BIM vs CAD: Key Differences & When to Use for AEC Projects
BIM vs CAD is more than 2D versus 3D. This UK guide sets out the key differences for architecture, engineering and construction teams, Autodesk’s UK prices on 30 September 2026 (AutoCAD LT £492 a year against £2,712 for Revit), the ISO 19650, Information Management Mandate and golden thread rules behind the choice, a worked £57,345 year-one switching example, and a clear project-by-project answer on when to use each.
