Brief Comparison -
Description Navisworks
For Engineering Professionals
Purpose Model review & coordination tool
Clash detection & model aggregation
Allows real time review with the
stakeholders
Core Features
Allows mark-up, real time annotations
for the multiple engineering
department. Allows model walk
throughs.
Integrates with all AutoCAD packages,
Integration with software
DGN & IFC
Good for person with Autocad
knowledge, and it connects wide
Usability range of disciplines from Architect to
Detailing team
Simpler Learning Curve
Strong for Model Review and
Approvals
Effective for Engineering Reviews with
Output
all stakeholders
Timeline simulaiton is possible but not
details
Synchro Pro
For Construciton Management /
Control Professionals
for 4D Simulation during construction
phase of Project
Construction Scheduling Integration in
model
It can associate the resources with
each task. Thus, construction
Resources can be evaluated in the
model.
Offers realistic construction phase
visualization including duraiton for all
stakeholders. Schedule changes are
automatically updated in the 4D
model.
Integrates IFC for all including Tekla,
and schedule from P6 and MSP
Person should have construction
knowledge, Scheduling knoweldge &
concepts of construction logistics
Steep learning curve
4D Construction simulation in detail
Good for training the construction
professional before the job
Showcasing resource leveling with
visuals