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Navisworks vs SmartBid

Navisworks
Top Rated
15 Ratings
SmartBid
13 Ratings

Navisworks

Top Rated
15 Ratings
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Score 9 out of 100

Based on 15 reviews and ratings

SmartBid

13 Ratings
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Score 8.1 out of 100

Based on 13 reviews and ratings

Likelihood to Recommend

Navisworks

Navisworks is a key tool if doing any 3D model coordination with other trades. It will allow you to view your model content with others to know for certain that your design is accurate and can be assembled. Navisworks also comes with a lot of additional tools to make this process easy.

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Aaron James | TrustRadius Reviewer
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SmartBid

As mentioned before in some of the previous questions, the confidentiality agreement feature is extremely helpful. I have worked on several projects where it's so early in the design phase that the documents are considered confidential and we are required to get a signed NDA from every person who sees the documents. This feature makes it extremely painless. SmartBidNet is less appropriate if you're just doing a quick cost exercise where you might not need to contact several subs. It's easier to just use email and a cloud sharing program like Box or Egnyte.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Feature Rating Comparison

Construction Project & Field Management

Navisworks
7.3
SmartBid
9.8
Plan distribution & viewing
Navisworks
7.9
SmartBid
9.5
Plan markups & sharing
Navisworks
8.4
SmartBid
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Issue tracking & punchlists
Navisworks
8.0
SmartBid
—
Photo documentation
Navisworks
6.3
SmartBid
—
Jobsite reports
Navisworks
6.5
SmartBid
—
Document sharing
Navisworks
7.3
SmartBid
9.5
RFI tools
Navisworks
5.4
SmartBid
9.8
Collaboration & approvals
Navisworks
7.5
SmartBid
10.0
As-built drawings
Navisworks
7.9
SmartBid
—
Mobile app
Navisworks
6.8
SmartBid
10.0
Submittal design and management
Navisworks
8.7
SmartBid
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Estimating

Navisworks
5.7
SmartBid
—
Takeoff tools
Navisworks
5.9
SmartBid
—
Job costing
Navisworks
7.0
SmartBid
—
Cost databases
Navisworks
7.0
SmartBid
—
Cost calculator
Navisworks
4.5
SmartBid
—
Bid creation
Navisworks
4.0
SmartBid
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Pros

Navisworks

  • Model Viewing, the navigation tools are really easy to use for walking through the model, especially if viewpoints are set up for key locations.
  • The take-offs work really well and can be very quick and easy if the model was built right.

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christian Maxwell | TrustRadius Reviewer
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SmartBid

  • Extremely User-Friendly
  • Constant Reminders

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Cons

Navisworks

  • A link to BIM 360 Model Coordination is a serious shortcoming. It used to be easy to link to models loaded to BIM 360 Glue for more in depth clash detection.
  • I would have liked the ability to export a simulation created in Navisworks to 3DS Max for a more immersive animation with decent material mapping and better animation tools.
  • I would like to be able to view/create BIM 306 Docs/Field issues directly in Navisworks. In the current workflow we have to use other file formats to work within BIM 360. It would be more productive to be able to navigate the model through Navisworks and to create viewpoints and issues from within Navisworks.

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Roelie Oelofse | TrustRadius Reviewer
Roelie Oelofse
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SmartBid

  • Ability to download all without having to be a zip file.
  • Provide a submittal board for questions and answers.

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Matthew Smith | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Support Rating

Navisworks

Navisworks 7.4
Based on 9 answers
Autodesk owns Navisworks, and it seems to have a pretty good support network. A lot of the troubleshooting or support information is provided through an online database, so you most likely would not be getting any personal attention with your issues. Since there are so many users for Navisworks, there is a lot of information on the web.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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SmartBid

SmartBid 9.5
Based on 2 answers
SmartBid has an excellent support team that is always at your service. Any problem I've had (when I've even had them) has been resolved almost immediately, along with tips on how to avoid them in the future. If you're looking for a program with excellent customer service, look no further than SmartBid.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Alternatives Considered

Navisworks

It can integrate many different types of file formats of all types of design including architectural, structural, interior, MEP. It has good ability to make walk through videos and make it inclusion with the timeline. Clash detection is the main feature which sets it apart from the other software. No other programs has as effective clash detection as Navisworks.

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Malhar Modi, LEED AP, CMIT | TrustRadius Reviewer
Malhar Modi, LEED AP, CMIT
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SmartBid

  • Better ability for subcontractors to respond via program.
  • Simpler interface.
  • Easier note tracking.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Return on Investment

Navisworks

  • In operations, the clash detection feature has been very positive.
  • In preconstruction/estimating, it's been positive, but I can't say there is a direct indication of a positive ROI. It does, however, help with the precon/estimating process.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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SmartBid

  • It is a big time saver compared to sending out individual emails.
  • It saves time in having multiple individual databases for company contact info.
  • It ensures that everyone is getting the same information.

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Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Screenshots

Navisworks

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Pricing Details

Navisworks

General

Free Trial
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Free/Freemium Version
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Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Entry-level set up fee?
No

SmartBid

General

Free Trial
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Free/Freemium Version
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Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
No

Rating Summary

Likelihood to Recommend

Navisworks
9.0
SmartBid
8.5

Support Rating

Navisworks
7.4
SmartBid
9.5

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