--- 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 ![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.) 12/28/2021 "3D Concept Tool" 4/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? The best quality of Rhino is that it is a relatively intuitive software that allows you to quickly create concepts in 3D space. It is most useful for the conceptual phase of design, allowing the user to create iterative design and illustration. Parametric modeling is Rhino's strength, and the ability to quickly and easily adjust parameters within your model is a valuable tool. The ability to take hand sketches into the 3D world and share designs with other teams in this way is incredibly useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Rhino is somewhat lacking in the exactness and precision available in other 3D tools such as Revit. There are better options on the market for creating a true-to-life 3D representation, such as for modeling architectural plans. However, when used for concepts and illustrative renderings that do not need to be built to scale, Rhino is my preferred 3D tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: I would recommend looking at a combination of Rhino and Revit for different modeling needs, and looking deeper into interfaces that allow you to link your models between the two programs. I tend to think of Rhino as the "Creative 3D" software, and Revit as the "Exact 3D" software, and I get the most use out of the combination of the two. I would also recommend learning Grasshopper in conjunction with Rhino. As with most software at this level, there is a bit of a learning curve if you are trying to create complex models. However, it is easy to pick up on the most commonly used tools, especially if you have time to watch tutorials and instructional content. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? I enjoy using Rhino to share concepts and ideas with others across my organization. Rhino is a widely utilized software and is compatible with multiple other programs and platforms. Rhino is also my preferred software to use to create 3D printed items for personal use. It is relatively easy to create STL files to send to a 3D printer, enabling you to print your designs at home. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 1/6/2022 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![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.) 6/14/2022 "Rhino is the end all be all for 3D" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I love how using Rhino we can see our products in a 3D form. Within Rhino you can 3D model for manufacturing and real-world problems. We use rhino to create 3D shoe lasts where we then get precise measurements and quality assurance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? There isn't anything that I really dislike about rhino. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhinoceros helps us create a digital supply chain and produce standard operating procedures for manufacturing. 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 Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 12/16/2021 "Best Design Development Software for Architects" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino is the most powerful and handy software for architects to develop their designs. It is easy to navigate and create designs that meet every designer's needs. It also has powerful adding analysis programs in its built-in grasshopper which is super useful for analyzing sun and shadow paths. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? The software may be too powerful and have too many functions built into it, which sometimes make it uneasy to find which function to use to produce the intended product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Best software to develop your design! It's the most powerful and most user-friendly software for architects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Architectural designs. It's the easiest and most powerful software to create different forms and various shapes. It's also a powerful tool to produce 2D line drawings. The make 2D function is one of the best functions that I use all the time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Rashi G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Rashi G.") RG Rashi G. Biomedical Executive Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 8/18/2021 "Best for CAD Modeling" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino is extremely simple to use and has exact measurements. We can design anything and everything on Rhino, from jewelry to automobile parts. The distances are very accurate, and the files are 3D printable, which makes them very useful. The interface is easy to use and doesn't require much strain on the eyes. We can create custom shortcuts and commands. It can import almost all types of files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? Rhino does not allow much freedom. We have to perform all the tasks manually, and there are no shortcuts. It does have a save history command, but it is sometimes not very useful. It does not perform well on meshes. If we have an STL file as input, we have to spend a lot of time converting that STL into a surface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: There will be a steep learning curve while using rhino, but once you are acquainted with the commands, it can do wonders, and you will be delighted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? We use rhino for CAD modeling and design or surgical guides. Rhino has always given us exact results that much other software cannot provide. The best feature of Rhino is that we don't need to know where the command or tool is. We can type whatever command we want to, and it will happen. Also, we can left-click if we're going to go to the previous order. Also, there are custom screens options, and the rendering and visibility of the objects are charming. 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.) 6/16/2022 "Rhino is Freedom" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino is a very good piece of software, but the community around it is just awesome Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? I honestly do not dislike anything about it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Rhinoceros is very cheap if you consider the piece of software it is, but it unleashes your freedom of design Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhino is giving the designers the freedom they needs to concept new ideas Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Aman N.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aman N.") AN Aman N. Mechanical Engineer Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 2/25/2022 "Best for product design and 3d printing." 4.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhinoceros is one of the best software among CAD softwares. Best to create designs of the products and also can used for the 3d printing and rapid prototyping purposes. Accurate dimensioning is also possible through rhinoceros software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? No issues are faced. Better to improve the interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? The rhinoceros software helps us to perform designing of the product with great precision and we can perform editings to the previous designs easily for new specifications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Research](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Research") UR Verified User in Research Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 8/4/2021 "Best modelling tool I have ever used" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino support team is extremely prompt and diligent in responding to queries. Great resources available for learning in the form of manulas, tutorials and sample files. Great Rhino user communities and forums who are very helpful in sharing their expertise. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? The vastness of the tool was overwhelming as a beginner but I came it appreciate it and think it's amazing now in the host of versatile capabilities it houses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Use the online resources and be patient. It's worth it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? I use Rhino to construct models which I use for daylighting and acoustics simulations on other platforms. It's amazing that compatible models can be exported from Rhino which can be used easily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 2/5/2022 Validated ReviewerSource: Organic AC Avery C. Marketing Director Architecture & Planning Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 8/23/2021 "Great for Conceptual Projects" 4/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I like that rhino is command-based and will even help populate commands as you start to type them. Rhino will walk you through multi-step commands, which can be particularly useful for complex actions. Rhino lets users be free to explore a concept without having all of the concrete details thought out yet. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? While Rhino is great for conceptual design, it is not so great for taking that concept into reality. Rhino makes it difficult to design something that is reality-proof because it allows you to do complex physics that wouldn't work once you construct a design in real life. The buck stops with Rhino once your design is ready to become more concrete, and at that point, you will need to move on to another program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Rhino is powerful and fun--but make sure it fits your needs. If you are looking for a program that can take you all the way from concept to finished product, consider looking elsewhere. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhino is great for massing and concept exploration. It allows way more freedom of exploration than programs in the Autodesk family of software, which require more concrete details in order to work. Rhino is quick to use and allows for a multitude of viewing options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Our network of Icons are G2 members who are recognized for their outstanding contributions and commitment to helping others through their expertise.G2 IconValidated 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 Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 8/24/2021 "Robust software for designers" 5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? Rhino seems to have nearly endless capabilities. The commands and tools built in allow for a vast array of operations, analyses, and operations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? My main qualm with Rhino is the learning curve necessary to model efficiently and accurately. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Rhino requires some use to get used to and learn the commands. However, its capabilities make it the most versatile 3D modeling software I have used. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? Rhino allows me to accurately model architectural designs in order to communicate design intent and construction details. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 11/8/2021 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Jenna M.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jenna M.") JM Jenna M. Design Assistant Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 8/4/2021 "Intelligent program" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Rhinoceros? I like how the program functions similarly to autocad but has much more complex features, capabilities, and shortcuts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Rhinoceros? I dislike how complicated and detailed the program is making it difficult to learn quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Rhinoceros: Amazing program. Just make sure you take the time to teach yourself or learn properly, be patient it's worth it! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Rhinoceros solving and how is that benefiting you? With this program I am able to design complex models wirh a lot of curves and details. The benefit of this is that it makes the fabrication process more seamless, as the drawings are much more accurate. 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. [ Ask about Rhinoceros ](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/discussions/new) GU Guest User What is Rhinoceros used for? 0 Upvotes 0 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-rhinoceros-used-for) MB Mason Burrows • Last activity over 6 years ago How do I change command line auto-fill shortcuts 1 Upvote 1 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-change-command-line-auto-fill-shortcuts) [ View all Discussions ](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/discuss) ## Pricing Options 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) Rhinoceros Comparisons ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_e00dd8bdafdafc988f2621d1c6fb30ad/fusion-360.png "Product Avatar Image") Autodesk Fusion 4.5/5(520) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/autodesk-fusion-vs-rhinoceros) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_19c4c507ebba54cd623e1c0a704becd9/sketchup.png "Product Avatar Image") SketchUp 4.5/5(1,327) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/rhinoceros-vs-sketchup) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_6112c138e20f80a02a073469ac6e865c/blender.gif "Product Avatar Image") Blender 4.6/5(319) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/blender-vs-rhinoceros) ##### Categories on G2 [General-Purpose CAD](https://www.g2.com/categories/general-purpose-cad)[Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)](https://www.g2.com/categories/mechanical-computer-aided-design-mcad) ##### Explore More [What investor portal features best support annual reports and earnings presentations for public company IR teams?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-investor-portal-features-best-support-annual-reports-and-earnings-presentations-for-public-company-ir-teams)[Which audio engine platforms have the best user reviews for ease of adoption and quick time to value?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-audio-engine-platforms-have-the-best-user-reviews-for-ease-of-adoption-and-quick-time-to-value)[Best ASM software for reducing cybersecurity risks](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-best-asm-tools-for-reducing-cybersecurity-risks) [What is the best employee engagement software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-employee-engagement-software)[Which public records management software tracks request status and enforces response deadlines?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-public-records-management-software-tracks-request-status-and-enforces-response-deadlines)[Pros and Cons Details](https://www.g2.com/products/rhinoceros/reviews?qs=pros-and-cons) [Show MoreShow Less](javascript:void(0);)