Prose is structural design load calculation software from Prose Engineering Technologies, LLC. Positioned as a Windows desktop application, it is built for structural engineers to develop building loads under IBC 2012-2024 and ASCE 7-10/7-16/7-22. Its goal is to bring input, calculation, code references, and report generation into a single workflow, reducing engineering teamsβ reliance on scattered Excel sheets, scripts, and manual formatting.
The product covers six major load types: dead loads, live loads, rain loads, snow loads, seismic loads, and wind loads. Each calculation updates in real time and is linked to the relevant ASCE 7 formulas, sections, tables, and figures. A split-screen interface shows input parameters and report preview side by side, and final PDFs with full traceability can be exported with one click. At the project level, it supports multi-structure organization, local file storage, material libraries, custom assemblies, and CSV/TSV import. Team collaboration mainly relies on floating seats: editing requires a license, while read-only viewing and export are free forever, making it suitable for principals or reviewers to participate. However, the available materials do not show fine-grained role permissions, SSO, audit logs, or other enterprise-grade governance features.
Pricing is relatively straightforward: a single Prose Desktop License at $79/seat monthly, or the equivalent of $62/seat/month when billed annually, at $749/seat/year. No credit card is required to create an account. On security, project data is stored locally by default; when cloud features are enabled, communication is end-to-end encrypted. The company also mentions security audits, updates, and privacy protection, but does not disclose certifications such as SOC 2 or ISO 27001. Developer support is a strong point: Prose provides OpenAPI 3.1.0 and can integrate with Excel, Revit, Python scripts, custom tools, or BIM workflows, making it suitable for automated batch calculations.
Its strengths are a focused use case, strong code traceability, and highly automated reporting, which can significantly improve review workflows and delivery consistency for load packages. Local storage also helps engineering teams maintain direct control over project files. The downsides are that only Windows support is clearly stated, and the standards and clause explanations are primarily aimed at U.S. users. Chinese engineering codes commonly used in domestic projects are outside the stated scope, and payment options, Chinese-language support, local invoicing, and network connectivity are not disclosed. It is best suited to U.S. or U.S.-related structural engineering teams using ASCE 7/IBC, especially small and midsize engineering firms that want to replace internal spreadsheets and improve review efficiency. Access from China is unknown; for projects designed under Chinese codes, local structural design software or in-house Excel/engineering calculation systems should be considered first.
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