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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (75.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$395 ea
$129.00 1 Seats Per Year
DataCAD
Star Rating
(64)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$395 ea
Browse all 4 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, while DataCAD's 3D modeling capabilities are rated lower at 7.5. Reviewers mention that SketchUp's intuitive interface and tools like the Push/Pull feature make it easier to create complex models quickly.
- Reviewers mention that DataCAD shines in drawing capabilities, scoring 9.0 compared to SketchUp's 8.7. Users on G2 appreciate DataCAD's precision in technical drawings, which is particularly beneficial for architectural and engineering projects.
- G2 users highlight that SketchUp's rendering capabilities are rated at 7.8, which is significantly better than DataCAD's 5.3. Users say that SketchUp's rendering tools allow for more realistic visualizations, making it a preferred choice for presentations.
- Users report that both products have similar ease of setup scores (8.9), but SketchUp is often praised for its user-friendly onboarding process, while DataCAD's setup can be more complex due to its extensive features.
- Reviewers mention that the quality of support for DataCAD is rated higher at 9.4 compared to SketchUp's 8.1. Users on G2 appreciate DataCAD's responsive customer service and comprehensive documentation, which helps in resolving issues quickly.
- Users say that collaboration features are a strong point for both products, with SketchUp scoring 6.8 and DataCAD slightly lower at 6.7. However, reviewers mention that SketchUp's file import/export capabilities (8.3) are superior, allowing for easier integration with other software tools.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
DataCAD
DataCAD LT
$395
ea
DataCAD LT is a low-cost 2D/3D architectural CADD program for design professionals. DataCAD LT provides the essential production drawing and modeling features of DataCAD and is useful for developing construction drawings and creating architectural presentations. DataCAD LT can also be used in conjunction with desktop publishing applications. Whether you use CAD software occasionally, are a full-time drafter or are new to CAD altogether, you'll find DataCAD LT to be powerful and easy-to-use.
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
DataCAD
Free Trial is available
SketchUp
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
61
8.5
1,127
Ease of Use
9.3
61
8.9
1,144
Ease of Setup
8.9
9
8.9
260
Ease of Admin
8.0
9
8.3
103
Quality of Support
9.4
59
8.1
897
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.1
9
8.6
100
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
61
8.2
1,114
Features by Category
Design
7.6
7
8.9
297
5.3
6
7.8
295
9.0
8
8.7
296
8.8
8
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.9
271
Not enough data
7.6
221
Collaboration
6.7
8
6.8
222
7.8
9
8.3
293
7.7
8
7.1
269
Feature Not Available
7.5
259
Construction
7.6
7
7.5
239
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
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
Not enough data
8.7
305
Not enough data
8.9
307
Not enough data
8.9
307
Not enough data
7.7
294
Edit
Not enough data
8.1
296
Not enough data
9.1
304
Not enough data
8.8
303
Not enough data
8.3
290
Collaboration
Not enough data
7.4
265
Not enough data
7.5
264
Not enough data
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
DataCAD and SketchUp are categorized as Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Unique Categories
DataCAD has no unique categories
SketchUp is categorized as Urban Planning and Design, Sketching, General-Purpose CAD, 3D Modeling, and Architectural Rendering
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
DataCAD
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
Architecture & Planning
77.8%
Construction
7.9%
Design
4.8%
Civil Engineering
3.2%
Internet
1.6%
Other
4.8%
Architecture & Planning
47.1%
Design
16.7%
Construction
11.1%
Civil Engineering
2.4%
Higher Education
1.3%
Other
21.3%
Discussions
What is the company for DataCAD?
1 Comment
RG
DataCAD LLC.Read more
DataCAD has no more discussions with answers
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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