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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Autodesk AEC Collection

    Score8.7 out of 10
    N/AThe AEC Collection provides a set of BIM and CAD tools supported by a cloud-based common data environment that facilitates project delivery from early-stage design through to construction. The bundle includes popular Autodesk tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, FormIT, and Navisworks Manage, with access to 12 integrated CAD and BIM tools.

    $435

    per month

    Siemens Valor

    Score7.3 out of 10
    N/ASiemens' Valor is a software tool in manufacturing and process engineering editions. Its manufacturing solutions enable utilizing data generated across production operations. The solutions provides a platform for gathering, analyzing and leveraging data from all machines and processes on the shop floor. Dashboards and reports provide views into equipment, line and factory performance, including enterprise resource planning (ERP). Manufacturing analytics for materials and automation of…N/A
    Pricing
    Autodesk AEC CollectionSiemens Valor
    Editions & Modules
    AEC Collection - Monthly Subscription
    $435
    per month per user
    AEC Collection - Yearly Subscription
    $3,465
    per year per user
    AEC Collection - 3-Year Subscription
    $10,395
    3 years per user
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Autodesk AEC CollectionSiemens Valor
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Features
    Autodesk AEC CollectionSiemens Valor
    Computer-Aided Design Software
    Comparison of Computer-Aided Design Software features of Autodesk AEC Collection and Siemens Valor
    Feature
    Autodesk AEC Collection
    9.4
    1 Ratings
    23% above category average
    Siemens Valor
    -
    Ratings
    3D Modeling10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    2D Drafting10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Rendering and Visualization10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Parametric Design9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Collaboration and Sharing10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compatibility with other software and formats8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Assembly Design10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Simulation and Analysis8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Documentation and Annotation10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customization and Extensions9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Autodesk AEC CollectionSiemens Valor
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (4 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Usability
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Autodesk AEC CollectionSiemens Valor
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    If you are a commercial contractor or subcontractor, Autodesk AEC Collection, along with other Autodesk software is a must. There is no other way to design estimate and plan large construction. For residential construction, It may not be as necessary but it could still be useful if your primary construction projects are new builds rather than renovations.
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    Siemens AG
    Automate the process for DFM and DFT. Reduce rework.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • Collaboration with multiple users and
    • Software for Computer Assisted Design
    • Saving and Documentation of Plans and Blueprints
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    Siemens AG
    • VPL: component info from Siemens library server, component management.
    • NPI: integration with Xpedition Designer.
    • Easy to install and configure Valor.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • Revit is limited in its use for civil engineering and landscape architecture.
    • There are bugs due to the complex nature of the software.
    • Use of software requires the latest high-tech computers.
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    Siemens AG
    • Valor NPI licenses: we are working with Siemens to resolve the issue that Siemens doesn't check out the "command-line" Valor NPI Xpedition license when running Valor checking from Xpedition Designer.
    • Valor Process Prep: we discovered a defect in the product. Currently waiting for a fix.
    • Rule checking: Too many false positives.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Autodesk
    I gave a rating of 10 because, thus far, Autodesk AEC Collection Seems to be on the leading edge for what is required for the construction planning, implementation, and continued of real-world assets. Autodesk has been a great benefit for our organization and has allowed us to continue to improve not only ourselves but the people we work with. We have been using Autodesk AEC Collection for a number of years and hope to continue for a long time coming.
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    Siemens AG
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    Usability
    Autodesk
    The software has a significant learning curve. You also must know and understand construction standards and codes. Each member of our BIM team has spent 10+ years in construction and has had years of software training. The software also requires powerful computers to render the models. Without a BIM focused gpu and processor, the software will seem less usable when in reality, the computer is not capable of running the software properly
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    Siemens AG
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    Alternatives Considered
    Autodesk
    Other products that have been used include Civil Designer and Model Maker for civil services. Other products for structural designs include aq product called "SEDA" These products are not included in the listings.
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    Siemens AG
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • Positive impact on collaboration between disciplines.
    • Products are the industry standard, which allows for collaboration with other firms.
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    Siemens AG
    • Helps us establish a standard of work.
    • Help us streamline the DFM and DFT process.
    • Help us reduce rework.
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