Vetted Score

4.5 / 5.0

Earns a strong score for its ease of use, cross‑platform accessibility, and generous free feature set, though advanced tools require paid upgrades.

Key Features

Browser‑Based Modeling

Create, edit, and render 3D models directly in a web browser without installing software.

3D Warehouse Access

Instantly import and export thousands of free 3D components from SketchUp’s online library.

Basic Drawing Tools

Use push/pull, line, arc, and shape tools to build models with an intuitive, drag‑and‑drop interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, SketchUp Free offers unlimited access to core modeling tools at no cost, but advanced features are only available in paid plans.

Since it runs in a web browser, SketchUp Free works on Linux as long as you have a modern browser like Chrome or Firefox.

The free version lacks offline access, advanced rendering, layout documentation, and the ability to export certain file formats such as DWG or STL without add‑ons.

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Specifications

Pricing Model Free tier with core modeling tools; paid SketchUp Pro and Studio plans start at $299 / year (≈$24.92 / month) and go up to $1,199 / year (≈$99.92 / month).

Supported Platforms

Web (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)Windows 10/11macOS