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At a Glance
Revit LT
Revit LT
Star Rating
(43)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.9% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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SketchUp
SketchUp
Star Rating
(1,303)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.5% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$119.00 1 Seats Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that SketchUp excels in ease of use with a score of 8.8, making it a favorite among small businesses for quick learning and intuitive design processes, while Revit LT, with a score of 8.0, is noted for having a steeper learning curve.
  • Reviewers mention that SketchUp's dynamic updating feature, scoring 7.6, is less robust compared to Revit LT's impressive 9.3, which allows for real-time changes and updates in collaborative environments, enhancing workflow efficiency.
  • G2 users highlight that SketchUp's rendering capabilities, rated at 7.8, are satisfactory for basic needs, but Revit LT's rendering score of 8.0 is preferred for more detailed and professional presentations, making it a better choice for architectural firms.
  • Users on G2 report that SketchUp's drawing and editing features, scoring 8.7 and 8.5 respectively, are user-friendly and versatile, while Revit LT's drawing score of 8.6 indicates a solid performance, but users find it less flexible for creative design adjustments.
  • Reviewers say that collaboration features in Revit LT, particularly its multi-user capabilities with a score of 8.1, are superior to SketchUp's 6.8, making it a better option for teams working on large-scale projects that require constant input from multiple stakeholders.
  • Users report that SketchUp's library of objects and materials, scoring 8.1 and 7.4 respectively, provides a rich resource for quick design, while Revit LT's documentation and data extraction features, both scoring 7.3, are essential for detailed project management and compliance in professional settings.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Revit LT
No pricing available
SketchUp
Go Subscription
$119.00
1 Seats Per Year
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Free Trial
Revit LT
No trial information available
SketchUp
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.9
38
8.5
1,118
Ease of Use
8.0
38
8.9
1,135
Ease of Setup
7.5
6
9.0
250
Ease of Admin
6.7
6
8.3
103
Quality of Support
7.4
34
8.1
891
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
6
8.6
100
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
35
8.2
1,105
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.1
168
7.5
3,266
Design
8.5
17
8.9
297
8.0
17
7.8
295
8.6
17
8.7
296
8.0
17
Feature Not Available
8.2
14
7.9
271
9.3
5
7.6
220
Collaboration
8.1
13
6.8
222
7.4
15
8.3
293
8.1
16
7.1
269
8.2
13
7.5
259
Construction
7.8
6
7.5
239
7.5
8
Feature Not Available
8.0
10
6.6
216
Not enough data
6.7
200
Not enough data
6.5
189
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
2,833
Design
Not enough data
6.8
261
Not enough data
6.8
262
Not enough data
8.2
265
Not enough data
6.4
258
Not enough data
6.9
258
Move
Not enough data
6.5
258
Not enough data
7.4
259
Not enough data
8.4
262
Store & Manage
Not enough data
6.6
245
Not enough data
7.5
253
Not enough data
7.6
252
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
3,153
Design
Not enough data
8.7
303
Not enough data
8.9
304
Not enough data
8.9
304
Not enough data
7.7
291
Edit
Not enough data
8.1
294
Not enough data
9.1
302
Not enough data
8.8
301
Not enough data
8.3
288
Collaboration
Not enough data
7.4
263
Not enough data
7.5
262
Not enough data
7.3
241
Urban Planning and DesignHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
7.5
1,450
Plan
Not enough data
7.3
145
Not enough data
7.3
142
Not enough data
6.5
139
Not enough data
6.9
134
Design
Not enough data
9.0
159
Not enough data
7.9
159
Not enough data
7.5
148
Not enough data
8.0
157
Analysis
Not enough data
7.2
133
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
134
Architectural RenderingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
7.3
4,269
Library
Not enough data
8.1
454
Not enough data
7.4
460
Rendering
Not enough data
7.3
450
Not enough data
7.6
446
Not enough data
6.9
442
Not enough data
7.4
432
Not enough data
7.3
408
Not enough data
6.5
392
Integrations
Not enough data
6.4
366
Not enough data
7.9
419
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Revit LT
Revit LT
SketchUp
SketchUp
Revit LT and SketchUp are categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Revit LT
Revit LT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
26.8%
SketchUp
SketchUp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
75.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Revit LT
Revit LT
Architecture & Planning
61.9%
Construction
16.7%
Design
4.8%
Renewables & Environment
2.4%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
2.4%
Other
11.9%
SketchUp
SketchUp
Architecture & Planning
47.0%
Design
16.9%
Construction
11.0%
Civil Engineering
2.4%
Higher Education
1.3%
Other
21.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Revit LT
Revit LT
Most Helpful Favorable Review
sandeep j.
SJ
sandeep j.
Verified User in Construction

As it is the lite version of Revit this becomes it cheaper and easy to use. It is one of the basic software to switch over the BIM.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Betsy L.
BL
Betsy L.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

For the most part, Revit LT functions the same as basic Revit. However, I do miss some of the features in Revit LT, like the in-program render abilities or the lack of decals as a function. As a design professional my clients want to see there logo's on...

SketchUp
SketchUp
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Serena S.
SS
Serena S.
Verified User in Research

The structure of the program is the favorite moment of the SketchUp. If you did nothing whatsoever to create 3D structures and draw them in a very convenient way, even if you did nothing with this tool prior to opening it. The tool also enables you to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Design

Basically, everything so far. I've been at this for 6 hours and so far I've barely managed to draw the shape of my yard with accurate measurements and now trying to complete the shape of my house, and it's impossible. The interface is clunking, so...

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Discussions
Revit LT
Revit LT Discussions
What is the differences between Revit and Revit LT?
1 comment
Nasir K.
NK
Revit LT is a light version of Revit as it says LT that means it's light featured and also cost friendlyRead more
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Revit LT has no more discussions with answers
SketchUp
SketchUp Discussions
Using SketchUp MAKE in your business?
2 comments
Diana B.
DB
I have Make on my work computer, but I use it to view content from 3D Warehouse. I use the models in a program called CET Designer. I am not ready yet to...Read more
What is the best way to use sketchup in other software programs?
2 comments
Sejin J.
SJ
Hey, So my work requires me to export Sketch Up files in other software domains. I generally consult the BIMDeX company for exporting the files from Sketch...Read more
What is next?
2 comments
Dan B.
DB