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CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE FULL
CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE PRO
CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE SOFTWARE

If money is an issue, start with Pro, because you’ll get a $500 Rebate toward a Premium purchase.

CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE SOFTWARE

Available Software and Support Assurance (SSA) program is available.

Free plan viewer for read-only Chief plan and layout files.

Annotation sets (these are extremely useful).

Many material definition options for better rendering.

Multiple copy or reflect tools (These save a LOT of time).

CAD details and ability to add CAD block to libraries.

3D slab and primitive tools (I couldn’t function without this).

Change and save framing detail on per wall basis.

Roof options for curved roofs, custom gutters, and exposed rafters.

Tons of cabinet options, panels, feet, moldings, etc.

Walls can be put on different layers (very useful).

No double-wall capability for walls, windows, or doors.

Accurate floor and ceiling layout capabilities.

Excellent Raytracing (I do all my rendering with this).

Some simple layer tools (these are like a ‘Moped’ compared to Chief’s ‘Ferrari’ layer tools).

Some roof options for curved roofs, custom gutters, and exposed rafters.

18 x 24 maximum layout size and one layout page at a time per plan (this would drive me nuts).

CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE PRO

The SSA option is not available for the Pro version.įor a detailed comparison matrix of these two products, visit: It’s an excellent option for those on a budget or who only need basic (but excellent) 2D and 3D drawing tools. Home Designer Pro 2015 is basically a scaled-down version of Chief Architect X6 for only $495. I definitely recommend budgeting $445 for SSA every year. I highly recommend the annual SSA, because you get access to training videos, library items, unlimited support, and available upgrades.

CHIEF ARCHITECT PREMIER PROFESSIONAL HOME DESIGN SOFTWARE FULL

What It Will Cost YouĪ full license for Chief Architect X6 is priced at $2,695 with a one year Software and Support Assurance (SSA) program. I work with many homeowners and contractors who use Home Designer Pro. But beware… the Home Pro version doesn’t offer the advanced features found in Chief Architect Premier.įortunately, both Home Pro and Premier are compatible with each other and have the ability to share files. Home Pro vs Chief Architect Premierįor users on a tight budget, Home Pro is an excellent choice for getting started in 2D and 3D CAD. I often get asked which Chief Architect program is better for drawing plans: Home Designer Pro 2015 or the more expensive X6 Premier? Here’s my take on both. By Dan Baumann on in Articles, Chief Architect, Featured