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Catenda Hub vs Newforma ConstructEx

Both stand on construction document management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Catenda Hub

Paid APISelf-hostedWeb

Choose Catenda Hub if your team needs a shared BIM environment that combines models, documents, issues, and communication, with open-format support and unlimited project users. Consider the project-specific quote and whether its available hosting and enterprise options fit your requirements before choosing it.

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Newforma ConstructEx

Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

Choose Newforma ConstructEx if your construction team needs shared project documents, managed submittals and RFIs, and mobile field workflows. Ask Newforma for project pricing before choosing it, since the listed purchase is tailored and there are no monthly subscription fees.

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The facts

Catenda HubNewforma ConstructEx
Free planNoNot published
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAPI, Self-hosted, WebAndroid, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planProject-based pricing (example: €10M project): €400 a monthFree or on request
Plans published31
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitecatenda.comnewforma.com
On construction document management software#9 of 25#13 of 25

Catenda Hub: what it does well

  • Browser viewer federates IFC models with measurement and property inspection.
  • BCF issues retain viewpoints, comments, and element selections across tools.
  • Supports IFC, BCF, IDS, a REST API, and webhooks.
  • Projects include unlimited users and role-based permissions.
  • Exports models, documents, and audit trails in open formats.

What to know first

  • There is no free plan.
  • Pricing is project-based and actual quotes depend on project specifics.
  • Enterprise pricing is by custom quote.
  • Bespoke training is quoted separately.

Newforma ConstructEx: what it does well

  • Automates submittal and RFI workflows with email notifications.
  • Keeps review comments, audit trails, and email history together.
  • Supports mobile field reports, plans, markups, and punch lists.
  • Offers project archives at project end and bulk downloads of submittals and RFIs.
  • Controls document access through user roles and permissions.

What to know first

  • Pricing is available on request.
  • Punch list data syncs when an internet connection is available.
  • Support hours exclude holidays and are limited to weekday business hours.

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