DesignBuilder
by DesignBuilder Software Ltd
Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision
EnergyPlus-based building simulation with intuitive 3D modeling for HVAC thermal performance, daylighting, CFD, and cost analysis.
6.5 - Good Subscription · $1,800/mo Free Trial 36 Features
2 Integrations
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About This Product
DesignBuilder provides accessible EnergyPlus simulation capabilities through a user-friendly graphical interface. Engineers can perform thermal performance analysis, daylighting studies, comfort evaluations, cost analysis, carbon assessment, and detailed HVAC and CFD simulations. Quick geometry creation tools and data input templates simplify complex HVAC simulation workflows.
FSH Score Breakdown
Ease of Use 7.0
Features 9.0
Support 7.0
Value 7.0
Integrations 6.0
AI Capabilities 2.5
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Features
36 features confirmed across
9categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only
Compliance & Safety12features
Energy ModelingThermal performance analysisGeothermal Design CalculationsGround condition modelingManual J CalculationsLoads and sizing calculationsBuilding Code ComplianceLEED v4 and v4.1 LCA materials credit achievementDuct DesignZone merging and repartitioningIECC ComplianceSBEM and DSM approved versionsNIST Calibration TrackingModel calibrationDOE Energy SimulationCFD simulation
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PV Solar ModelingLEED modelingAcoustic ModelingCFD simulationDemand VentilationNatural ventilation analysisASHRAE 62 ComplianceLEED and ASHRAE 90.1 compliance assessment
Platform & Customization6features
Third-Party IntegrationOne Click LCA integration for automatic material submissionCustom Scripting SupportPython scriptingCustom TemplatesTemplate systemData ImportgbXML importData ExportMaterials inventory spreadsheet exportCustom API AccessPlugin support (C#)
Reporting & Analytics5features
ReportingCustomizable reporting for energy consumption, peak load and environmental impactAnalyticsClimate AnalyticsEconomic AnalysisEnergy conservation measures analysisESG & Sustainability ReportingCarbon and LCA performance analysis via One Click LCA databaseReporting Forecastingcarbon emissions forecasting
Estimating & Quoting4features
Quoting & EstimatesCost analysisChange OrdersModel change mergingSystem DesignZone merging and repartitioningDigital Takeoff3-D Modeller
Technician Management3features
Certification ManagementCertificate generationTraining CoursesOn-demand training coursesChecklistsCarbon assessment
Equipment & Asset Management2features
Air Quality MonitoringNatural ventilation assessmentEnergy Management SystemEnergyPlus Energy Management System access
Training & Education2features
Simulation-Based TrainingHVAC simulationIndoor Air Quality (IAQ)thermal comfort assessments
Scheduling & Dispatch1feature
Project ManagementProject management
AI & Automation1feature
Automation RulesOptimization
Integrations 2 across 1 category
Productivity 2
Autodesk Revit Native
Microsoft Excel Native
Pricing
- Model
- Subscription
- Starting at
- $1,800/mo
- Notes
- Subscription licensing ensures access to latest version. Add-on modules available up to GBP 5,000+. Perpetual licenses were previously available starting at GBP 1,500 with 18% annual maintenance. Pricing is per-seat.
