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ArchiFacile vs Sweet Home 3D
Both stand on floor plan software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
ArchiFacile covers everyday plan drawing as well as technical layouts, with browser access and image or PDF exports. The Free plan is limited to three projects and includes advertising; CAD/BIM functions are listed for PRO.
Visit ArchiFacile Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+5
Sweet Home 3D combines measured 2D layouts, live 3D viewing, rendering, and multiple export formats. Check catalog size and the applicable license before choosing an edition or building a derivative product.
Visit Sweet Home 3DThe facts
| ArchiFacile | Sweet Home 3D | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Yearly premium: $49.99 a year |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | archifacile.net | sweethome3d.com |
| On floor plan software | #2 of 25 | #1 of 25 |
ArchiFacile: what it does well
- Draws house, garden and other space plans
- Supports electrical, plumbing, heating and evacuation layouts
- Runs in a browser without installation
- Exports plans as images and PDFs
- PRO supports DXF, DWG and IFC import
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to three projects
- Free plan displays advertising
- Collaboration features are not listed
Sweet Home 3D: what it does well
- Live 3D view during 2D planning
- Exports PDFs, images, videos, and 3D files
- Imports blueprints, models, and textures
- Free plan and 7-day premium trial
- Extensions can add design capabilities
What to know first
- Free desktop editions have smaller catalogs
- Browser saving requires free registration
- Premium subscription renews automatically unless turned off
- GPL limits proprietary derivatives by other developers
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