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At a Glance
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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Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect
Star Rating
(208)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (82.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,530.00 1 license Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that SketchUp excels in 3D modeling with a score of 9.0, making it a favorite for those who prioritize intuitive design and ease of use. In contrast, Vectorworks Architect, while strong in drawing at 8.8, falls slightly behind in overall 3D modeling capabilities.
  • Reviewers mention that SketchUp's Push/Pull feature, rated at 9.1, allows for quick and efficient modifications, enhancing the user experience. Meanwhile, Vectorworks Architect's editing tools, although competent, received a lower score of 8.1, indicating a less streamlined process.
  • G2 users highlight that SketchUp's visualizing capabilities are rated at 8.9, which is higher than Vectorworks Architect's 8.4. This suggests that users find SketchUp more effective for creating compelling visual presentations of their designs.
  • Users on G2 report that Vectorworks Architect shines in BIM integration with a score of 8.1, which is significantly higher than SketchUp's 6.4. This makes Vectorworks a better choice for users who require robust building information modeling features.
  • Reviewers mention that while both products offer collaboration features, SketchUp's file import/export capabilities are rated at 8.3, compared to Vectorworks Architect's 7.9. This indicates that SketchUp may provide a more seamless experience when working with various file types.
  • Users say that the quality of support for Vectorworks Architect is rated at 8.4, which is higher than SketchUp's 8.1. This suggests that users may find more reliable assistance and resources when using Vectorworks Architect.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
SketchUp
Go Subscription
$119.00
1 Seats Per Year
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Vectorworks Architect
Annual Subscription
$1,530.00
1 license Per Year
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Free Trial
SketchUp
Free Trial is available
Vectorworks Architect
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
1,118
8.6
190
Ease of Use
8.9
1,135
8.3
191
Ease of Setup
9.0
250
8.5
54
Ease of Admin
8.3
103
8.3
24
Quality of Support
8.1
891
8.5
180
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
100
8.9
22
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
1,105
7.5
191
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
7.5
3,266
7.3
502
Design
8.9
297
8.4
34
7.8
295
7.5
33
8.7
296
8.8
35
Feature Not Available
7.9
33
7.9
271
7.0
33
7.6
220
7.6
28
Collaboration
6.8
222
6.1
32
8.3
293
8.0
35
7.1
269
8.1
34
7.5
259
7.9
35
Construction
7.5
239
6.8
33
Feature Not Available
6.8
30
6.6
216
6.0
30
6.7
200
6.8
27
6.5
189
6.3
26
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
6.2
24
7.2
2,833
Not enough data
Design
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
Not enough data
Move
6.5
258
Not enough data
7.4
259
Not enough data
8.4
262
Not enough data
Store & Manage
6.6
245
Not enough data
7.5
253
Not enough data
7.6
252
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
3,153
Not enough data
Design
8.7
303
Not enough data
8.9
304
Not enough data
8.9
304
Not enough data
7.7
291
Not enough data
Edit
8.1
294
Not enough data
9.1
302
Not enough data
8.8
301
Not enough data
8.3
288
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.4
263
Not enough data
7.5
262
Not enough data
7.3
241
Not enough data
Urban Planning and DesignHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
7.5
1,450
Not enough data
Plan
7.3
145
Not enough data
7.3
142
Not enough data
6.5
139
Not enough data
6.9
134
Not enough data
Design
9.0
159
Not enough data
7.9
159
Not enough data
7.5
148
Not enough data
8.0
157
Not enough data
Analysis
7.2
133
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.4
134
Not enough data
Architectural RenderingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
7.3
4,269
7.5
229
Library
8.1
454
7.7
21
7.4
460
7.9
21
Rendering
7.3
450
8.0
21
7.6
446
7.9
21
6.9
442
7.6
21
7.4
432
7.3
21
7.3
408
7.1
21
6.5
392
6.5
21
Integrations
6.4
366
7.7
21
7.9
419
7.9
20
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
6.8
20
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SketchUp
SketchUp
Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect
SketchUp and Vectorworks Architect are categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Architectural Rendering
Unique Categories
Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SketchUp
SketchUp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
75.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.4%
Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
82.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
9.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.4%
Reviewers' Industry
SketchUp
SketchUp
Architecture & Planning
47.0%
Design
16.9%
Construction
11.0%
Civil Engineering
2.4%
Higher Education
1.3%
Other
21.2%
Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect
Architecture & Planning
61.0%
Design
10.2%
Entertainment
6.3%
Construction
2.9%
Marketing and Advertising
2.4%
Other
17.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
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...

Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Steven G.
SG
Steven G.
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

Vectorworks Architect has a set of integrated 2D and 3D tools that allow small and large firms to use the software from Schematic Design through Construction Documents and have photo-realistic renderings produced art any point in the design process.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Zahra K.
ZK
Zahra K.
Verified User in Design

Vector works is just great for 2d and it seems creating model in 3d is not as easy as sketch up. My manager at work tried hard to be a master with vector works and tried to learn all the 3d features, but it was really to difficult. In addition, the...

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Discussions
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
Vectorworks Architect
Vectorworks Architect Discussions
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