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SketchUp

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4.5  ·  284 reviews 3D Modeling Software Onetime(Perpetual License)
About
SketchUp is a browser-based 3D modeling software that is popular for both its impressive usability as well as its functionality. This software finds extensive application in fields like civil and mechanical engineering, interior design, video game design, landscape architecture, film etc. The software features a digital library of free model assemblies and a 3D warehouse. SketchUp Make is the freeware version and SketchUp Pro is the paid version of SketchUp 3d software. Trimble Connect is used to host the 3d models online and it supports collaborative editing and sharing in real-time. The designs can be saved locally as native SKP file or you may export them as an STL file.
Key Features
  • 3D Animation
  • Social Network Sharing
  • Digital Library (3D)
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Printing
  • Real-time Collaboration
  • 3D Camera
  • 3D Sculpting
Pricing
SketchUp Free (Personal)
USD0
  • Web-based 3D modeler
  • Mobile model viewer
  • 10GB cloud storage
  • Web-based 3D modeler
  • Mobile model viewer
  • 10GB cloud storage
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SketchUp Pro (Personal)
USD299/Year
  • Includes features of Shop plus plan
  • plus
  • Robust desktop 3D modeler
  • 2D design documentation
  • Quick insights for design research
  • Experience reality (XR) headset viewing
  • Access to plugins for extending SketchUp Pro Desktop functionality
  • Includes features of Shop plus plan
  • plus
  • Robust desktop 3D modeler
  • 2D design documentation
  • Quick insights for design research
  • Experience reality (XR) headset viewing
  • Access to plugins for extending SketchUp Pro Desktop functionality
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SketchUp Shop (For Professionals)
USD119/Year
  • Includes features of Free plan
  • plus
  • Unlimited access to pre-built 3D models
  • Augmented reality mobile viewer
  • Unlimited cloud storage
  • Includes features of Free plan
  • plus
  • Unlimited access to pre-built 3D models
  • Augmented reality mobile viewer
  • Unlimited cloud storage
Contact Sales
SketchUp Pro (For Professionals)
USD299/Year
  • Includes features of SketchUp Shop plan
  • plus
  • Robust desktop 3D modeler
  • 2D design documentation
  • Quick insights for design research
  • Experience reality (XR) headset viewing
  • Access to plugins for extending SketchUp Pro Desktop functionality
  • Includes features of SketchUp Shop plan
  • plus
  • Robust desktop 3D modeler
  • 2D design documentation
  • Quick insights for design research
  • Experience reality (XR) headset viewing
  • Access to plugins for extending SketchUp Pro Desktop functionality
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SketchUp Studio (For Professionals)
USD699/Year
  • Includes features of SketchUp Pro plan
  • plus
  • Import and precisely model onto point cloud data using SketchUp’s native toolbox
  • Export to LayOut and document point cloud data in 2D
  • Interactive
  • real-time visualizations as you model
  • Create and export professional photorealistic images
  • Export fully rendered animations and 360° panoramas
  • Includes features of SketchUp Pro plan
  • plus
  • Import and precisely model onto point cloud data using SketchUp’s native toolbox
  • Export to LayOut and document point clo
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SketchUp Studio (Higher Education)
USD55/Year
  • Desktop 3D modeling
  • Web-based 3D modeling
  • Download pre-built 3D models : Unlimited
  • Unlimited cloud storage
  • iOS & Android mobile model viewer
  • Augmented reality mobile viewer
  • Experience reality (XR) headset viewing
  • Quick insights for design research
  • 2D design & documentation
  • Extend SketchUp Pro Desktop functionality
  • Access and customize live components
  • Create and edit dynamic components
  • Building energy analysis
  • Daylight analysis
  • HVAC sizing
  • Thermal comfort analysis
  • Create custom styles
  • materials
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SketchUp (Primary and Secondary)
USD0
  • Works on Chromebooks or any internet-connected computer
  • In-app lesson plans
  • Print in 3D
  • Online community support
  • Store files on Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive
  • Works on Chromebooks or any internet-connected computer
  • In-app lesson plans
  • Print in 3D
  • Online community support
  • Store files on Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive
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SketchUp Pro (Primary and Secondary)
USD0
  • Ideal for computer labs
  • Print in 3D
  • Online tutorials
  • Online community support
  • Store files locally
  • on your computer
  • Ideal for computer labs
  • Print in 3D
  • Online tutorials
  • Online community support
  • Store files locally
  • on your computer
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User Reviews + Write a Review
"ripped off by Trimble"

What do you like best? Easy to use 3d modeling software that's being ruined by Trimble. What do you dislike? I paid for sketchup pro which was advertised with a set of features. One feature was the "add location" tool which allows you to geolocat...

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Philip Light
★☆☆☆☆
ripped off by Trimble

PROS & CONS What are the best aspects of this product? Easy to use 3d modeling tool. Quickly create models, images etc. for illustration purposes. What aspects are problematic or could work better? I paid for sketchup pro which was adverti...

★★☆☆☆
"A Firm Favorite : But Not For Me... "

What do you like best? I like the simplicity of modeling in SketchUp. It is incredibly easy to draw lines, make shapes, and turn them into forms. I find SketchUp to be great for simple massing studies. There is also a good amount of content readily avai...

UI
User in Design
★★★☆☆
"Powerful but clunky"

What do you like best? The snap to features and quick to pick up in implementation What do you dislike? The interface is outdated and movement feels clunky What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you ...

UI
User in Music
★★★☆☆
"A tool for the engineer"

What do you like best? it's very intuitive, I can whip up something fast or a design with great detail. it's very versatile. What do you dislike? sometimes-not often-SketchUp glitches and screws up my design. Recommendations to ...

Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SketchUp cost?

SketchUp offers 9 pricing plan(s):

  • SketchUp Free (Personal) — USD0.00
  • SketchUp Shop (Personal) — USD119.00 /Year
  • SketchUp Pro (Personal) — USD299.00 /Year
  • SketchUp Shop (For Professionals) — USD119.00 /Year
  • SketchUp Pro (For Professionals) — USD299.00 /Year
  • SketchUp Studio (For Professionals) — USD699.00 /Year
  • SketchUp Studio (Higher Education) — USD55.00 /Year
  • SketchUp (Primary and Secondary) — USD0.00
  • SketchUp Pro (Primary and Secondary) — USD0.00
What is SketchUp used for?

SketchUp is a 3D Modeling Software solution. Top features include:

  • 3D Animation
  • Social Network Sharing
  • Digital Library (3D)
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Printing
Does SketchUp offer a free trial?

Yes, SketchUp offers a 0-day free trial.

What support does SketchUp provide?

SketchUp provides Online (Ticket),Business Hours support.

Is SketchUp cloud-based or on-premise?

SketchUp is Cloud Hosted software.

What training resources does SketchUp offer?

SketchUp provides Help Guides,Video Guides,Blogs for training.