What would be the main differences in outputs between Revit (BIM) vs OpenStudio (BEM)
I would like to know if comparing these two tools for obtaining energy models would give me an advantage of one over the other. I heard that architects may use Revit because of its link to autoCAD (being both an AUTODESK products). I guess, I would want to see which one is more robust in its analysis. Can these two be compared and if so, what are the advantages of using one or the other -aside from cost, since OpenStudio is free-.
Thanks a bunch!
@jcmart, are you asking about the pros and cons of a BEM model generated from a BIM model (e.g., from Revit) vs. one that is created "directly" (e.g., in OpenStudio)?
Hi Amir, yes, that's what I am asking. Thanks for rephrasing my question. I have seen the early modelling process and BIM reports done in Revit. In my opinion they seem less robust than a report for a model done in OpenStudio which I think that's what Santiago just answered this question down in his comment. In the end the comparison is tricky because of how each modelling process happens during the design of a building.