--- description: Review of Tekla Structures 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: Tekla Structures | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Engineering CAD Software](/directory/4321/engineering-cad/software) > [Tekla Structures](/software/405175/tekla-structures) # Tekla Structures Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/405175/tekla-structures Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/405175/tekla-structures?page=2) > Tekla Structures is the structural building information modeling (BIM) tool for all types of structures, featuring unique capabilities that enable the rapid creation of constructible models with every nut, bolt, weld, and rebar needed on the construction site or prefab shop floor. Tekla’s parametric BIM platform auto-updates models and deliverables as changes happen, including drawings, BOM, and CNC data. With game-changing automation and real-time access to the latest constructible models and related data, you can ensure everyone’s on the same page and reduce the risk of costly errors. With support for industry-standard data formats, you can share your model data with other project parties, digital construction tools, site layout, and fabrication machinery for productive workflows. Tekla Structures is used by leading structural steel detailers, rebar detailers, precast fabricators, cast-in-place concrete contractors, and structural engineers. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 37 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 37 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 3.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 70% | (7/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Trimble - **Location**: Princeton, US - **Founded**: 1978 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Other (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Pricing is custom/quote-based, and no numeric values are provided. - **Target Audience**: 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, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Dutch, English, French - **Available Countries**: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Design & Modeling - 3D Imaging - 3D Modeling - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Dashboard - Animation - Annotations - Assembly Takeoff - BIM Modeling - Bill of Materials - Bill of Materials Management - Bills of Material - Built-In Database - CAD Tools - Change Management - Collaboration Tools - Component Library - Configurable Workflow ## Integrations (5 total) - ProjectSight - SketchUp - Tekla PowerFab - Trimble Connect - WinEst Essentials ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4321/engineering-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [Engineering CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4321/engineering-cad/software) - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/20/cost-estimating-software/software) - [3D CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4384/3d-cad/software) - [Architectural CAD Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4707/architectural-cad/software) - [Concrete Cost Estimating Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/53/concrete-masonry-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Easy adaptation of software to personal needs. > > **Cons**: Pricing is not very friendly to small business. > > It would be hard to find better software for 3d modeling and workshop drawings. ----- ### "Tekla (Detailing for Engineering Construction)" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *12 March 2021* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: The best attribute of this software is that when doing a detailing of Precast or Concrete or Steel, the software itself has templates that will ease your job. For example, Austral Conct. and others have their own specifications rather than doing it one by one. > > **Cons**: The least attribute would be it has to be learned every part of the software as it has many functions and specifications. In about 2-3months of continuous application before you can really say that you are familiar with the software. > > Overall, it has been a great help with the job done and it is a great detailing tool with a lot of features that will surely be a great deal with the construction industry. ----- ### "Reliable software for structural designs." — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *4 February 2019* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like using this software especially when I have to design a certain building. And as well as making computation of loads that I will have to apply. It's easy to use and convenient in presenting for meetings of what building or structure that you and your team were planning to build. > > **Cons**: Maybe the least thing of this software was you have to be knowledgeable first in using this 3D software. If your not familiar or it is your first time using it, you'll encounter a lot of trial and error. and supervision is advice when using it as well. > > Overall experience while using this software were better than using our traditional method in designing a structure it reduces our work load and can easily edit the parts that have been misplace. ----- ### "Best collaboration tool for construction experts" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *8 January 2020* | Outsourcing/Offshoring | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: This is a tool which is used by the construction industry to collaborate and to merge 3D models, share information, and check for clashes. This is a powerful tool and yet very easy for the new users to learn the software and perform productive work. The best part of this tool is that one can use it on the mobile phones, tablets or smart devices which have the touch screen capability and the benefit of it that it can be used at the construction site to collaborate on the live project. Few of the features of this tool is like clash detection, rebar measurements, 3D navigation, create and share notes, save model views etc. > > **Cons**: Nothing much as this tool has been a powerful tool for the construction experts including the project managers to collaborate with the stakeholders of the projects. > > A lot of benefits using this tool as it reduces the gaps between the team members and streamline the communication. It also helps reducing the conflicts. ----- ### "One of the best 3D drafting software" — 5.0/5 > **Mo Sabouti,** | *3 July 2018* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: If you want to make the most accurate 3D BIM, especifically when it comes with steel structure, this is the best want to use. You can model all the details of a structural steel building not only in a 3D format, but a comprehensive report that can be utilized as bill of quantity for and valuable for making any purchase order. > > **Cons**: Although the software has many advantages, but in order to make an accurate draft, you need to spend time on learning the software and its tricks. > > Draft the most accurate structural steel 3D model and get benefit of the reporting system. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/405175/tekla-structures?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/405175/tekla-structures) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data