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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (61.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$129.00 1 Seats Per Year
$149.99
SketchUp
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 plansTurboCAD
Star Rating
(31)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$149.99
Browse all 5 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 preferred choice for those who prioritize creating detailed three-dimensional designs. In contrast, TurboCAD's 3D modeling score is lower at 7.5, indicating it may not meet the same level of user expectations in this area.
- Reviewers mention that SketchUp's ease of use is a standout feature, scoring 8.8, which is higher than TurboCAD's score of 8.2. This suggests that new users may find SketchUp more intuitive and accessible for their design needs.
- G2 users highlight SketchUp's dynamic updating feature, which scored 7.6, allowing for real-time changes in designs. TurboCAD, however, received a lower score of 6.8 in this area, indicating that users may experience delays or limitations when updating their models.
- Users on G2 report that TurboCAD offers better quality of support with a score of 8.4 compared to SketchUp's 8.1. This could be a significant factor for buyers who value responsive customer service and assistance.
- Reviewers mention that SketchUp's rendering capabilities, while decent at 7.8, are not as robust as TurboCAD's 7.9. This suggests that TurboCAD may provide more advanced rendering options for users focused on high-quality visual outputs.
- Users say that SketchUp's library of objects scores 8.1, providing a wide range of pre-made components that can enhance design efficiency. TurboCAD's library, while functional, does not match this level of variety, which may limit users looking for diverse design elements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
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
TurboCAD
TurboCAD Deluxe
$149.99
TurboCAD® Deluxe is powerful, complete 2D/3D CAD software with hundreds of drawing, modifying, dimensioning and annotation tools. Materials, lighting, and photorealistic rendering create powerful presentations of any architectural or mechanical design. Plus, easily share your work with extensive file support including AutoCAD .DWG, SketchUp .SKP, and STL for 3D printing.
- Complete 2D/3D design tools for drafting, modeling, modifying, dimensioning and annotation.
- Easy to learn and use with set up wizards, context-sensitive help, snaps, alignment aids, and handle-based editing.
- Productivity Features like a customizable UI, time saving wizards, a 64-Bit compatible version, XREF support, and more.
Free Trial
SketchUp
Free Trial is available
TurboCAD
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
1,127
8.8
28
Ease of Use
8.9
1,144
8.2
28
Ease of Setup
8.9
260
8.8
7
Ease of Admin
8.3
103
8.1
7
Quality of Support
8.1
897
8.4
26
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
100
8.3
7
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
1,114
7.5
28
Features by Category
Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM)Hide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
7.3
316
Not enough data
Design
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
Not enough data
Collaboration
6.8
222
Not enough data
8.3
293
Not enough data
7.1
269
Not enough data
7.5
259
Not enough data
Construction
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
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
118
Not enough data
6.1
118
Not enough data
6.4
119
Not enough data
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
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
Not enough data
Move
6.5
265
Not enough data
7.4
267
Not enough data
8.4
270
Not enough data
Store & Manage
6.7
252
Not enough data
7.6
260
Not enough data
7.6
260
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.1
249
Not enough data
6.2
247
Not enough data
Design
8.7
305
Not enough data
8.9
307
Not enough data
8.9
307
Not enough data
7.7
294
Not enough data
Edit
8.1
296
Not enough data
9.1
304
Not enough data
8.8
303
Not enough data
8.3
290
Not enough data
Collaboration
7.4
265
Not enough data
7.5
264
Not enough data
7.3
243
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
8.1
157
Not enough data
Analysis
7.2
133
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
134
Not enough data
Library
8.1
458
Not enough data
7.4
463
Not enough data
Rendering
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
Not enough data
Integrations
6.4
367
Not enough data
7.9
420
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.2
239
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SketchUp and TurboCAD are categorized as General-Purpose CAD
Unique Categories
SketchUp is categorized as Urban Planning and Design, Sketching, Building Design and Building Information Modeling (BIM), 3D Modeling, and Architectural Rendering
TurboCAD has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SketchUp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TurboCAD
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
47.1%
Design
16.7%
Construction
11.1%
Civil Engineering
2.4%
Higher Education
1.3%
Other
21.3%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
12.9%
Construction
12.9%
Higher Education
6.5%
Civil Engineering
6.5%
Retail
3.2%
Other
58.1%
Discussions
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
Does the deluxe version read write dgn files.
2 Comments
JA
i use the Platinum version for professional work, and I love it. I don't know about the Deluxe. However, the customer service guys on turbocad.com are...Read more
Is TurboCAD compatible with the current versions of AutoCAD?
1 Comment
JL
Yes. Each version of TurboCAD can read and write the most recent AutoCAD file format at the time of release (but only Platinum can read files with ACIS...Read more
How difficult will it be to learn TurboCAD if I am an AutoCAD user?
1 Comment
Official Response from TurboCAD
Very easy. TurboCAD menus and command are displayed in a similar fashion to AutoCAD. TurboCAD also offers a Command line entry option, a ‘heads-up’...Read more
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