--- description: Review of RIB SpecLink Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: RIB SpecLink | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Architecture Design Software](/directory/4182/architecture/software) > [RIB SpecLink](/software/409156/speclink) # RIB SpecLink Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/409156/speclink Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/409156/speclink?page=2) > SpecLink is a construction specification software designed to help businesses enhance the specification process at every stage of the construction lifecycle. Key features include document management, master specification content, WYSIWYG editor, choice lists, and intelligent links. Teams using SpecLink can automatically convert Revit files into VIM (Virtual Information Modeling) files through Unity 3D gaming technology. The virtual models allow managers to isolate individual layers or objects within the model, view information embedded in the BIM objects, and highlight BIM objects on-screen. Additionally, the platform enables users to compare changes against previous versions to identify additions or the latest changes to the model. SpecLink lets teams synchronize BIM models and specs to facilitate coordination and identify potential conflicts. Pricing is available on annual subscription and support is extended via live chat, phone, email, and online inquiry form. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 117 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 117 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: RIB Software - **Founded**: 1961 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Prices listed are for one concurrent user. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, China, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland and 16 more ## Features - 3D Imaging - BIM Modeling - Bills of Material - Customisable Reports - Customisable Templates - Data Import/Export - Document Management - Document Storage - For AEC Industry - Multiple Projects - Project Management - Project Workflow - Real-Time Notifications - Role-Based Permissions - Scheduling - Template Management - Third-Party Integrations ## Support Options - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Architecture Design Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4182/architecture/software) ## Related Categories - [Architecture Design Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4182/architecture/software) - [Construction Project Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/19/project-management-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Simple to use and insert intelligent references for standards, ease to create Masters, and lots of useful tutorials. ----- ### "Firm Specification Manager's Perspective." — 5.0/5 > **Brad** | *1 April 2026* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Ease of switching paragraphs on or off compared to word where I would be deleting things. Also, being notified of updates to references rather than having to do research myself or finding out about errors after the fact. > > **Cons**: I have not been able to add manufacturer 'tracked' content to my company's master specification sections. This would be a great benefit to other design team members that are referencing this material, so that outdated manufacturer information does not enter current sections. > > Having used SpecLink at other firms in the past, using tools that have been vetted out for my company's preferences and lesson's learned helps streamline the 'spec writing' process. Now that I am managing the office masters at my current firm, I have confidence that when others produce specs, they are as up to date and correct as possible. When this idea was first presented to upper management, the cost was deemed very valuable for the benefits. ----- ### "RIB Speclink Gets the Job Done" — 5.0/5 > **Ian** | *28 May 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: All our specs are in one place. Must quicker to turn sections on and off than retyping entire spec sections. Allows for standardized specs across the firm. > > **Cons**: It can be a little unintuitive on what exactly you are turning on and off. I also would like to see some sort of reference function where turning off something in part 1 also turns it off in 2 and 3. > > Positive. It is a significant improvement over word doc specs. It is also clear that RIB is actively developing the product to be better all the time. ----- ### "Worth the cost" — 4.0/5 > **Wayne** | *1 April 2026* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Overall support provided by RIB has always been constant and prompt. Live humans always responding. > > **Cons**: Somewhat complex functions in the pulldown menus which are not always logical requiring additional support. > > Excellent and a reliable resource which my team has come to rely on daily to develop accurate specifications. ----- ### "Excellent spec writing software" — 4.0/5 > **Patrick** | *1 April 2026* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Relatively easy to use when generating specifications, with all paragraphs visible throughout each section. > > **Cons**: Some aspects are difficult to use, such as creating page footers, or editing global terms. We have also seen a few glitches with choice fields displaying the wrong information, or duplicate information. > > It has been an overall positive experience and has worked well for us for most of the past 15 years we've been using both local and cloud-based versions of BSD SpecLink-e and RIB SpecLink. ----- Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/409156/speclink?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/409156/speclink) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data