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ARCHLine.XP

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FigureARCHLine.XPChief Architect
Price from—$166.25/mo
Free plan——
Free trialYesYes
Open source——
Web—Yes
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
iOS—Yes
AndroidYesYes
Plans published12
Spec score · Architecture Software8.7 (#6)8.6 (#8)
Spec score · Architectural Design Software8.6 (#5)8.4 (#8)
Spec score · 3D Architecture Software8.6 (#4)8.4 (#7)
Spec score · Architectural CAD Software8.6 (#5)8.5 (#6)
Founded19911992
HeadquartersBudapest, HungaryCoeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States

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ARCHLine.XP

  • ARCHLine.XP 2026 Perpetual License€3,010, paid once

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Chief Architect

  • Chief Architect Premier$229 a month
  • Chief Architect Premier$1,995 a year

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ARCHLine.XP

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Chief Architect

Chief Architect Premier is 3D design software for residential and light commercial work, including remodeling, kitchens, baths, and interiors. Drawing walls and placing architectural objects builds a 3D model and produces materials lists and construction documents such as site plans, framing plans, sections, and elevations. Materials lists can include quantities, unit and labor costs, markup, and project costs, and update as the design changes. For presentation, the software supports realistic and artistic rendering, 360-degree renderings, virtual tours, and walkthrough videos. Its 3D Library contains objects such as fixtures, appliances, millwork, furnishings, and manufacturer-specific products. It imports and exports AutoCAD DXF and DWG files, and imports OBJ, SKP, STL, and DAE. The As-Built app uses LiDAR on supported iPhones and iPads to create room models for remodeling. The trial does not expire, but saving, printing, exporting, and virtual tours are disabled. Premier costs $229 a month, billed $229/mo.

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