--- title: Rhinoceros Reviews meta\_title: 'Rhinoceros Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 192 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Rhinoceros works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.4 review\_count: 192 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: CAD url: https://www.g2.com/categories/cad --- # Rhinoceros Reviews & Product Details Rhinoceros, commonly known as Rhino, is a 3D computer-aided design (CAD) application developed by Robert McNeel & Associates. It specializes in free-form NURBS (Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines) modeling, enabling users to create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate complex 3D geometries with precision. Widely adopted across various industries—including architecture, industrial design, naval engineering, jewelry design, and multimedia—Rhino offers a comprehensive suite of tools for professionals seeking accuracy and flexibility in their design processes. Key Features and Functionality: - Comprehensive Modeling Tools: Rhino provides an extensive array of tools for creating and editing points, curves, surfaces, solids, meshes, and subdivision geometry (SubD). Users can generate complex shapes through operations like lofting, sweeping, and blending, facilitating intricate design work. - Precision and Accuracy: The software ensures high levels of accuracy, essential for designing, prototyping, engineering, and manufacturing applications ranging from intricate jewelry pieces to large-scale architectural projects. - Extensive Compatibility: Rhino supports over 30 CAD file formats, including DWG/DXF, IGES, STEP, and STL, allowing seamless integration with other design, drafting, CAM, engineering, analysis, rendering, animation, and illustration software. - Advanced Rendering and Presentation: With built-in rendering capabilities and support for various third-party rendering plugins, Rhino enables users to produce high-quality visualizations and presentations of their designs. - Grasshopper Integration: The inclusion of Grasshopper, a visual programming language, allows for parametric and algorithmic design, enabling users to create generative forms and automate complex modeling tasks without prior programming knowledge. - Customization and Extensibility: Rhino's open architecture and SDK facilitate customization of the interface and the creation of custom commands and menus. Additionally, a vast ecosystem of plugins extends its functionality to cater to specific industry needs. Primary Value and User Solutions: Rhino's primary value lies in its ability to provide an affordable yet powerful 3D modeling solution that balances flexibility, precision, and user-friendliness. It addresses the needs of professionals who require accurate and complex modeling capabilities without the steep learning curve or high costs associated with other high-end CAD software. By supporting a wide range of file formats and offering extensive customization options, Rhino ensures seamless workflow integration and adaptability to various project requirements. Its integration with Grasshopper further empowers users to explore parametric design and computational modeling, fostering innovation and efficiency in the design process. * * * Seller [McNeel](https://www.g2.com/sellers/mcneel) Discussions [Rhinoceros Community](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/discuss) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Overview by Bob McNeel (CEO, Robert McNeel & Assoc) Show More ## Pricing Pricing provided by Rhinoceros. ### Rhino 5 for Windows Upgrade $495 ### Rhino 5 for Windows $995 [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![AutoCAD](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "AutoCAD") AutoCAD 4.4/5(1,940) ](https://www.g2.com/products/autocad/reviews) [ ![Onshape](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Onshape") Onshape 4.7/5(725) ](https://www.g2.com/products/onshape/reviews) [ ![SOLIDWORKS](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "SOLIDWORKS") SOLIDWORKS 4.5/5(646) ](https://www.g2.com/products/solidworks/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 192 real user reviews. Perceived Cost $$$$$ [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ## Rhinoceros Integrations (2) What do users say about integrations? Integration information sourced from real user reviews. [ ![Product Avatar Image](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Product Avatar Image") Adobe Illustrator ](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-illustrator/reviews)[ ![Product Avatar Image](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Product Avatar Image") Revit ](https://www.g2.com/products/revit/reviews) Show More ![Tom R.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Tom R.") TR Tom R. Senior Conference Planner Think Tanks Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/28/2018 "Steep learning curve but very powerful" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Of all the drafting software I've used, Rhino has the best visualizations. Helpful for understanding where cuts will take place when using various lathe and CNC machines Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? High system requirements. Was unable to use on my personal laptop because it lacked the computing power. Can load slowly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Helped solve the efficiency problem for us. We are able to produce much faster Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Architecture & Planning](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Architecture & Planning") UA Verified User in Architecture & Planning Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 7/18/2017 "Rhino 3D Review" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino is used by students and professionals alike for a reason. It is really unparalleled in its usability, flexibility, interoperability and available support from the community. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Precision is perhaps not as high as some other products, such as AutoCAD and Inventor, but for someone in the Architecture industry those tolerances are acceptable because of the scale we work at - we aren't concerning ourselves with micrometers of accuracy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: If there is an issue, chances are others have had it as well. There is a robust community of Rhino users that can help with troubleshooting, as well as tons of forum content solving issues that you might encounter. There is also a lot of training material available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhino is generally able to handle most eccentric file types that we might receive from consultants. We also use it for the majority of our conceptual design and presenation-level modeling. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Higher Education](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Higher Education") UH Verified User in Higher Education Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 1/14/2018 "3D drafting software for advanced users" 2.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rendering ability is unparalleled Drafting of complex structure can be done using shortcuts easier to create 2-D drawings convert them to a 3D file Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Steep learning curve Rendering of big files tends to be slow Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Invest the time in learning the software. It will be worth it for complex projects Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Creating graphics for scientific publications Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Architecture & Planning](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Architecture & Planning") UA Verified User in Architecture & Planning Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/13/2018 "10 years experience with Rhino" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Smooth performance and integrates very well with AutoCAD as well as other 3D modeling/animation software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? The need to export to other programs for proper rendering. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Allowing clients to visualize building blueprints in three dimensions and provide feedback for the design process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Marco L.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Marco L.") ML Marco L. Docente Architecture & Planning Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 3/14/2017 "Rhinoceros, challenging but very interesting" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhinoceros has a huge amount of tools to create unique shapes. It has a nice interface so that if you are familiar with other softwares like Autocad or 3ds MAX, you won't have issues in using it. It can be improved with nice add-ons, like Grasshopper or Visualarq. It is really eay to be learned and it can be used in many fields like automotive design, architecture, industrial design, 3d printing. It is also simple to use cnc machines connected with it like cnc milling machines to create prototypes It has no fancy functions and it is extremelty fast. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? It has no parametric modifier tools and if you don't like the result of the shape you have created it is necessary to repeat the entire process instead of easily modifing elements on the surface ... rendering capabilities are very poor so you really need another software to render rhino files .. so it must be bought and learned another software .... Exported files are in general huge and heavy to be managed from other softwares It has Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Nice software. Not so expensive ( but it has not an educational free license ) Extremely good if you already know what your 3d should be .. not so easy if you need just to create quick concepts Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Mainly prototyping and object design Laser cutting for architectural maquettes It is a perfect tool to be used before going into production step Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Verified User in Design](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Design") UD Verified User in Design Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 11/29/2017 "Rhinoceros is one the best 3d model software" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I really like the freedom of modeling anything what you like, if you want something accurate you can, if you want something impossible you can too Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Well probably the mesh relation with Nurbs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Very easy to use software Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Easy and fast model fixing for 3d print Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Renata R.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Renata R.") RR Renata R. Celebre suas emoções! Events Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/26/2017 "Very complete 3D CAD software" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I love Rhinoceros for many different reasons, one of them is that this software gives the user the freedom to create and design using its precise tools and four different view angles at the same time. Together with that, Rhinoceros allows the user to customize its layout, making it easier to adjust the software to your needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? It takes time to learn all of its features and to be able to use it to its full capacity, in other words, its learning curve is really steep. Also, Rhinoceros pricing is not very friendly, it is quite expensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Try experimenting Rhinocero's features and get familiar with its design before modelling and designing projects with it because it can be quite difficult to use it in the beggining. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? With Rhinoceros, I was able to design 3D objects and send them to a 3D printer. These objects were used in events to decorate the environment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Eduardo M.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Eduardo M.") EM Eduardo M. Estagiário Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/18/2017 "Rhinoceros is the best and most complete 3D modelling software out there" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? One of the best features that the program has is that it allows the user to write commands in a toolbar. This speeds up the whole modelling process. Also, the fact that the program shows the user four different views at the same time is game changer, it helps a ton. Finally, it's straightforward and clear design creates a good atmosphere to let the user's creativity flow into the modelling and designing process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? My main issue with Rhinoceros is that it can be a bit inaccurate and imprecise. Especially when using the technical drafting feature. Also some tools can fail from time to time and not work properly, and i these cases the user needs to save the project and reopen the program, which can be quite annoying. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhinoceros has really assisted me in designing new and innovative projects with it's great features and tools. With this software, I was able to grow as a professional in my line of work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 1/25/2017 Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Seller invite ![Verified User in Architecture & Planning](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Architecture & Planning") UA Verified User in Architecture & Planning Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 7/18/2017 "User Friendly with Predictable Commands/tools" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I love how the commands are simple to learn and easy to find. For example, if you want to draw a curve, the command is curve. There is barely any lag when I use it even if I have a large amount of information. I found it to be the most efficient in drawing 3D object easily and quickly. Commands are very responsive and directions below are very clear to understand. Layering function is also very easy to understand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? The rendering in the program could use some work but that also might just be my skill level as I do not use it for rendering very often. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? This program allows me to draw quick sketches both quickly and accurately. I can customize my hot keys to fit my needs and allow myself to work at my most optimal. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Gerardo G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gerardo G.") GG Gerardo G. Diseñador Design Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/17/2017 "Well design program for rendering" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? It´s the better software when you want to design in a freelly way, this is an excellent option to rendering plugins.the edition of materials it´s as well the best in the market , you don´t need to do so much , and reading the manual you can learn super easy. the freely tools of modeling its as well super easy to understand, and if you want to do surfaces and solids you can do it fast an easy, the only problem that i had its the import tool , its not easy as a I wantet to be, there will be a better solution for tis and maybe in the future this could be solved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Maybe the interface would be more easy , and a better form to learn without the necesity of courses .And the useas of cameras , it not easy to manage , and maybe the opton to renderin in isometric, only one object , not all the scene. The importation tool it´s not perfect, in some cases you can´t importe the models completely , and in some cases some parts of the model you can´t see. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Its an easy tool that solve tha necesities of rendering and modeling, and its a way to do the things betterand in a easy way. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? easy and quick modeling and rendering, and at some point its more easy to explain a new worler the program than others. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ## Questions about Rhinoceros? Ask real users or explore answers from the community Get practical answers, real workflows, and honest pros and cons from the G2 community or share your insights. 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