Architecture Software (continued)
Architecture Software Definition
Architecture software is used primarily by architects to visualize, create, view, and document building designs with powerful 2D precision
drawing and drafting tools. Additional capabilities include schedule management, drafting automation, and customizable work environments.
Products in the Architecture category offer a repertoire of 2D design tools that assist in the process of scheduling, planning, and executing
detailed construction drawings. Using personalized environments, these platforms allow architects to simulate real-world obstacles, helping
provide advanced problem solving abilities. Some products, similar to those in General-Purpose CAD and Building Design and Building
Information Modeling (BIM) categories, include 3D modeling capabilities and integrations, allowing for a greater ability to visualize and generate
complex designs.
To qualify for inclusion in the Architecture category, a product must:
Have capabilities specifically designed for architects
Include 2D precision drawing and drafting tools
Provide a customizable platform
Offer documentation and scheduling capabilities
Architecture Grid® Scoring Description
Products shown on the Grid® for Architecture have received a minimum of 10 reviews/ratings in data gathered by August 17, 2021 in any
subcategory of Architecture. Products are ranked by customer satisfaction (based on user reviews) and market presence (based on market
share, seller size, and social impact) and placed into four categories on the Grid®:
Products in the Leader quadrant are rated highly by G2 users and have substantial Market Presence scores. Leaders include: Revit,
SketchUp, Archicad, Lumion, The Wild, Cinema 4D, V-Ray, Blender, and Enscape
High Performing products have high customer Satisfaction scores and low Market Presence compared to the rest of the category. High
Performers include: SoftPlan and Maxwell Render
Contender products have relatively low customer Satisfaction scores and high Market Presence compared to the rest of the category.
While they may have positive reviews, they do not have enough reviews to validate those ratings. Contenders include: Modo, CorelDRAW
Technical Suite X7, and MASTERSPEC
Niche products have relatively low Satisfaction scores and low Market Presence compared to the rest of the category. While they may
have positive reviews, they do not have enough reviews to validate those ratings. Niche products include: Artlantis, MagicPlan, and Frank
