Revit BIM Tools
Ideate Software develops BIM plugins for Revit software. Our Revit BIM tools are designed to help design teams easily access, collaborate on and simulate the architectural, structural, or MEP design process while enhancing the productivity of your organization.
Companies in the architecture, engineering, construction, and owner communities across the world turn to our BIM plugins for Revit to streamline data management processes, increase the accuracy of the data in their models, and improve the health of their models.
Frequently asked questions
What are BIM plugins for Revit?
As an Autodesk Authorized Developer, Ideate Software fully understands Revit software and the needs of Revit users. The BIM tools for Revit we develop add functionality that is not found in the native software yet is requested by users.
How do they work?
Ideate Software’s BIM tools for Revit integrate with Revit, providing seamless access to them and between them and Revit.
What are the main features of BIM plugins for Revit?
A main feature of our BIM tools for Revit is that they are user friendly. They are easy to install, learn, and use, and they do exactly what they are supposed to do. Through a rigorous development process, which includes beta testing with hundreds of software users, we ensure that everyone that subscribes to our software can get a strong return on their investment.
What are the main applications of Revit BIM tools?
The applications of our Revit BIM tools span numerous workflows. Check out the Solutions pages of our website for details.
Why are we the best choice for Revit BIM tools?
Our team is committed to developing and supporting the top Revit BIM tools on the market. Our staff of architects, engineers, designers, and other professionals know the AECO community, Autodesk, Revit software, and Ideate Software tools. Our employees are here for the long haul. They consider themselves successful when our customers succeed.
How does a BIM plugin increase the functionality in Revit?
Ideate Software’s powerful BIM plugins streamline BIM tasks and data management. Use them to manage massive amounts of model data at once, keep your Revit models accurate, simplify editing, and set time-intensive tasks to run automatically in the background.
How can I install and configure a BIM plugin in Revit?
Once you have downloaded and installed Ideate Software for Revit, launch Revit for the desired version. Ideate Software tools will be displayed under the Ideate Software ribbon tab within Revit. Choose any Ideate Software tool to start the application. You can access the pull-down menu in the upper right-hand corner of any Ideate Software main dialog to review licensing as well as access online help, including the Getting Started Guides.
Are BIM plugins compatible with different versions of Revit?
Ideate Software is available for the current Revit release and three previous year versions of Revit. Visit our downloads page and install the Ideate Software bundle. After installing, navigate to the Ideate Software ribbon tab in Revit.
Revit BIM tools and software are designed to allow users to easily access, collaborate on, and simulate the architectural design and enhance the productivity of your organization. We develop the best BIM plugins for Revit software.
Contact us to discuss how our solutions can serve you. You can also download a no-cost trial and subscribe at any time.
What is a Named User license?
A Named User license is assigned to one specific person rather than shared across a network. For a step-by-step walkthrough, see the Graitec Licensing Help Center - Named User.
Are Ideate Suites replacing Ideate Software Bundles?
Yes. Going forward, Ideate Suites replace Ideate Software Bundles.
What's the difference between the Ideate Software Bundle and the Ideate Suite?
Both include the same five tools: IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky and Ideate StyleManager.
- Bundle: Each tool is licensed separately, so different people can work in different tools at once. For example, with one Bundle, five people could each use a different tool at the same time.
- Suite: One license covers all five tools for one person at a time. That person can move freely between every tool. While they're using the Suite, it isn't available to anyone else on that license until they finish.
A Named User Suite is assigned to one specific person. A single Network Cloud Floating Suite can be shared across your team, one person at a time.
Will my team need more licenses?
If several people on your team use different Ideate tools at the same time, you may need more than one Suite license. Contact us and we'll review your team's usage and help you choose the right setup.
Can I still buy an Ideate Software Bundle?
No. Bundles are no longer available for purchase. New purchases are offered as follows:
- Ideate Suite: Named User or Network Cloud Floating
- Enterprise Suite: Network Cloud Floating
- Active Host: Network Cloud Floating
- Automation: Network Cloud Floating
- Individual products: Named User or Network Cloud Floating (IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky, and Ideate StyleManager)
Can I still buy IdeateApps, BIMLink, Explorer, Sticky, or StyleManager individually?
Yes. Individual products are available as Named User or Cloud Floating licenses until the new product lineup launches with the next major release, expected mid-2027.
Will floating (network) licenses still be available?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
My organization has strict security requirements or no internet access. Can I still get a FlexLM license?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
I'm an existing customer. What happens to my current license/s?
Your existing Ideate Software subscription is moving to our new licensing system at no cost. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
- Standalone licenses become Named User licenses. Set up your Named Users in the Graitec Advantage Portal.
- Cloud Floating (network) licenses become Network Cloud Floating Suite licenses. Deploy the latest release as you have in the past, using the new license code in your migration email.
- Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes an Ideate Suite.
To keep using Ideate, update to the latest release and activate your new license by March 31, 2027. Older Ideate licenses will stop working in Q2 2027.
Using Ideate with Revit 2022 or earlier? Contact ideatesupport@graitec.com to review your options. For account questions, contact sales@ideatesoftware.com.
I have a Bundle today. What will I receive when I move to the new licensing?
Conversions are one for one. Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes one Ideate Suite, and each network Bundle becomes one Network Cloud Floating Suite. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
Where do I manage my licenses?
In the Graitec Advantage Portal. Based on customer requests, starting with the latest Ideate release, license management and license usage information are handled in Graitec Advantage, outside of Revit. We recommend bookmarking the portal.
- Named User licenses: Assign licenses to people on your team in Graitec Advantage.
- Cloud Floating Suite licenses: Deploy the latest release with your new license code as you have in the past, then manage licenses in Graitec Advantage.
Watch the Graitec Advantage walkthrough
Can I transfer a Named User license to another person?
Yes. There's no limit on the total number of transfers, but each license can be transferred up to two times within a 30-day period.
How are licenses issued?
Each product on your order is issued as its own license once your order is processed. To try a product before buying, contact us to request an evaluation license.
I want to try the Graitec AI Assistant now, but I don’t have my new license code yet. What should I do?
Existing customers: We’re delivering new license codes to existing subscribers on a rolling basis over the next few weeks. If you need access sooner, contact your Graitec sales representative.
New customers: The Graitec AI Assistant isn’t available in the Ideate trial. Contact your Graitec sales representative to request an evaluation license or purchase a 6-month subscription.
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