SketchUp

Owned by Trimble, SketchUp is a popular 3D modeling software used by architects and designers to conceptualize and develop projects.

Known for its intuitive user interface and toolset, SketchUp’s plans cater to different design needs and workflows.

Current plans include Go, Pro, and Studio.

Go is designed specifically for iPad.

In addition to the capability to create quick conceptual designs anytime and anywhere, Go supports on-site modeling, collaboration, and markups.

Pro includes everything in Go, plus the core 3D modeler on desktop, the ability to share and save projects to the cloud, third-party extensions for customized workflows, and detailed 2D and 3D construction documentation.

Studio is designed for more advanced workflows.

Studio is a powerful Windows-based plan that includes Scan Essentials – the ability to pull in point cloud data for more accurate modeling – and rendering capabilities with the addition of V-Ray. .