SketchUp

Pros

Very easy to use, uncomplicated in UI appearance, and availability of various features that continue to grow in it.

Cons

Sometimes SketchUp is too dependent on add-ons or extensions, making it not completely ready to use.

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Reasons for Switching to SketchUp

Pros

The easy of use with a very quick learning curve has solidified my love is this product. I've been using SketchUp since the product first came into the scene.

Cons

I don't like the cost increases the past few years. My partner is an educator and it was free until a few years ago.

Pros

I absolutely loved SketchUp. In the design world we have run into a lot of clients with no vision. SketchUp makes it so easy to bring a design to live and give the client a spot on visual of their kitchen, bathroom, laundry etc. The ability to bring in items beyond the standard manufacturers catalog is a designers dream

Cons

Glitches. A few years back I started having issues with SketchUp glitching. I naturally assumed it was due to poor systems at my previous employer. I do still have glitch issues and it can be frustrating, but the end result is worth the glitches

Pros

I like most about sketchup is that it is very easy to learn and it is the only 3D software, aside from autocad, which can be accessed even in an intel core laptop. Thanks for this software, I am able to do a 3D perspective, even though I am not using a high-end laptop.

Cons

I think what I like least about Sketchup is that it is a little bit pricey.

Pros

The user interface, the straightforwards commands, and the drafting buttons makes SketchUp the easiest 3D modelling software to jump start with and become a 3D modeller professional. So, the learning curve for SketchUp is fast once your familiar of extensive features.

Cons

The software is kind of addictive, for once you start you can go on and on to enhance your 3D modelling as quickly and easy as possibly be.

Pros

its good for starter or beginner with 3d modeling (architectural and furniture).

Cons

Exploring in the 3D space of sketchUp it get hard because it doesn't use reference plan or point .

Pros

its very simple to understand and easy to use

Cons

need a higher version computer system. in my laptop its little slow

Pros

It is very easy to learn and you get results right away. Any doubt can be easily solved by a simple online search or a video tutorial. It is a light program that doesn't consume much resources and can help you make a very good approximation of a final result in little time.

Cons

The graphics are a bit outdated and it is not really a program for complex projects, so it might be difficult to export the results to be useful in other applications at times.

Pros

Very easy to design and modify file with this software compared to other programs, where it can import and export in different formats

Cons

Unfortunately You need a plan to use the software, because in the past there wasn't this problem at all

Pros

Sketchup definitely has the best platform for creating 3D projects. The capabilities within the program are extremely high

Cons

When I zoom in too far and get lost inside of the object I'm building

Pros

I can show everybody what I have in my mind. Ease of designing in 3D with SketchUp is very efficient and intuative. I use it everyday and I can't imagine lack of this software.

Cons

Sometimes I have a problem with importing models from Revit. Maybe it is about their complexicity.

Pros

We started company journey on Augmented and Virtual Reality recently. The big obstacle was the contect creation, that even if it was not so complicated slow down significantly the speed to market of the solution. In fact it request a big knowledge skill on dedicated software not always simply to use.

Cons

Price of a single 3D object to import sometimes is too high

Pros

Of course i like its functionality. SketchUp offers many features. I can make 3D drawings with the highest accuracy.

Cons

Despite SketchUp is very useful, i think it's very difficult to learn.

Pros

SketchUp is one of the easier 3d model creator and editors. it's easy to use, it has significant features.

Cons

SketchUp is limited in integrations and compatibility with out-of-Google applications.

Pros

It's an industry standard solution, stupid simple to use! I am not an architect, no formal training whatsoever, but after watching a couple of youtube videos, I was up and running.

Cons

Nothing to complain about! It's quite nice to use.

Pros

I used to model with this tool since my university period and a marvelous tool for architectural modeling. Best feature of the software is simplicity and user friendliness. Modeling with SketchUp is just like building structure with building blocks. It does not requires advance knowledge which we need in AutoCAD 3d or Revit. When it comes to 3d rendering, SketchUp models works well than others.

Cons

As per my experience, this tool only suits for visualization purposes. For drafting and making drawings, have to use an advance tool.

Pros

The quality of the graphics is excellent

Cons

Searching for products is tedious and time consuming

Pros

The Push-Pull tool in SketchUp enables you to quickly extrude 2D shapes into 3D forms by simply clicking and dragging. This feature makes it easy to create and modify complex shapes, allowing for efficient design iterations.

Cons

While SketchUp provides basic materials and rendering capabilities, i will desire more advanced options for realistic material representations and high-quality rendering directly within the software. Integrating more advanced rendering features or improved material libraries could enhance the visualization and presentation of designs.

Pros

Application that provides free use, for beginners test format, so you can evaluate some of its features.

Cons

Missing a lot of information within the platform on questions about alternative keys "shortcut keys" for certain commands.

Pros

SketchUp is super easy to use. I love the functional 3D navigation it comes with. The 3D Warehouse has a large selection of pre-modeled content. It also doesn't limit design and building which is great.

Cons

When working with large files, it takes a little time to get back on track if you haven't consciously kept everything nice and orderly as you go along.

Pros

the most valuable benefit is the ease of use

Cons

the integration with other software's are limited

Pros

It takes mere minutes to create something detailed. Shapes can be manipulated with the touch of a button with its efficient tools.

Cons

Its learning curve isn’t steep, but noticeable for new users. Online tutorials along with experimentation will suffice in unlocking its potential.

Pros

We enjoy that Sketch up is easy to use and learn and is promising for all levels of designers. My students are able to quickly pick up the functions and start designing. There are many ways to learn from other users which helps to problem solve certain situations.

Cons

I would really like to be able to develop a floor plan with dimensions allowing my students to be able to create a project management starting point.

Pros

my favorite part about sketchup is that you can customize pretty much anything.

Cons

sometimes when you are importing a different 3D architecture model, sketchup will add additional line that are difficult to remove.

Pros

There is a free platform (with limitations) but almost complete

Cons

Is not fully compatible with most popular design platform (Autodesk Autocad)