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Best Urban Planning and Design Software 2026
Facts read 24 Sep 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
Urban planning and design software can support scenario planning, zoning and land use, spatial analysis, 3D visualization, and public engagement.
The standings: top 7
| Name | Record score | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 ArcGIS Hub | 3.7 | Web, API, Self-hosted | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 02 TestFit | 3.5 | Web, Windows, Mac | 4 Oct 2026 |
| 03 Streetmix | 2.8 | Web | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 04 PTV Vissim | 2.1 | Windows | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 05 TransCAD | 2.1 | Windows | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 06 UrbanSim | 2.1 | Web | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 07 CUBE | 2.0 | — | 24 Sep 2026 |
This list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures makers publish; nothing is scored. Compare free plans, paid entry, platforms, and deployment options.
Before you choose
Align the platform with your rollout
See whether a tool is available on the web, Windows, macOS, via an API, or as self-hosted software.
Use the deployment comparison to match access, hosting, and integration needs.
Review free and paid access
Look for a free plan before committing to paid software. Pricing may appear as pricing on request or as a starting monthly price.
Confirm what the listed paid entry covers before comparing costs.
Check planning and analysis tools
Compare scenario planning with zoning and land-use support. Spatial analysis can matter when plans depend on geographic relationships.
Select capabilities that correspond to the planning tasks you need to handle.
Consider visuals and public input
3D visualization can help present a proposed place. Public engagement tools can support community input.
Check these capabilities alongside the deployment model before selecting a tool.