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Last updated: October 2025

RFEM overview

What is RFEM?

The successful structural analysis program RFEM 6 by Dlubal Software is the basis of a modular program family that you can customize and combine according to your individual requirements. In the main program RFEM, you can define structures, materials, and loads of planar and spatial structural systems consisting of plates, walls, shells, and members. Furthermore, you can create combined structures as well as model solid and contact elements.

RFEM provides you with the calculation of deformations, internal forces, stresses, support forces, and soil contact stresses. Load wizards simplify wind, snow, and other environmental influences. The add-ons integrated directly in the program allow you to easily carry out additional analyses and design checks according to various standards (for example, in reinforced concrete, steel, and timber structures).

Join our excited customers and compile your own program package that is precisely tailored to your individual needs and projects. It is possible to upgrade the program at any time.

Key benefits of using RFEM

- Fast modeling thanks to sophisticated input technology
- One program for all types of structures, from single-span girders to complex 3D shell structures or NURBS solids
- Fast calculation using the multiprocessor technology
- Support of national and international standards
- Quick generation of a professional-looking printout report
- Automatic generation of wind loads using the integrated CFD wind simulation (RWIND required)
- API via Webservice
- Globally recognized program with over 130,000 users
- Professional customer support provided by more than 20 support engineers

Starting price

Free

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RFEM reviews

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RFEM's key features

Most critical features, based on insights from RFEM users:

Design analysis
Data visualization
3D imaging
Reporting/Analytics
Manufacturing design data
CAD tools

All RFEM features

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Dynamic modeling
2D drawing
Project management
File management
For 3d printing
For aec industry
For architects
For manufacturers
Mechanical
Modeling & simulation
Multiple file format support
Multiple format support
Multiple projects
Offline access
Pre-built templates
Real-Time updates
Rendering
Template management
Third-Party integrations
3D design & modeling
3D light rendering
3D modeling
3D objects
3D texture rendering
Animation
API
BIM modeling
Building information model
Civil
Collaboration tools
Component library
Content library
Customizable templates
Customization
Data import/export
Design modeling
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RFEM support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

24/7 (Live rep)
FAQs/Forum
Knowledge Base
Email/Help Desk
Phone Support
Chat

Training options

In Person
Live Online
Webinars
Documentation
Videos

RFEM FAQs

Q. What type of pricing plans does RFEM offer?

RFEM has the following pricing plans:
Pricing model: One Time License, Free
Free Trial: Available | (No Credit Card required)

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Q. Who are the typical users of RFEM?

RFEM has the following typical customers:
Freelancers, Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Small Business


Q. What languages does RFEM support?

RFEM supports the following languages:
English, Chinese (Simplified), Czech, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish


Q. Does RFEM offer an API?

Yes, RFEM has an API available for use.


Q. What level of support does RFEM offer?

RFEM offers the following support options:
24/7 (Live rep), FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, Chat

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