All 12 alternatives

Tools that do the same work first, then the rest of architecture & urban planning. For each tool, see how it differs from Autodesk Forma.

#ToolRuns onPriceGDPR
1PlanFinderPlanFinder · Netherlands · free trialDutch plugin for Revit, Rhino and Grasshopper that generates and fits out multiple apartment floor plans in seconds, based on an outer contour and a room programme.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUPro €16/month (billed annually…Strong2StruckStruck.build B.V. · Netherlands · free trialDutch AI assistant for building regulations that analyses zoning plans, conservation area guidelines and building codes for any address. Provides answers in 30 seconds with source references and can export 3D building envelopes to CAD/BIM.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUStarter €75/month (1 user)Strong3AAArchicad AI VisualizerGraphisoft SE, Budapest · EU · free trialCreates concept images, textures, individual objects and high-resolution images from sketches and models in Archicad using a prompt.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUon Included with Archicad 30 Studio…Limited4ArchitechturesSmartScapes Studio S.L. · EU · free trialSpanish platform for generative residential design: you set parameters and get a live building design in 2D and 3D, with a BIM model and cost estimate.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUPro €41/month (€492/year, annual billing on…Limited5Finch3DFinch3D · EU · free trialSwedish AI platform for generative floor plan design that generates and evaluates thousands of layout variants in seconds based on design rules, daylight requirements and CO₂. Integrates with Rhino, Revit and Grasshopper.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUon request (enterpriseLimited6RayonRayon SARL · EU · free trialFrench browser-based CAD tool for interior and architectural floor plans, with an AI panel for tracing, axonometrics and generating building blocks.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUFree planLimited7SASpacely AISPACELY AI COMPANY LIMITED, Bangkok · free trialAI rendering platform for interiors: turns a photo, sketch or 3D model into a realistic render and can automatically furnish or empty a space.stronger GDPR profileFree $0 (40 credits)Limited8SWAPPBuildOS Ltd. / SWAPP.AI · Outside EU · free trialAI assistant for architecture firms that automates up to 80% of construction documentation. Works directly in Revit and ArchiCAD and generates dimensions, tags, views, sheets and QA reports based on in-house standards.stronger GDPR profileOn request (based on firm size…Limited9VerasChaos Software GmbH, Karlsruhe · EU · free trialAI visualisation tool that generates photorealistic renders directly from Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad and Vectorworks. Transforms 3D models, 2D drawings and sketches into professional visuals in seconds.stronger GDPR profilefrom NL/EUon Starter €190.80/year (500 credits…Limited10ArchiLabsArchiLabs · Outside EUBIM automation platform that converts 2D DXF drawings into 3D models, offers Python workflows for design automation and provides AI-assisted project handoff for production builders and modular housing.on request (demo requiredUnknown11CCoohomCOOHOM INC., Newark · Outside EU · free trialOnline 3D interior design tool with AI layouts for floor plans. You upload a floor plan and convert it into a 3D project with renders.Basic freeUnknown12GGendoGendo Technology Ltd, London · Outside EU · free trialA shared AI canvas where teams create photorealistic interior and architecture renders, variants and video from sketches, SketchUp exports or text.Free £0Unknown

Frequently asked questions

What are good alternatives to Autodesk Forma?
For architecture and urban planning we follow 12 alternatives. PlanFinder, Struck, Archicad AI Visualizer are at the top: tools that do the same work, with the strongest published GDPR profile.
Is there an alternative to Autodesk Forma with a free trial?
Yes: Spacely AI, Coohom, Archicad AI Visualizer, Architechtures, Finch3D, Veras, PlanFinder, Rayon, Gendo, Struck, SWAPP.
How do I choose?
Start with the GDPR profile and the data processing agreement, then compare features and price during a trial period.

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