Autodesk Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection vs. Trimble Connect

Integrated BIM tools for building design, civil infrastructure, and construction. Get access to a set of integrated tools that equip you to meet any project challenge – now and in the future. Use powerful BIM and CAD workflows enabled by a comprehensive set of software and services to deliver your best work and stay competitive. Why a collection? • Be ready for anything with a full set of BIM tools Get an essential set of tools, including Revit and AutoCAD, at a great price. And with access to over a dozen more tools, you can try new workflows or projects.

Trimble Connect is an open, cloud-based common data environment (CDE) and collaboration solution for global commercial building, civil construction, and geospatial firms. It provides value across the entire construction project lifecycle, from design teams finding fewer clashes and faster reviews to fabricators having constructible models and smoother coordination. Trimble Connect allows teams to: -Store, organize, and manage version-controlled files across teams. -View, inspect, and overlay over 60 industry file formats—including 2D drawings, 3D models, and point clouds.