MagiCAD
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What is MagiCAD
MagiCAD is an MEP design and calculation add-on used to model building services systems such as HVAC, piping, electrical, and plumbing within common CAD/BIM authoring environments. It targets MEP engineers and designers who need manufacturer-based components, coordinated routing, and discipline-specific calculations as part of project delivery. The product differentiates through integrated MEP calculation workflows and access to manufacturer product data libraries that can be used directly in design models.
Deep MEP discipline toolset
MagiCAD provides dedicated workflows for HVAC, piping, electrical, and plumbing design rather than relying only on generic CAD drafting. It supports common MEP tasks such as routing, sizing, and system documentation within the host design environment. This can reduce the need to export models to separate calculation tools for routine design iterations.
Manufacturer-based content libraries
The platform includes access to manufacturer-specific BIM objects and product data intended for use in design models. This helps teams place components with defined parameters rather than creating custom families/blocks for every project. It can also improve consistency of schedules and documentation when the content is maintained and standardized.
Works within major CAD/BIM
MagiCAD is commonly deployed as an add-on to widely used CAD/BIM platforms, allowing teams to keep MEP workflows inside their primary authoring tool. This supports coordination with architectural/structural models and reduces duplicate modeling. It also allows firms to adopt MagiCAD capabilities without replacing their core CAD/BIM system.
Dependent on host platforms
Because MagiCAD operates as an add-on, its capabilities and performance depend on the underlying CAD/BIM application and its version compatibility. Upgrades to the host platform can require validation and coordinated updates across project teams. Organizations also need to manage licensing and deployment for both the host software and MagiCAD.
Content availability varies by region
Manufacturer libraries and localized standards support can vary by country, discipline, and vendor participation. Teams may still need to create or modify objects to match project specifications and local requirements. This can reduce the expected time savings if required content is not available or not aligned with internal standards.
Training and workflow change
The product introduces specialized MEP workflows that require training beyond basic CAD drafting. Firms transitioning from simpler MEP drafting tools may need to adjust standards, templates, and QA processes. Initial setup and governance (libraries, parameters, naming conventions) can be a non-trivial effort for larger teams.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| MagiCAD (software licences — Standalone / Network; per-discipline modules such as Ventilation, Piping, Electrical, Schematics, Supports & Hangers, or MagiCAD Suite) | Contact sales (pricing not published on vendor site) | Licensing options described on site: Perpetual licences with optional maintenance, Subscription licences (SLM and NLM models) available as 3, 6, 12, 24 and 36 month terms; Network licences provide concurrent-user access; quotations provided by sales/partners. |
| 30-day Trial (evaluation) | Free (30 days; request from MagiCAD) | Trial includes all modules and MagiCAD Cloud product library; trial is intended for evaluation and not for commercial/billable projects. |
| MagiCAD eLearning — Mechanical (Ventilation & Piping) | £395 per user for a 12-month subscription | Volume-user discounts: 3–4 users 5%, 5–9 users 10%, 10–19 users 15%, 20+ users 20%. |
| MagiCAD eLearning — Electrical | £395 per user for a 12-month subscription | Same volume discounts apply. |
| MagiCAD eLearning — Schematics / Supports & Hangers / Common Tools | £195 per user for a 12-month subscription | Volume discounts apply (see above). |
Seller details
MagiCAD Group
Helsinki, Finland
1983
Private
https://www.magicad.com/
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