Comparison

Autodesk Forma vs Glazier Studio

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

Head to head
About

Autodesk Forma

This construction management app streamlines jobsite operations by allowing users to capture issues, mark up drawings, log daily reports, and access 3D models. It connects field teams with project management tools to keep work moving efficiently and make faster decisions.

Highlights
  • Capture punch list items and issues
  • Markup drawings and view 3D models
  • Log daily reports and site conditions
  • Access construction sheets and project files
  • Manage RFIs and submittals
  • Track project assets and correspondence
Features
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Capture punch list items, markup drawings, log daily reports, view the latest sheets, and review 3D models from the jobsite with the Forma mobile construction app. The Forma mobile app puts the tools and project information you rely on in your hands. Stay connected to your crews on site, manage projects, and keep work moving. Make critical decisions faster with the Forma mobile construction app: • Forma Build Essentials for efficient, focused field execution • Forma Build for connecting field execution and project management Forma Build Essentials: Built for lean crews and growing jobs. Projects are quick to set up, easy to access, and designed for everyday work on site. • Capture punch list items and issues from the field • Complete daily reports, logs, and forms • View current construction sheets, drawings, files, and models • Open project files and documentation Latest sheets, files, and models View and mark up sheets directly from the jobsite. Access project files and review 3D models to understand design intent and context. Confirm the latest versions before work begins. • View and mark up drawings • Open project files, sheets, and construction documents • Review 3D models Punch list and issue tracking Capture punch list items and issues as you walk the jobsite. Track quality concerns. Log safety observations, near misses, and good catches. Assign responsibility and track work from open to closed. • Log issues with photos, locations, and references • Assign owners and due dates • Track progress from open to closed Daily reports, checklists, and forms Capture daily activity and site conditions, complete quality or safety inspections, and attach photos, signatures, and supporting files. • Complete daily reports and logs • Record site conditions and project information • Attach photos and signatures Fast mobile workflows Open a project and jump straight into work. • Access sheets, issues, forms, photos, and models quickly • Use shortcuts for common field actions • Keep project information accessible as connectivity changes Forma Build: With Forma Build, bring the office and field together to keep projects aligned and on track with connected project management workflows. • Includes core field capabilities • Review project schedules and work plans • Manage RFIs and track responses • Access approved submittals • Capture meeting notes and manage correspondence • Track project assets • Manage document and package reviews Connected across Forma: The Forma mobile app connects you to your Forma project information, construction documents, files, and 3D models across Forma Build Essentials, Forma Build, PlanGrid, Forma Design Collaboration, and Forma Data Management, while providing access to files created in Autodesk tools like Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD. See what our customers have to say: "The ability to access 3D models from the field eliminates confusion and allows us to come to a real-time resolution for any issues onsite. This capability reduces risk and provides cost and time savings while ensuring we deliver high-quality projects to our clients." Briana Mitchell, Project Manager, Boldt Company "We have about 460 field employees and for them to access documents in real-time directly on their iPhone or their iPad is priceless." Ken Mabe, Director of Field Operations, Eckardt Group

About

Glazier Studio

Review project details and frame information from desktop software. Send updated measurements and markups back to the office, upload plans for field access, and create tasks for crews. Scan material barcodes for detailed information and capture job site photos.

Highlights
  • Review project and frame details
  • Send updated field measurements
  • Upload plans and reports
  • Make markups on documents
  • Create tasks for crews
  • Scan material barcodes
  • Capture job site photos
Features
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Glazier Studio allows you to seamlessly review project details and frame information uploaded through Glazier Studio and PartnerPak Studio desktop software. You can send updated field measurements and elevation markups back to the office for review, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Additionally, you can upload plans and reports for easy access in the field, make markups directly on these documents, and send them back for further review. The app also enables you to create tasks for shop or field crews, scan barcodes on materials like units, frames, sticks, glass, and doors to retrieve detailed information, and capture job site photos that can be reviewed by all users.

Screenshots

Autodesk Forma4 screens
Glazier Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Glazier Studio at none against Autodesk Forma's 5. Glazier Studio also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Autodesk Forma's advantage is ratings volume (22K vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. Autodesk Forma sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Glazier Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Glazier Studio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Autodesk Forma has 22K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Autodesk Forma ships an update every 9 days, Glazier Studio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Autodesk Forma versus Glazier Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutodesk FormaGlazier Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (22K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings22K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size627 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAutodesk Inc.Demichele Group

Customer experience

Autodesk Forma

All ratings21,616 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews223 reviews
Positive42.2%
Neutral7.6%
Negative50.2%

Glazier Studio

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Autodesk Forma

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to rotate photos
  • Issues with loading and viewing documents
  • Problems with task report formatting
  • Inconsistencies between mobile and desktop apps

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a to-do list feature
  • Improve report editing and customization
  • Allow selective project/document downloads
  • Enhance photo management and organization

Glazier Studio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Autodesk Forma

One-time5
  • Nailgun$49.99
  • Dozer$69.99
  • Forma Build Essentials$99.99
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  • Crane$139.99
  • Autodesk Build Unlimited$174.99
None

Glazier Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Autodesk Forma free?
Autodesk Forma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glazier Studio free?
Glazier Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Autodesk Forma or Glazier Studio?
Glazier Studio is rated higher. Autodesk Forma averages 4.7 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Glazier Studio averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Autodesk Forma or Glazier Studio have ads?
Neither Autodesk Forma nor Glazier Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Autodesk Forma or Glazier Studio?
Autodesk Forma ships an update every 9 days, and Glazier Studio every 2 weeks. Most recently, Autodesk Forma was updated on November 9, 2026 and Glazier Studio on November 3, 2026.

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