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SketchUp

Trimble's easy-to-learn 3D modeling tool for architecture, interiors and woodworking.

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About SketchUp

SketchUp is known for making 3D modeling approachable: its push-pull tool turns 2D shapes into 3D forms, and many architects, interior designers, landscape designers, builders and woodworkers use it for concept models and construction drawings. The 3D Warehouse provides millions of free models of furniture, products and fixtures, and the Extension Warehouse adds rendering, analysis and modeling tools. LayOut, included with Pro plans, turns models into dimensioned 2D documents. It is less suited to organic shapes or precision mechanical parts, and large models can slow down. Trimble sells SketchUp by subscription in several tiers: Go for web and iPad, Pro for desktop with LayOut, and Studio for Windows-only advanced visualisation and point-cloud workflows, plus specialist and education plans and a free trial. It runs on Windows and macOS, in the browser and on iPad.

Best for: Architects, interior designers and woodworkers who want quick, intuitive 3D models.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Very quick to learn with push-pull modeling
  • Huge free model library in 3D Warehouse
  • LayOut turns models into construction documents

Why people leave

  • Subscription only for current versions
  • Weak at organic and highly precise mechanical shapes
  • Large models can become slow

Top SketchUp alternatives

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  1. 1Blender logo
    Blender

    Free and open source, with far stronger rendering and organic modeling.

    81.5
  2. 2Rh
    Rhino

    Precise NURBS modeling with a perpetual licence for complex forms.

    62.6
  3. 3Archicad logo
    Archicad

    Full BIM for architects who need documentation from the model.

    59.6
  4. 4Shapr3D logo
    Shapr3D

    Precise CAD with an easy touch-and-pencil interface on iPad, Mac and Windows.

    55.3
  5. 5FreeCAD logo
    FreeCAD

    Free parametric CAD with BIM and woodworking-friendly workbenches.

    53.6

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SketchUp: common questions

Is SketchUp free?

No, SketchUp is a paid product. Starting price: $10.75/user/month billed annually (Go) (checked on SketchUp's own site).

Is SketchUp open source?

No, SketchUp is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Blender and FreeCAD.

What platforms does SketchUp run on?

SketchUp is available for Windows, macOS, Web and iOS.

What are the best alternatives to SketchUp?

The highest-ranked SketchUp alternatives right now are Blender, Rhino and Archicad. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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