SkyCiv vs Microstran/Multiframe Comparison
| SkyCiv Structural 3D | Microstran | |
|---|---|---|
| Unique Features | ||
| No Download/Installation | ✓ | – |
| Clear User Interface | ✓ | – |
| Monthly Subscriptions | ✓ | – |
| Live Chat Support | ✓ | – |
| Detailed Design Reporting | ✓ | – |
| Fully Integrated with SkyCiv Design Modules | ✓ | – |
| Cloud Based API | ✓ | – |
| Mobile App | ✓ | – |
| Modelling | ||
| Easy Pen Tool Modelling | ✓ | – |
| Assemblies and Templates | ✓ | ✓ |
| Datasheet Input | ✓ | ✓ |
| Two-way Revit Link | ✓ | – |
| Tekla Link | – | ✓ |
| Grasshopper Plugin | ✓ | – |
| DXF Import | ✓ | ✓ |
| DWG Import | ✓ | – |
| Analysis | ||
| Catenary Cable Analysis | ✓ | – |
| Plate Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Meshing Capabilities | ✓ | ✓ |
| Buckling Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Non-Linear P-Delta Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Non-Linear P-Delta Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dynamic Frequency Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Response Spectrum Analysis | ✓ | ✓ |
| Loading | ||
| Static Loads | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wind Loading | ✓ | – |
| Moving Loads | – | ✓ |
| Auto-Tributary Area Loads | ✓ | ✓ |
| Temperature Loading | ✓ | ✓ |
| Strain + Displacement Loading | – | ✓ |
| Pre-Stress Loading | ✓ | – |
| Response Spectrum Loading | ✓ | ✓ |
| Open Structure Loading | ✓ | ✓ |
| Design | ||
| Steel Member Design (AISC, CSA, AS, BS, EN...) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connection Design (AISC, AS, EN...) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Concrete Design (ACI/AS/CSA/EN...) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cold Formed Steel (AISI, AS, EN) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wood Design (NDS, AS1720) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Masonry Design | ✓ | – |
| Aluminium Design (ADM, AS, CSA, EN...) | ✓ | – |
| Wind/Snow Loading (ASCE/AS/NBCC/EN...) | ✓ | – |
| Foundation Design (ACI/AS/CSA/EN...) | ✓ | – |
| Retaining Wall Design (ACI/AS/CSA/EN...) | ✓ | – |
| Base Plate Design (AISC/AS/CSA/EN...) | ✓ | – |
| Component Design Library (70+ Calculators) | ✓ | – |
Why Engineers are Switching to SkyCiv
Don’t start from scratch. SkyCiv gives you everything you need, plus more!
Easy migration
Easily import your models from Microstran (.arc)/Multiframe(.txt), as well as SpaceGass, Revit, STAAD, DXF, and DWG, so you can pick up right where you left off.
Quick to get started, easy to master
No downloads, license managers, or admin setup. Just sign in and start working from any device.
With our smart tools like Pen, Mirror, and Bulk Edit, you’ll be modeling like a pro in no time.
More integrated design coverage
Perform structural analysis and check your designs for steel (AS4100), cold formed (ASNZ 4600), timber (AS1720), concrete (AS3600), aluminium (AS1664) and composites (AS 2327) plus more…
No more black boxes
You’ll get clear and detailed reports, so you know exactly how your designs check out and can move forward with confidence.
All of SkyCiv’s design software includes this functionality, feel free to test it out with our obligation-free 14 Day Trial!
Get help when you need it
Chat with our qualified engineers whenever issues arise!
We’re here to solve issues quickly and keep your project on track.
testimonials
Trusted by thousands
The ease of use and the presentation of the results are both awesome. I have had ongoing interaction with the support team and everyone is excellent.
Mitch Frumkin
CEO OF KIPCON
It is used for various civil and mechanical engineering courses and the students love it. We are happy with the continuous updates to SkyCiv as well, highly recommended.
Dr Kenneth R. Leitch
Assoc. Prof. at Texas A&M
It was easily the most intuitive package available to learn; it is particularly easy to build the 3D model and define nodes, members, supports, materials, sections, then apply loads & combinations.
Stuart Agars
Managing Director of Struct-Sure Limited
SkyCiv has been a great tool to help efficiently and clearly document and update design results for a member of a small company with multiple responsibilities.
Lydia Fahrenkrug
Engineer at MT Solar
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