Bentley MicroStation Trial: CAD for Infrastructure Projects
MicroStation · for Windows
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- Windows
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MicroStation is a paid 2D/3D CAD and BIM modelling application from Bentley Systems for infrastructure projects. A free trial is available; the Virtuoso subscription starts at $2,656 USD for 12 months. It runs on Windows 11.
MicroStation is Bentley Systems’ CAD platform, used for designing, modelling and documenting infrastructure: roads and rail, utilities, plants and public buildings. It is also the modelling environment underneath Bentley’s wider family of BIM applications, which is why many infrastructure owners and engineering firms standardize on it.
What MicroStation covers
- 2D drafting and 3D modelling in one application.
- BIM data structures and workflows for infrastructure projects.
- Automation and 3D geospatial context, so designs can be placed in their real-world location.
- Visualization through Bentley’s LumenRT.
Trial and pricing
- The Download button opens the MicroStation page on bentley.com; choose Free trial and sign in with a Bentley account.
- To buy, Bentley lists a 12-month Virtuoso subscription starting at $2,656 USD, which includes one license and two Keys (credits for expert services and training).
Bentley’s licensing pages explain how access works before, during and after a subscription.
System requirements
Bentley lists these requirements for MicroStation:
- Windows 11 (including 25H2), or Windows Server 2022 or 2025
- Intel or AMD processor, 2.5 GHz minimum
- 8 GB RAM minimum, 16 GB recommended
- 25 GB disk space minimum (25 to 42 GB depending on additional content)
- 1 GB video RAM and a 1920 x 1080 screen
Civil engineers who work mainly with DWG files often compare MicroStation with Autodesk Civil 3D.
Pros
- 2D and 3D design in one infrastructure-focused tool
- Foundation of Bentley's BIM applications
- Free trial before buying
Cons
- Expensive annual subscription
- Windows only
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Windows versions does MicroStation support?
Bentley lists Windows 11 (including 25H2) and Windows Server 2022 and 2025. LumenRT is not certified on the server editions.
How much does MicroStation cost?
Bentley lists a 12-month Virtuoso subscription starting at $2,656 USD, including one license and two Keys for training or services. A free trial is available first.
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