Plan7architect Reviews 143

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers highlight the affordability and powerful capabilities of the product, considering it a sweet spot for their needs. People appreciate the user-friendly instructions and the intuitive app, which allows them to quickly create detailed floor plans and 3D visualizations. Consumers find the software particularly useful for early-stage planning, testing different layouts, and avoiding costly mistakes before construction. The positive user experience is a recurring theme, with reviewers noting the stability of the program and the seamless switch between 2D and 3D views. People also value the ability to produce both construction drawings and client presentations, making their processes more efficient. The software's compatibility with various file formats and its extensive object catalog are also highly appreciated.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I started using Plan7Architect last year on multi-family housing projects. What surprised me most was how quickly I was able to set up both the structural plans and presentation views. Switching betwe... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ran it through UTM on my iPad Air, exactly like in the tutorial video surprisingly fast. I’m not an architect, just a homeowner redesigning my kitchen, and this software made it easy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I didn’t expect much but wow… Plan7 Pro is actually really good. I planned our whole house extension in a weekend. My wife even started adding her own ideas, super fun.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

i like the program alot, but i made some mistakes in the beginning bcuz i didnt understand the roof tools. after some tries it worked fine tho. now i can plan our extension in detail and its super hel... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used Plan7 Pro to prepare the drawings for our building permit. Honestly I was a bit worried if the planning office would accept them, but they did without any problem. The program gave me clean 2D... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve tried several CAD programs in the past, but most of them were either too expensive or too complicated for my needs. Plan7Architect hit the sweet spot – affordable, powerful, and still easy to use... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a small GC, I use this to show clients options quickly. Exports well to PDF and DWG. Professional result for a fair price.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A little learning curve but worth it. The 3D renders look far better than I expected for a one-time purchase.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Installed Plan7Architect on my iPad Pro M4 via UTM following their video tutorial – works perfectly! I’m planning my new house extension and love how smooth it runs even on a tablet.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We’re contractors and use Plan7 to show layouts to clients before we start. The 3D walkthrough makes a huge difference, people get excited and sign faster.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m an architecture student used it for coursework and presentations. Good enough for study work and quick visuals.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Installed on my Mac via UTM and it runs great. Helped our small construction firm present plans professionally.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer support answered my question quickly and the issue was solved. That plus the software makes this a 5-star buy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I planned my kitchen remodel with Plan7Architect and it saved me weeks of back-and-forth with my contractor. Very intuitive and great 3D views.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought Plan7 Pro because I wanted to design a small addition for my parents’ house. At first I was nervous because I’ve never used CAD software before, but the tutorials helped a lot. After two even... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used it to design a backyard deck and printable plans were spot on. Contractor was happy with the detail.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I mainly use it to compare different versions of our dream home. Sometimes I make one plan with a big kitchen, another with an extra bedroom, and then I just switch back and forth. The 3D import is aw... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

At first confusing, but the tutorials are good once you follow them you can do a lot. I built a 2-storey plan and the sun simulation was super helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought it for a home extension project. It made communicating with the architect much easier he actually used my plan as a starting point.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a hobby builder with no prior training, I was able to create both 2D and 3D plans within four days. The video tutorials helped a lot. At first I had trouble with roof overhangs and outside walls sh... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I hesitated for weeks before buying. In the end, the 14-day money-back guarantee convinced me. And I’m glad I did: it’s much more capable than I expected. The fact that it supports DWG/DXF import/expo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used Plan7Architect to plan a kitchen remodel very easy to learn and the 3D view helped my contractor understand exactly what I wanted. Highly recommended!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We run a small renovation company and often need to produce concept designs quickly. Plan 7Architect is perfect for that. I can measure up a client’s space, draw the existing walls, then test out diff... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are retired and just wanted to remodel our small bungalow. We are not very technical people but with some patience we managed to draw our house. The 3D walk-through was amazing, it felt like seeing... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Saved us time and money. We created two layout options and our builder loved the exported plans. Solid software for small contractors.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We planned our new home completely with Plan7Architect. The best feature is being able to walk through the house virtually and notice issues early. For example, we realized the hallway was too narrow... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Useful library of objects and fast to sketch basic foundations. I drew my garage and printed plans for the builder.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I get frustrated with complicated programs this one strikes the right balance. Quick to start, deep enough features.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If you want a cheap but useful tool to visualize renovations, this is it. Works well on a normal laptop.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great one-time purchase. No subscription, lots of features. I drew my whole house in a weekend and the prints were ready for the builder.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Student-friendly and powerful. Did multiple class projects with it fast and reliable for presentations.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really impressed. Imported a SketchUp model and combined it with my floor plan. Worked without fuss.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed. The object library is large and renders look surprisingly good for the price.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We used Plan7Architect to stage a property for sale. Prospective buyers loved the 3D walkthrough we sold faster.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve worked with Chief Architect before (which costs over $200/month). Plan7Architect obviously isn’t identical, but it’s based on similar foundations. For my private projects, I honestly don’t see th... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Plan7Architect Pro 5 feels more stable on complex projects than earlier versions. The switch between 2D and 3D views is noticeably improved. I used it to prepare planning documents for a local authori... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been in the construction business for over 20 years. Normally we work with expensive CAD solutions that cost thousands per year. For private side projects I wanted something lightweight but not a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I manage design work for a building company that handles steel structures, barns, and modern family homes. Plan7Architect has proven reliable for all of these. We especially appreciate how foundations... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a woman I like to test out many different versions before we decide on something final :) With Plan7 architect I can switch designs around so fast. The 3D import is crazy, there are endless options... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I got Plan7architect Pro to help me plan a renovation in our home. Honestly I thought it would be really hard to learn but it was easier than expected. After a couple evenings playing around I already... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought this software just for one project – to rebuild my parents' old house from my childhood. Then I exported it to Twinmotion and made a little animation for their 40th anniversary. When I showed... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am an architect myself and bought Plan7 architect Pro mostly out of curiosity, to test it. I didn't expect much but was very impressed. I used it for both small and larger projects just to see how i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I run a small construction company and first wanted to test layouts for clients. Now I use Plan7Architect regularly. What I really appreciate is that I can show not just sketches but real 2D drawings... See more

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Plan7Architect is a powerful and intuitive 2D & 3D architectural design software for creating professional house and floor plans. Designed for both beginners and professionals, it offers advanced tools for modeling, interior design, landscaping, and detailed construction drawings. With features like customizable wall structures, sections, elevations, and export to PDF, DWG, DXF, Plan7Architect provides everything you need to plan new builds, renovations, and interior projects with precision.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

im not a pro

im not a pro, i just like to tinker. i drew my shed, then the garden, then even my neighbor’s house lol. it’s just fun to see it in 3d. never thought i’d spend so many evenings on a cad program but here i am.

August 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I like the program alot

i like the program alot, but i made some mistakes in the beginning bcuz i didnt understand the roof tools. after some tries it worked fine tho. now i can plan our extension in detail and its super helpful.

September 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I mainly use it to compare different…

I mainly use it to compare different versions of our dream home. Sometimes I make one plan with a big kitchen, another with an extra bedroom, and then I just switch back and forth. The 3D import is awesome – I keep adding furniture and plants I find online, there seems to be no limit. It’s like playing The Sims but for real life haha.

August 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are retired and just wanted to…

We are retired and just wanted to remodel our small bungalow. We are not very technical people but with some patience we managed to draw our house. The 3D walk-through was amazing, it felt like seeing the finished project before it even started. At our age, having such clarity before calling a builder gives us peace of mind.

August 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought Plan7 Pro because I wanted to…

I bought Plan7 Pro because I wanted to design a small addition for my parents’ house. At first I was nervous because I’ve never used CAD software before, but the tutorials helped a lot. After two evenings I had a pretty detailed model and could even walk through it in 3D. My parents were amazed to see their old home with the new extension on the screen. It gave them confidence in the project before we even hired a builder.

August 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

I am an architect myself and bought Plan7 architect Pro mostly out of curiosity, to test it. I didn't expect much but was very impressed. I used it for both small and larger projects just to see how it performs. Honestly, if more clients would send me DWG files exported from this program, it would save me hours in AutoCAD. Very good value for the price.

September 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love how easy it is

As a woman I like to test out many different versions before we decide on something final :) With Plan7 architect I can switch designs around so fast. The 3D import is crazy, there are endless options to decorate and try new things. I've built like 5 versions of our dream home already and I'm still not done haha.

September 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Made design work feel personal

I bought this software just for one project – to rebuild my parents' old house from my childhood. Then I exported it to Twinmotion and made a little animation for their 40th anniversary. When I showed it to them, they were both in tears. They said it was the best gift ever. I never thought software like this could make such emotional memories possible.

September 26, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing

I bought this software hoping it would be far better than free alternatives out there but was sadly disappointed.

I found the software to be extremely clunky and not at all intuitive to use.

The bank of objects available have entirely unrealistic measurements, like baths that are 2.7m long by 1.7m wide!

Rotating objects, like a kitchen sink, in 2d by a simple 180 degrees (to get the tap on the correct side) is impossible, with or without snap settings, because either way the software would snap to about 150 degrees or 210 degrees, leaving the sink at a 30 degree angle to the wall!

Despite setting default measurements to metric, there was no way to show 2D plans in metric, without clicking on each measurement separately.

I'll be applying for my 14 day refund. I wonder how straightforward that will be.

September 26, 2025
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Reply from Plan7architect

Hello Leigh,

we are sorry to hear that you had this experience with the software. The issues you mention are all very simple to solve and are covered in the basic tutorials.

Object sizes: every object can be resized easily. Just click on the object and adjust the dimensions that appear at the sides, or in 3D mode drag the corners to make it larger, smaller, or reposition it.

Rotating objects: in 2D you can rotate an object by selecting it and pressing CTRL + D (each press rotates it by 25°). Alternatively, after placing an object, click on it and use the small circular arrows at the corners to rotate it freely.

Metric settings: all measurements can be switched to metric at once. This is demonstrated in the very first “Getting Started” tutorial on our website.

For best results, we always recommend watching the short introduction video first, where a complete house is planned step by step — this makes the workflow much easier.

If you would still prefer a refund, please just send us a quick email and we will process it the same day to the payment method you used for the order.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easier Than I Expected

I got Plan7architect Pro to help me plan a renovation in our home. Honestly I thought it would be really hard to learn but it was easier than expected. After a couple evenings playing around I already had a full plan. My wife also loves it – she started changing the kitchen layout herself and we both spend evenings looking at different ideas in 3D. It made our planning much less stressful.

September 25, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not for layman

I have been trying to use this software for weeks. I even took it to my brother, he is a draftsman and uses CAD all the time. I can't even figure out how to set dimensions on a wall. The tutorial video's move so fast you can't follow them. I wish I never bought this it is so frustrating.

September 25, 2025
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Reply from Plan7architect

Hello Rick,
we’re sorry to hear that you had difficulties getting started with the software. Plan7Architect is a professional-grade tool, but it is designed to be accessible even without prior CAD experience. Setting dimensions on walls is a very basic function and can be done in just a few clicks. It is also shown right at the beginning of our “Getting Started” video tutorial (minute 1).
Please contact our support team and we’ll be happy to guide you through the process personally. We also provide updated tutorials on request.

If you find the videos too fast, please note that they are standard YouTube videos and can easily be slowed down using the playback speed option.

We want every customer to have a positive experience — please reach out so we can help you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable Tool

I manage design work for a building company that handles steel structures, barns, and modern family homes. Plan7Architect has proven reliable for all of these. We especially appreciate how foundations, roofs, and technical installations can be integrated into one workflow. The ability to present realistic 3D views to clients, while also producing precise 2D drawings for the build team, makes our process far more efficient.

September 23, 2025
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