Comparison

BIMx vs PeerChat by Buildpeer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BIMx

Explore and collaborate on architectural BIM projects with interactive 3D models and linked documentation. Visualize designs, access BIM data, and streamline communication between the construction site and office.

Highlights
  • Interactive 2D & 3D BIM model exploration
  • Linked 2D documentation and 3D views
  • Access BIM element data
  • On-site collaboration tools
  • Game-like 3D navigation
  • Real-time 3D cutaways
  • Measure in 3D and 2D
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Graphisoft’s BIMx is an interactive app for exploring BIM projects and linked documentation sets created in Archicad, MEP Designer, and DDScad. Please download to visualize or collaborate on architectural design projects on your mobile device(s). BIMx offers professional building visualization with game-like navigation to explore and visualize architectural projects. BIMx features the ‘BIMx hyper-model’ – allowing non-design professionals to explore and fully understand architectural design intent, view project deliverables, and access element-level BIM data. BIMx links the 3D model with the relevant 2D documentation layouts, providing a seamless way to view the 3D cutaway model in the context of a 2D layout — and vice versa. BIMx connects the construction site with the architect’s office for streamlined collaboration. Real-time model cut-throughs, in-context measuring, and project markups in the model context make BIMx your best on-site BIM companion. Drive the design narrative on the building site for fast, specific client feedback. Features: • Hyperlinked 2D & 3D views with interactive markers • Trace 2D drawings on 3D with animation • Access project and building component-related BIM information • Superfast 2D documentation viewer • Game-like 3D navigation • Gravity & Egress recognition • Option to access a Hyper-model element from outside of the app • Google Cardboard VR support on iPhones • Real-time 3D cutaway • Cut Plane Color Picker • Shading options • Shadow casting • Sun positioning by date and time • Measure in 3D and on 2D layouts • Explore 3D models of any size thanks to the streaming 3D engine • Save Favorites • Create compelling presentations • Print support, PDF export • Keyboard, mouse, and gamepad support BIMx Pro features, available with Graphisoft account-based licensing: • Issue creation – BCF-based documentation revisioning • Hide 3D elements and control Layer visibility in the virtual model • Customizable Cut Plane Explore the BIMx Pro features with the built-in demo model. Joining BIMcloud in Hyper-models published from Teamwork projects unlocks messaging and Pro features. View our Terms of Use: https://graphisoft.com/legal/terms-of-use/bimx-ios and Privacy Policy: https://graphisoft.com/legal/privacy-policy Send your comments and suggestions to bimx@graphisoft.com!

About

PeerChat by Buildpeer

Features
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Comunicación centralizada: Gestiona conversaciones, equipos y colaboradores externos en un solo lugar. Envía documentos, fotos y más a través de PeerChat. Adiós a los chats desordenados y los correos interminables. Ahorra tiempo y evita retrasos: Sigue cada detalle en tiempo real, mejora la coordinación y mantén tu proyecto en marcha sin contratiempos. Compatibilidad con archivos estándar de la industria: Comparte y revisa formatos esenciales en la industria de la construcción sin complicaciones.

Screenshots

BIMx4 screens
PeerChat by Buildpeer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PeerChat by Buildpeer at every 9 days against BIMx's every 5 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BIMx ships an update every 5 weeks, PeerChat by Buildpeer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
BIMx versus PeerChat by Buildpeer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBIMxPeerChat by Buildpeer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (167 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings167 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB64 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGraphisoft SEPlanboard

Bugs and requests

BIMx

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with downloading and opening models
  • Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
  • Inconsistent rendering and color issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to annotate and markup models
  • Support for more CAD file formats beyond ArchiCAD
  • Improved camera controls and navigation
  • Integration with desktop ArchiCAD software

PeerChat by Buildpeer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BIMx

No in-app purchases

None

PeerChat by Buildpeer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BIMx free?
BIMx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PeerChat by Buildpeer free?
PeerChat by Buildpeer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BIMx or PeerChat by Buildpeer have ads?
Neither BIMx nor PeerChat by Buildpeer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BIMx or PeerChat by Buildpeer?
BIMx ships an update every 5 weeks, and PeerChat by Buildpeer every 9 days. Most recently, BIMx was updated on September 24, 2026 and PeerChat by Buildpeer on August 20, 2026.

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