Cost comparisons of Maxsurf license options over time
There is now just a single Maxsurf suite of software available
Costs shown apply until 31st March 2026
Pricing generally increases on 1st April annually but the costs shown exclude the increases
They are approximate as actual prices vary by country
CSS costs depend on quantity of months used – example shown is 10 months pa
Perpetual License is shown including the optional annual subscription which enables network floating license, new releases and support
Excludes local taxes
| Maxsurf Euro | Annual Subscription Year Total | Perpetual License with SELECT | CSS/ Term License |
| Year 1 | €7,519 | €21,992 | €8,778 |
| Year 2 | €7,519 €15,038 | €25,188 | €17,556 |
| Year 3 | €7,519 €22,556 | €28,383 | €26,335 |
| Year 4 | €7,519 €30,075 | €31,579 | €35,113 |
| Year 5 | €7,519 €37,594 | €34,774 | €43,891 |
| Year 6 | €7,519 €45,113 | €37,970 | €52,669 |
| Year 7 | €7,519 €52,632 | €41,165 | €61,447 |
Annual (Virtuosity) License Explained:
The Annual (Virtuosity) License Model is Bentley’s newest license model and is a 12-month subscription license
After you purchase a license, you can assign/re-assign this License amongst your team. – this makes them easy to manage
Every Annual (Virtuosity) License comes with free 1-1 training!
Pros:
>No Large Upfront Cost
>35% – 50% Cheaper than Cloud Service Subscription (over 12 month period)
>Free 1-1 Training with every license
Cons:
>More expensive than Perpetual Licenses in the long-term
Perpetual Licensing Explained:
The Perpetual License Model is the most traditional licensing model for MAXSURF.
This is a ‘Network’ license which you purchase upfront, and you pay an annual SELECT ‘Maintenance’ Fee to ensure you get the latest updates & 24/7 Support.
Pros:
>Cheapest Option Long-Term
>Shared Network License
Cons:
>Larger Upfront Investment
>Risk of Overages and Term License Costs if usage not managed responsibly
Cloud Service Subscription (CSS) Licensing Explained:
The Cloud Service Subscription Model enables users to project their annualized license consumption and pre-pay the projected dollar amount into a pre-paid fund.
Every month Bentley reviews your MAXSURF usage and charges you for what licenses you.
The Licensing model is designed to give flexibility to you when you need it by allowing you to access any Bentley software application, without the need for license or long-term commitment.
Pros:
>Monthly billing accommodates an increase or decrease in software licenses without a long-term commitment
>This is a good option if you only need very occasional and short-term access to various Bentley applications
Cons:
>Most expensive licensing model (if you use a product consistently on a monthly basis)