ViewCAD vs SiteOfSight
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ViewCAD
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ViewCAD – The Ultimate CAD Viewer for iPhone & iPad ViewCAD by Tensile3D is a powerful CAD model viewer app that empowers engineers, architects, designers, and professionals to view, inspect, and share 2D and 3D CAD files directly from their mobile device. Whether you are on-site, traveling, or in meetings, ViewCAD makes your models accessible anytime, anywhere. Key Features View 40+ CAD Formats Supports industry-standard formats including: • AutoCAD (DWG, DXF) • Revit (RVT, RFA) • Navisworks (NWD) • Inventor (IPT, IAM) • SolidWorks (SLDPRT, SLDASM) • CATIA V4/V5/V6 (3DXML) • Rhino (3DM) • STEP, STP, STPX • IGES (IGS, IGES) • STL, OBJ, FBX • IFC, DGN, JT, VRML, U3D, PDF, and many more Open files created in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA, Rhino3D, Creo, Microstation, Siemens NX, Solid Edge, and other leading CAD software effortlessly on your mobile device. Explode View Disassemble complex assemblies to inspect individual components. Adjust explosion distances with a smooth slider for better understanding. Walk & Fly Mode Experience your designs from a first-person perspective. Navigate using on-screen joysticks – ideal for walkthroughs, design reviews, and client presentations. Cut Planes Slice models along any axis to reveal internal geometry and hidden details for precise inspection. Offline Access Download processed models for reliable offline viewing – essential for field engineers, site supervisors, and traveling professionals. Fast Cloud Processing Large and complex files are optimized quickly on our secure cloud engine for smooth performance on your device. How to Use ViewCAD 1 Sign In/Up: Create your free Tensile3D account. 2 Upload: Tap "Upload" in the Library tab to select your CAD file. 3 Process: Our cloud engine optimizes your file for mobile viewing. 4 Download: Save the processed model for offline access. 5 View & Inspect: Explore using Explode, Walk/Fly, Cut Planes, and more. New users receive free credits to process files. Need additional credits? Visit our pricing page anytime. Why Choose ViewCAD? • Supports 40+ CAD file formats • View 2D and 3D CAD models offline • Optimized for large assemblies and complex models • Immersive Walk/Fly mode for design walkthroughs • Intuitive UI with smooth navigation controls • Built for engineers, architects, mechanical designers, civil professionals, and product designers Use Cases • View AutoCAD DWG and DXF files on-site without carrying a laptop • Inspect Revit models (RVT, RFA) during construction meetings • Review Navisworks (NWD) coordination models for clash detection and site planning • Examine Inventor parts and assemblies (IPT, IAM) for mechanical design validation • Analyze SolidWorks models (SLDPRT, SLDASM) during manufacturing reviews • Explore CATIA V4, V5, V6 designs for automotive and aerospace projects • Open Rhino3D (3DM) files for product and architectural concept presentations • Review STEP, IGES, STL, OBJ, FBX files across disciplines • Inspect IFC models for BIM coordination and construction planning • View Microstation DGN files for infrastructure projects • Open Siemens NX and Solid Edge files for mechanical and assembly analysis Download ViewCAD today – your CAD models, anywhere. Subscription Information ViewCAD offers auto-renewable subscriptions to access premium features and additional processing credits. • Subscription duration and pricing are shown at the time of purchase • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tensile3d.com/privacy-policy
SiteOfSight
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SiteOfSight is a mobile IFC/BIM viewer that lets you inspect building models directly on your phone - fast, fluid, and fully offline. Take your model to the job site, the office, or the field, with no internet connection required. FEATURES • 3D Model Viewing Open, rotate, and inspect complex BIM models smoothly on your phone. • buildingSMART Hierarchy Navigate, search, and filter through the Project > Site > Building > Storey > Element tree. • Floor Plan & Walk Mode Move between floors, browse the floor plan, or step inside the space with walk mode. • Section Cuts & X-Ray Cut the model along any plane, or switch to X-Ray to see through it. • Precise Measurement Snap to corners and edge midpoints for accurate distance and angle measurements. • Element Properties Tap any element to instantly see all its IFC properties, including property sets (Psets). • Offline IFC Glossary Look up IFC terminology right on your device, no internet needed. • 100% On-Device Your models and measurements never leave your device. Nothing is uploaded to any server - everything is processed locally. WHO IT'S FOR Built for architects, engineers, site managers, and BIM coordinators who need to review a model without reaching for a laptop or desktop software. Pick your own .ifc file from your device, or start instantly with the built-in sample model. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
ViewCAD and SiteOfSight are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. ViewCAD sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $35.00 per month and SiteOfSight sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | ViewCAD | SiteOfSight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sahdev Joshi | Eray Alkan |
In-app purchases
ViewCAD
- 35 Credits (30 Days)$35.001 Month
- 85 Credits (60 Days)$75.002 Months
SiteOfSight
- Aylık SiteOfSight Premium$9.991 Month
- Yıllık SiteOfSight Premium$99.991 Year









