Design Buddy vs DBF

Comparing the features of Design Buddy to DBF

Feature
Design Buddy
DBF

Capability Features

3D Editing
3D Project-Sharing
Accessibility & Reliability
AI Assistant Modeling
AI Design Generation
AI Design Review
API Key Requirement
Automation Savings
Reduce Project Capital and Operating Cost by 15%Accelerate Project Design Cycles Time by 50%Streamline BIM Production by 75%
Building Typologies
Cancel Anytime Policy
Citizen Persona Modeling
City Analysis
Compare Options
Data Sources
Diversity, Density, Proximity Analysis
Diversity AnalysisDensity AnalysisProximity Analysis
Embodied Carbon Analysis
Feedback Categories
LayoutColorTypographyAccessibility
Fulfillment Analysis
Historical Wind Studies
Instant BIM
Isochrone Mapping
Iterative Review Process
Mission Critical Building Support
Monthly Quota System
30-day rolling cycle
Network Analysis
Objective Scoring
Online Project Management
Persona Analysis
Plugin Activation via API Key
Proprietary KPIs
Real-time Team Collaboration
Review Action Simplicity
Select design, click Review, read feedback
Scenario Planning
Security Protocols
Spatial Analytics
Step-by-step Instructions
Sun and Shadow Studies
Sun StudiesShadows Studies
Supported Use Cases
Mixed-Use ComplexesSmart CitiesCompact CitySuper StoresMasterplanningAirportsLand Use PredictionBus StopsElectrification FacilitiesResearch LabsMedical CentersTech CampusesData CentersTransport HubsHospitalsRailway StationsLaboratoriesPorts and Repurpose docksEducational CampusResearch InstitutesEV FactoriesInnovation CentersLogistic CentersFulfilment Centers / WarehousesEV SitesComplex FactoriesVertical TakeoffCustomised SolutionsCity Development
Supports Multiple Design Types
UISocial media posts
Sustainability Analysis
Unlimited Project-saving and Data

Integration Features

Adobe Express Add-on
Adobe Express Integration
ArchiCAD Live Connection
BIM Integration
Canva Ecosystem Integration
Canva Integration
Data Import
Figma Integration
Figma Plugin
Geospatial Data Integration
Interoperability
LLM Integration
Revit Live Connection

Limitation Features

Access Delay for Custom Solutions
Approx. 6 weeks
Enterprise Focus
No API Mentioned
No Custom Plan Mentioned
No Free Tier
No Unlimited Review Plan
Not Open Source
Refund Policy
Refunds only if no credits used

Pricing Features

Custom Pricing
Demo Request
Dynamic Team Price
$50/month + tax
Dynamic Team Reviews
500
Dynamic Team Trial
7-day free trial
Free Tier
Regular Route Price
$15/month + tax
Regular Route Reviews
150
Regular Route Trial
7-day free trial
Starter Pack Reviews
50
Starter Pack Trial
7-day free trial
Starter Plan Price
$5/month + tax
Trial Access
Access is granted midway through the first phase, about six weeks after start.