Bentley MicroStation

by Bentley Systems · Exton, United States · Since 1984

Infrastructure CAD.

Starting price: From ₹1,27,946 for a 12-month subscription
Free trial / plan: Not advertised
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.2; transparency & India fit

What is Bentley MicroStation?

Bentley MicroStation is cad, 3d & engineering software from Bentley Systems, based in Exton, United States and has been building software since 1984. Infrastructure CAD.

CAD and 3D software covers mechanical and architectural design, BIM, structural analysis, CAM and rendering. Licensing is expensive, so subscription versus perpetual and Indian reseller support matter.

Pricing is quoted per organisation, so ask the vendor for a proposal that matches your size.

What works well

+Free trial available
+Developer API documented on the official site
+States SOC 2 compliance

What to watch out for

−No permanently free plan
−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Mid-market · Enterprise

Bentley MicroStation: quick answers

The questions people most often search for, answered from Bentley MicroStation's own pages.

How much is a MicroStation subscription?: Bentley's MicroStation page says 'Starting at ₹127,946.00 INR' for a 12-month Virtuoso subscription, which includes 1 license and 2 Keys for training or services. Keys are credits for expert services and training and do not represent a number of licenses.
Can I get an enterprise MicroStation license?: Bentley offers enterprise and other licensing options on request ('Get in touch'), and free access for students and educators.
What is Bentley software?: Bentley Systems describes itself as an infrastructure engineering software company. MicroStation is its 3D CAD software purpose-built for designing, modeling and managing infrastructure projects.
Is there a MicroStation free trial?: Yes, bentley.com links a MicroStation free trial page. App Advisor is an independent directory; buying and trials happen on bentley.com.

MicroStation in short

MicroStation is Bentley Systems' 3D CAD software for infrastructure, with 3D and 2D geospatial context, automation, AI assistance and interoperability for many file formats.

In India it is sold online as a 12-month Virtuoso subscription starting at ₹127,946.00 INR; enterprise licensing is by quote.

Sources:bentley.com bentley.com

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Bentley MicroStation features

As listed on Bentley MicroStation's official website.

Communicate and deliver projects effortlessly
Design with geospatial context
Work with any file or format
See AI agents in action
iTwin Experience
Portland Bureau of Transportation: From eight hours to ten seconds
Pad Project reduces on-board modifications by 50%
JMC2 finishes historic Torrance design 20% ahead of schedule
Read latest release notes
Join webinars
View all resources
Connect with Bentley Communities

What customers say about Bentley MicroStation

Testimonials published on Bentley MicroStation's own website, selected by the vendor. These are not independent reviews.

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Bentley MicroStation pricing

Entry price

From ₹1,27,946 for a 12-month subscription

Published subscription pricing, taxes extra

How Bentley MicroStation charges. Plans scale with users or features. Annual billing is usually 15–25% cheaper than monthly, and GST is added on top of listed prices in India.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on bentley.com.

Bentley MicroStation screenshots

Bentley MicroStation video

An AI Agent Used Bentley's STAAD MCP Server to Cut Steel Weight by 40%

Specifications

Category: CAD, 3D & engineering software
Vendor: Bentley Systems
Headquarters: Exton, United States
Founded: 1984
Pricing model: Subscription
Starting price: From ₹1,27,946 for a 12-month subscription
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Mid-market, Enterprise
Made in India: No

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Bentley MicroStation — frequently asked questions

How much is a MicroStation subscription?+

Bentley's MicroStation page says 'Starting at ₹127,946.00 INR' for a 12-month Virtuoso subscription, which includes 1 license and 2 Keys for training or services. Keys are credits for expert services and training and do not represent a number of licenses.

Can I get an enterprise MicroStation license?+

Bentley offers enterprise and other licensing options on request ('Get in touch'), and free access for students and educators.

What is Bentley software?+

Bentley Systems describes itself as an infrastructure engineering software company. MicroStation is its 3D CAD software purpose-built for designing, modeling and managing infrastructure projects.

Is there a MicroStation free trial?+

Yes, bentley.com links a MicroStation free trial page. App Advisor is an independent directory; buying and trials happen on bentley.com.

What is Bentley MicroStation?+

Bentley MicroStation is cad, 3d & engineering software by Bentley Systems. Infrastructure CAD.

How much does Bentley MicroStation cost?+

Bentley Systems publishes: From ₹1,27,946 for a 12-month subscription. Confirm current plans and taxes on the official pricing page.

Does Bentley MicroStation offer a free trial or free plan?+

Bentley MicroStation does not advertise a free plan; ask the vendor for a trial or a guided demo.

Is Bentley MicroStation made in India?+

No. Bentley MicroStation is developed by Bentley Systems in Exton, United States.

Who is Bentley MicroStation best suited for?+

Bentley MicroStation suits mid-market, enterprise buyers looking for cad, 3d & engineering software.

What are the best alternatives to Bentley MicroStation?+

Popular alternatives in cad, 3d & engineering software include FreeCAD, SketchUp, Autodesk Fusion. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Bentley MicroStation deployed?+

Bentley MicroStation is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.