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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (75.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
€314.00 1 User Per Year
$129.00 1 Seats Per Year
BricsCAD
Star Rating
(134)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
€314.00 1 User Per Year
Browse all 5 pricing plansSketchUp
Star Rating
(1,316)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$129.00 1 Seats Per Year
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
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, BricsCAD, while still strong at 8.8, is noted for its robust 2D drawing capabilities, scoring 9.3, which appeals to users focused on detailed drafting.
- Reviewers mention that SketchUp's Push/Pull feature, which allows for easy manipulation of 3D shapes, is a standout tool that enhances user experience. BricsCAD users, however, appreciate the software's superior file import/export capabilities, scoring 8.6, which facilitates smoother collaboration across different platforms.
- G2 users highlight that SketchUp's rendering capabilities, with a score of 7.7, are adequate for basic needs but may not satisfy those looking for high-end visualizations. In contrast, BricsCAD's rendering score of 8.0 indicates a stronger performance in producing detailed and realistic images, making it a better choice for users focused on presentation quality.
- Users on G2 report that SketchUp's library of objects, scoring 8.1, provides a decent selection for quick project setups, but BricsCAD's higher score of 8.9 in annotation and documentation features suggests it offers more comprehensive tools for detailed project documentation and collaboration.
- Reviewers mention that while both products have strong support ratings, BricsCAD's quality of support at 9.0 is notably higher than SketchUp's 8.1, indicating that users may find more reliable assistance when encountering issues or needing guidance.
- Users say that SketchUp's ease of setup, rated at 8.9, is a significant advantage for beginners, allowing them to get started quickly. However, BricsCAD's slightly higher score of 9.1 suggests that it may offer a more streamlined installation process, which could be beneficial for users transitioning from other software.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BricsCAD
BricsCAD® Lite
€314.00
1 User Per Year
Familiar CAD drafting functionality
- All familiar CAD functions in .dwg
- Full LISP support (vl, vlr, vla and vlax)
- 2D Constraint Management
SketchUp
Go Subscription
$129.00
1 Seats Per Year
Design & collaborate anywhere.
- Web & iPad based 3D Modeling Platform
- Unlimited Cloud Storage on Trimble Connect
- Community Support and SketchUp Help Center Access
Free Trial
BricsCAD
Free Trial is available
SketchUp
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
104
8.5
1,127
Ease of Use
8.9
106
8.9
1,144
Ease of Setup
9.0
33
8.9
260
Ease of Admin
8.8
27
8.3
103
Quality of Support
9.0
86
8.1
897
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
25
8.6
100
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
98
8.2
1,114
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
Not enough data
7.3
316
Design
Not enough data
8.9
297
Not enough data
7.8
295
Not enough data
8.7
296
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
271
Not enough data
7.6
221
Collaboration
Not enough data
6.8
222
Not enough data
8.3
293
Not enough data
7.1
269
Not enough data
7.5
259
Construction
Not enough data
7.5
239
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.6
216
Not enough data
6.8
201
Not enough data
6.5
190
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
118
Not enough data
6.1
118
Not enough data
6.4
119
Common Data Environment (CDE) - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Estimation - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Electrical & Circuit Design - Building Design and Building Information Modeling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
6.9
269
Not enough data
6.8
268
Not enough data
8.1
272
Not enough data
6.4
265
Not enough data
7.0
265
Move
Not enough data
6.5
265
Not enough data
7.4
267
Not enough data
8.4
270
Store & Manage
Not enough data
6.7
252
Not enough data
7.6
260
Not enough data
7.6
260
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.1
249
Not enough data
6.2
247
Design
9.3
79
8.7
305
8.8
55
8.9
307
8.8
55
8.9
307
7.9
39
7.7
294
Edit
8.5
74
8.1
296
8.6
54
9.1
304
8.7
67
8.8
303
8.5
68
8.3
290
Collaboration
8.8
62
7.4
265
8.3
54
7.5
264
8.2
44
7.3
243
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
8.1
157
Analysis
Not enough data
7.2
133
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
134
Library
Not enough data
8.1
458
Not enough data
7.4
463
Rendering
Not enough data
7.3
452
Not enough data
7.6
448
Not enough data
6.9
444
Not enough data
7.4
434
Not enough data
7.3
410
Not enough data
6.5
394
Integrations
Not enough data
6.4
367
Not enough data
7.9
420
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
239
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BricsCAD and SketchUp are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
BricsCAD has no unique categories
SketchUp is categorized as Urban Planning and Design, Sketching, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), 3D Modeling, and Architectural Rendering
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BricsCAD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SketchUp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Construction
20.2%
Civil Engineering
16.3%
Architecture & Planning
16.3%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
7.0%
Design
7.0%
Other
33.3%
Architecture & Planning
47.1%
Design
16.7%
Construction
11.1%
Civil Engineering
2.4%
Higher Education
1.3%
Other
21.3%
Discussions
What is BricsCAD used for?
2 Comments
JD
BricsCad replaces the drawing board and does every aspect of design process from an Architect's viewpoint using your computer.Read more
Is BricsCAD free?
2 Comments
JC
for the working version it is better to use a licensed versionRead more
BricsCAD seems to loose edges when taking flat shots. Is there a setting that needs to be adjusted to clean up the flat shot block?
1 Comment
KG
Hi there,
Thank you for your question!
We would advise creating a ticket on this matter. Be sure to add a scenario and sample file in order for our...Read more
Using SketchUp MAKE in your business?
2 Comments
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
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
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