- SketchUp Studio Educational license for students and Universities costs $40-55 USD per seat,depending on number of users
- 1-Year Subscription includes SketchUp Pro, SketchUp for Web modeler, Sefaira, Trimble Connect Cloud storage and collaboration platform, LayOut, Mobile Viewer, and PreDesign. SketchUp Studio for Students does not include V-Ray.
- User-licenses (not device licenses)
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3D Modeling Application
Desktop only
Desktop, Web, and iPad
Core functionality for 3D design and modeling.
V-Ray
No
No
V-Ray bundle or V-Ray Education 1-Year Student license are extra.
Enables Remote Work
Limited (Desktop access only)
Yes (Web, Desktop, iPad)
Allows access from various locations and devices.
Energy Analysis (Sefaira)
No
Yes
Energy use, daylighting, thermal comfort, HVAC sizing analysis.
Daylight Analysis (Sefaira)
No
Yes
Part of the Sefaira integration.
Thermal Comfort Analysis (Sefaira)
No
Yes
Part of the Sefaira integration.
Climate Analysis (Sefaira)
Yes
Yes
Part of the Sefaira integration.
Unlimited Cloud Storage (Trimble Connect)
No
Yes
Access and share project information from anywhere.
Support
Standard
Advanced
Check with Reseller for details
Real-World Site Information
Yes
Yes
Geo-locate, import imagery, create 3D terrain.
Viewer
Yes
Yes
Access through AR mobile viewer
XR Headset Viewing
No
Yes
Augmented and virtual reality applications for use on headsets and devices, including Meta Quest 2, 3, 3S and Pro… headsets.
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Advanced features and capabilities:
- Easy-to-use interface: Intuitive and simple interface, making it ideal for beginners.
- High productivity: An extremely productive program, making it ideal for professionals.
- Ease of use: Easy to use, even for beginners.
- Wide range of capabilities: An ideal 3D program for a wide range of applications.
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Where is SketchUp Studio used?
Architecture: Creating 3D models of buildings, interiors, and exteriors. The program can be used for creating plans, drawings, and realistic renders.
Engineering:Creating 3D models of machines, devices, and other engineering objects. The program can be used for design, simulations, and prototypes.
Design: Creating 3D models of products, furniture, and other design objects. The program can be used for prototyping, visualization, and presentations.
Visualization: Creating realistic 3D visualizations of buildings, products, and other objects. The program can be used for creating films, video games, and other visual effects.
Some of the features of the additional Scan Essentials tool: integration into 3D modeling, precision, reference frame, efficiency, and better collaboration.
Where is Vray used?
Architecture and Interior Design: V-Ray Solo is a key tool for architects and interior designers to create photorealistic visualizations of spaces before project execution.
Production Companies: Used in the film and media industry to create high-quality visual effects and render scenes to achieve authenticity in movies and animations.
Industrial Design and Product Visualization: Enables the creation of realistic product representations for marketing purposes, providing detailed insights into product design.
Engineering and Construction Applications: Used for visualizing projects in the engineering sector, offering visual representations for better understanding of project elements.
SketchUp Educational for Universities | Student License
Although it supports CAD/DWG formats, it is not a standard 2D DWG CAD drawing program like progeCAD 2D/3D Professional, the best AutoCAD alternative.
A wide range of features and capabilities:
- Advanced Modeling Tools: A wide range of advanced modeling tools, including polygon tools, spline tools, and 3D space tools.
- Material Simulation: Advanced material simulation capabilities, including texture, lighting, and reflection simulations.
- Import and Export of 3D Files: Supports importing and exporting 3D files in a wide range of formats, including DWG, DXF, FBX, and OBJ.
- Integration with Other Software: Can integrate with other software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Rhinoceros.
- Professional Results: Ensure top-quality rendering with high-resolution images for your projects.
- Customizability: Control the tool to adjust lighting, textures, and other elements to achieve the desired visual effect.
- Speed and Efficiency: Save time with a fast and efficient rendering tool that optimizes your workflow.
- Support and Updates: Enjoy continuous updates and expert support to stay ahead.