
Independent rating agency for test-based evaluations of digital planning and architecture software
Brau Holding International
Marburg, GermanyNew on Amplifa
About Brau Holding International
Brau Holding International is an independent analysis and rating agency founded in 2018 in Marburg, specializing in digital planning and architecture tools. The company evaluates software such as floor plan and CAD programs using a standardized procedure with seven measurable criteria, including usability, range of functions, scale accuracy, platform availability, export options, pricing model and customer support. Each tool is tested in practice over four weeks by at least two analysts; manufacturers have no influence on the results, and financing is provided through clearly labeled editorial partnership agreements. The target audiences are architects, civil engineers, real estate agents and DIY enthusiasts. The three-member analyst team is led by Managing Director Thomas Brauer. The company is based at Biegenstraße 10 in Marburg; it is a service provider with no in-house production.
- Site
- Marburg
- Processes
- Independent software analyses and ratings, Test methodology based on 7 criteria, Detailed software reviews and comparison tables
- Certificates
- Independence (no manufacturer influence), Publicly documented methodology
- Founded
- 2018
- Industries
- Software evaluation, Digital planning and architecture tools
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Market and tool research
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Pre-screening of candidates
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4-week practical test by two analysts
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7-criteria evaluation (scale 0–10)
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Editorial cross-review
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Publication and regular updating
Locations
Biegenstraße 10, 35037 Marburg
DEOffice and editorial
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Independence and Transparency
Evaluations are carried out according to a publicly documented, standardized 7-criteria procedure without manufacturer influence. Results are cross-reviewed internally and reports are updated regularly.
| Evidence | Marburg |
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| Independence (no manufacturer influence) | |
| Publicly documented methodology |
History
- 2018
Founded in Marburg