• 3D and geometric/interior design
• 3D modeling and rendering
• Smart interior design
• Engineering and interior design
• Analytics and dashboards
Description
Tool name: SketchUp
Tool category: 🔖
️ What does this tool offer? ✏
SketchUp offers a complete solution for turning creative ideas into buildable 3D models, with professional, easy-to-use design software that is trusted worldwide by architects, designers, and builders. The platform provides flexible tools for managing workflows from start to finish, with access to a huge library of ready-made 3D models, expanded functionality through multiple add-ons, and support for integration with Trimble tools and BIM systems.
What does it actually offer based on user experience? ⭐
SketchUp allows users to create accurate 3D designs and facilitates collaboration between teams by sharing and reviewing projects in real time. The platform offers 2D documentation capabilities, high-quality image and video production, 360° panoramic model creation, and energy and lighting performance analysis. Users also benefit from a supportive global community, comprehensive educational resources, and unlimited cloud storage, which enhances productivity and professionalism in projects.
Does it include automation? 🤖
SketchUp supports some automation through smart design tools and add-ons that streamline routine processes and customize workflows, but it is not a fully automation-based platform.
Pricing model: 💰
SketchUp offers flexible subscription plans for individuals, professionals, and educational teams, with options for monthly or annual purchases.
🆓 Free plan details:
SketchUp for Schools is available free of charge to K–12 students, works on Chromebooks and any internet-connected device, and includes built-in tutorials, community support, and file storage on Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive.
Paid plan details: 💳
SketchUp Go: Basic design on the web and iPad, with access to a library of ready-made materials, unlimited cloud storage, and real-time project review.
SketchUp Pro: Advanced tools for professionals, including desktop design, 2D documentation with LayOut, thousands of extensions to customize your workflow, and support for IFC and DWG files.
SketchUp Studio: Advanced features for visualisation and BIM, including Revit file import, working with 3D point clouds, producing high-quality images and videos, and creating 360° panoramic models.
Plans also offer discounts for students, teachers, and universities, with robust security and flexible license management.
How to access the tool: 🧭
SketchUp can be accessed via the web, iPad, or desktop, with the ability to use cloud storage and instantly share projects.
Trial link or official website: 🔗
https://sketchup.trimble.com/en/plans-and-pricing
Pricing Details
The SketchUp platform offers flexible subscription plans for individuals, professionals, and educational teams, with options for monthly or annual purchases. The free SketchUp for Schools version allows K–12 students to work on Chromebooks and any internet-connected device with built-in tutorials, community support, and file storage on Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive. Paid plans offer various tools such as SketchUp Go for basic web and iPad design with a library of ready-made materials, unlimited cloud storage, and real-time project review; SketchUp Pro for professionals with desktop design, 2D documentation using LayOut, thousands of extensions to customize your workflow, IFC and DWG file support, and SketchUp Studio, which offers advanced visualization and BIM features including Revit file import, working with 3D point clouds, producing high-quality images and videos, creating 360° panoramic models, with special discounts for students, teachers, and universities, robust security capabilities, and flexible license management to suit all educational and professional needs.