SketchUp Reviews & Product Details

The fact that SketchUp is very intuitive and quick to use is still the main reason why I love it. It is a very simple program, but you still can create clear 3D models without going through a long learning process. The interface is light but it gives a feeling of total control, and then tools like push/pull or easy component management among others, support to quickly modifying design. It is the best tool especially for fast architectural concepts to get your ideas, the large 3D Warehouse library is a great time-saver. Though it is not the most powerful software when it comes to detailed rendering, it is still the fastest, easiest, and most user-friendly solution for transforming your concepts into a tidy 3D space. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SketchUp is frustrating to me due to the fact that it limits a user when most projects become more sophisticated, especially in areas such as high-detail modeling or advanced rendering. If the file is heavy, performance will definitely decline and for the features that are considered to be very important like powerful rendering, advanced modeling tools, and better material management—most of them already be paid plugins or third-party extensions. The ease of use is a plus for newcomers to 3D modeling, but it can eventually turn out to be a constraint for projects that are meant for professional quality. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think SketchUp is a truly exceptional software. I use it for 3D modeling of architectural projects and furniture elements and to create impactful presentations of projects. It allows me to create impactful presentations quickly and easily and saves me time in identifying any construction issues. I find it simple, comprehensive, fast, and connected with other software. Starting from a simple 2D sketch, with a few steps I can develop a three-dimensional model to which I can apply customized presentation styles or choose from those already offered by the software. Also noteworthy is the project layout processing section. The initial setup is very simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I can't find valid help with the integration with Google Earth for geolocation and mapping the work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like SketchUp's compatibility and its easy-to-use setup. It's great for creating 3D models of houses and blocks, which is essential for my interior designing work. I prefer using the Vray with SketchUp for realistic renders, and I find the modeling feature very useful for customizing various models. The step-by-step guide provided during the initial setup made it very easy to get started. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There should be more features easy to install rather than plugins, it should be built inside the software. Also, Vray settings should use AI now as it's becoming outdated and takes time depending on the hardware GPU. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SketchUp makes it amazingly easy to work with 3D shapes. The vast extensions library means you will find any plug-in that you might require - from rendering to acoustic analysis tools for rooms. The offering is extended to high quality models that you can find in the SketchUp Warehouse created by the community. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I know SketchUp is always improving, but one thing that was a problem to me when I used SketchUp were crashes. Sometimes on big models SketchUp would crash, but that could be fixed by hiding demanding models. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use SketchUp 7, the same version of the program Google used to create all the buildings in Google Earth and the last free version that allowed you to import AutoCAD files. The fact that it is also old enough to vote doesn't bother me. I also use Kerkythea 2008 for renderings and animations. SketchUp is easy to use, highly intuitive, extremely efficient and provides excellent results. I began doing 3D stuff back in the 80's using AutoCAD and rendering in AccuRender. This is much easier and faster.

My motto is "Cheap is good, free is better." Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SketchUp 2025 is largely bloatware. Rather than updating the software and removing the outdated parts, Trimble has simply piggy-backed new options on top of existing ones, resulting in an unstable, slow-loading, frustrating software that is monetized out the wazoo and primarily concerned with separating users from their cash through a subscription. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ease of use, beginners create models quickly with tools likes to push/pull that feel natural, vast 3D warehouse provides millions of free models, save time on details like furniture or landscapes,

geolocation and shadow analysis ad real-world context by importing site data and simulating lighting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

precision falls short for detailed CAD work, making it unsuitable for engineering needing exact measurements. native rendering and 2D drafting tools remain basic without extensions, adding coasts and complexity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

the ease of usable one to modelling rather than 3dsmax Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

i dislike about the sketchup is the sketchup bug one , it closed unexpectedly , i hate that much Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

This is the simplest 3D software I have ever used. It removes all the confusion from 3D modeling and turns it into an easy, straightforward process, resulting in an impressive final product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are still some bugs, but it's improving over time. These issues are now rarely encountered. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I appreciate most about SketchUp is how it allows me to visualize projects before I begin working on them. This feature is incredibly helpful for producing accurate estimates and presenting a polished proposal to clients. I also really enjoy how user-friendly the software is. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't like that the rendering quality relies on extra plugins, and I've noticed that performance can be slow when working with large models. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sketchup helps me to work easy and fast for a good scale modelling, easy to start for beginners as well, better to shoe good concepts with in no time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sketchup is ok for presentation but need a rendering software to render the models to create realistic renders, has many lag issues when file size goes up Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.