Best AI Floor Plan Generator —
Free vs Paid, Ranked
We tested 8 floor plan tools across speed, MEP support, 3D output, regional compliance, and value. Here's the honest breakdown — including who each tool is actually built for.
Quick Verdicts
AI generation + MEP + 3D + regional compliance in one tool, at the best price point.
3 free generations/month with full 2D output — the most generous free tier tested.
Unlimited plans, MEP overlays, 3D views, and 8 additional construction tools bundled.
Plain-language input means no CAD skills needed — just describe your home and get a plan.
Side-by-Side Feature Comparison
Every major floor plan generator, compared across the features that actually matter for real-world use.
| Feature | VitruviAI (Builtattic) | RoomSketcher | Planner 5D | AutoCAD | SketchUp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Generation | |||||
| AI floor plan generation | ✓ Full AI | ~ Manual | ~ Assisted | ✕ | ✕ |
| Plain-language input | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| 2D floor plan output | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3D views | ✓ Auto | ✓ Manual | ✓ Manual | ~ Plugin | ✓ Manual |
| MEP layouts (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) | ✓ Auto | ✕ | ✕ | ~ Plugin | ✕ |
| Output & Exports | |||||
| PDF export | ✓ | ✓ | ~ Paid | ✓ | ✓ |
| DWG-compatible export | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ Native | ~ Plugin |
| High-res image export | ✓ | ~ Paid | ~ Paid | ✓ | ✓ |
| Regional Compliance | |||||
| Vastu (India) | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| UK Building Regulations (Part M) | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ~ Manual | ~ Manual |
| Australia NCC / DA ready | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ~ Manual | ~ Manual |
| Multi-region support | ✓ 9+ countries | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Pricing | |||||
| Free tier | ✓ 3 plans/mo | ✓ Limited | ✓ Limited | ✕ | ✓ Limited |
| Paid plan starts at | ₹999/mo (~$12) | $49/mo | $7.99/mo | $60/mo | $22/mo |
| Bundled construction tools | ✓ 9 tools | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Learning curve | None (AI) | Low | Low | Very High | High |
Tool Deep Dives
VitruviAI is Builtattic's AI-native floor plan generator — the only tool in this comparison that generates 2D plans, MEP overlays, and 3D views automatically from a plain-language brief. It's also the only tool with built-in regional compliance for India (Vastu), UK (Part M), Australia (NCC), and 6 more countries. At ₹999/month, it bundles 9 construction tools — floor plans, client leads, resource calculator, property valuation, and more.
RoomSketcher is a popular manual floor plan tool with a drag-and-drop interface. Good for homeowners wanting full control over layout. No AI generation — you place every wall and room yourself. Expensive for what it offers at $49/month.
Planner 5D is aimed at consumers wanting to visualise interior spaces. Affordable at $7.99/month but the floor plan output is basic — exports are low resolution and not suitable for professional or permit use. Has some AI-assisted features but limited to interior design, not architectural planning.
The industry-standard tools for professional architects and engineers. Extremely powerful but require significant training (weeks to months), expensive licences ($22–$60/month), and produce no AI-generated output — everything is drawn manually. Best used alongside an AI generator like Vitruvi for initial concept plans.