Name: SketchUp
Rating: 3.8409 (33 reviews)

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SketchUp overview

SketchUp is an easy-to-learn 3D modeling program that enables you to explore the world in 3D. With just a few simple tools, you can create 3D models of houses, sheds, decks, home additions, woodworking projects - even space ships.

Note: SketchUp is free for personal use. Pro version can be found here.

What’s new in version 23.0.366

Updated on Mar 15 2023

Stability

Add more cases for handling a file that is corrupted. A message will appear to say the file cannot be opened, where previously SketchUp would crash.
Multiple cases were fixed, where model files corrupted in various ways could cause SketchUp to crash.
Fixed an issue where files saved to a Western Digital My Cloud Home drive would then not reopen.
Fixed a crash when exporting to DWG with a file containing an error.
Fixed a hang when copy pasting large models.
(Win) Fixed performance issue where component statistics were being calculated twice.
(Win) Fixed a crash when importing an IFC file.
(Win) Corrected an issue where additional folders were added to the C:\ProgramData\SketchUp folder after initial launch.
(Mac) Fixed crash when attempting to clear the default shortcuts in preferences.
(Mac) Fixed a crash related to the import of a TRB file.

Tools

Added the ability to set shortcuts to deselect Faces and Edges.
Arc tool (in continuous tangent AND normal drawing mode) now allows the user to properly increase and decrease the number of segments after the arc is drawn.
Improved Eraser tool functionality to make it much harder to miss entities when using the tool very quickly.
When creating a curve in Freehand drawing, holding down the modifier key and + or - allows the user to increase or decrease the number of segments, respectively, similar to the Arc tool.
Axes tool now allows a double-click to quickly relocate the axes origin, without needing to specify individual axis directions.
Rotated Rectangle and Arc tools now allow users to change the length by entering new values until moving the cursor or clicking the mouse .
Corrected problem preventing the use of Previous/Next Camera views when using tools like Pan and Orbit.
Tool ornaments, the resize handles in the Scale tool for example, now remain visible while orbiting or panning.
Placing and resizing an imported image performance greatly improved.
It is now possible to immediately convert an imported image to be a Group or Component from the contextual menu.
Fixed an issue where scaling the contents of an already distorted component would lead to unexpected scaling
New help tip to show that a curve is closed when using the Freehand tool.
Drawing with the Freehand tool close to existing edges no longer snaps to that edge.
The Large Toolset has been re-organized, adding the Flip tool and changing the location of the Section Plane tool. Additionally, the Field of View tool is now accessible.

Live Components

Added an Open Live Component context menu option for Live Components, allowing you to open the Trimble Creator graphy of a Live Component, modify your own copy of it, and then republish an updated Live Component.
Added a 'Copy to Trimble' Creator command to the Edit menu, allowing you to paste entities from SketchUp as model entities for use in Trimble Creator graphs.
Improved the load time performance of Live Components when switching between two different Live Components and adjusted the Configure Live Component dialog to remain open when selecting other model entities.
Live Components now support Polyline curves.
Improved the resiliency of Live Components to unstable graphs.

Full changelog available here.

Information

License

Free

Size

864.2 MB

Developer’s website

https://www.sketchup.com/plans-and-pricing/sketchup-free

Downloads

326332

App requirements

Intel 64
Apple Silicon
macOS 10.15 or later

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User Ratings

steve-379

Jan 24 2022

21.1.338

Version: 21.1.338

I have used the free SketchUp for many years, even before being purchased by T. I have upgraded my Mac to Monterey 15.2, so my SketchUp models are no longer available. If I subscribe to Shop will my old models be accessible to view and modify?

dustfranco

Feb 13 2021

21.0.338

Version: 21.0.338

huge piece of junk, not worth the $0 it costs

Derekcurrie

Aug 22 2020

20.2.171

Version: 20.2.171

It's 2020. So what's still free? You can use the web-only version called SketchUp Free. You have to sign in online to use it. Otherwise you've got to pay for a SUBSCRIPTION: • SketchUp Shop is also web-only and costs $119/yr, designing for personal use. • SketchUp Pro is both for desktop and web at $299/yr, designing for professional use.

hercidio

Apr 14 2020

20.0.362

Version: 20.0.362

Hi there. I've installed the SketchUp on my Mac, but it require a license to use. I'm using Mac OS Catalina. Then, I've installed SketchUp Pro 2020. Am I need to uninstall it? Does exist a free version for non comercial purpose?

nandhiniramanathan9966

Feb 18 2020

whether this sketchup support for Mac OS Catalina?

knappeduivel

Apr 29 2017

17.0.18898

3.0

Version: 17.0.18898

This friendly program makes it very easy to make 3D shapes. It takes some practice to make complex models and it is very easy to damage a part of your model but the results are very rewarding.
There is a free (Make) version without time limit. The current version is 17.2.2554

Kj@kiva

Jul 15 2013

13.0.3688

4.0

Version: 13.0.3688

Very good intuitive modeling program. But not set up for stand-alone professional use.We use VectorWorks; it does SketchUp like modeling along with everything else a professional CAD program should do. Clients send us SketchUp drawings sometimes and they can be helpful; they can be imported into VectorWorks. Vectorworks evolved from MiniCad which was an early Cad program for Mac.

May 24 2013

Let's sort out the situation: 1) SketchUp v8 is STILL available for free. You will find it here: http://www.sketchup.com/intl/en/download/ 2) SketchUp v13 is ACTUALLY SketchUp PRO. The PRO version is a TRIAL with 8 hours of unlimited use before it turns into a pumpkin. Then you have to PAY for it. You can find it at the link MU provides here, as well as at the Download page linked above. IOW: No panic required. If you don't want the shareware PRO version, then get version 8, which is freeware.

3mors

May 23 2013

1.0

This latest 2013 version is not free anymore. After update it asks for a license or run as a time trial. Reverted immediately to previous version.

Phaleron

Apr 23 2011

8.0.3161

Version: 8.0.3161

According to the licence: "By installing the Software, you agree to automatically request and receive Updates." Why exactly is this clause necessary?

MisterE

Nov 25 2010

If you already have the nasty Google Software updater on your computer here's how to remove it for good. Delete the contents of this folder. ~/Library/Google/GoogleSoftwareUpdate Then lock the folder. It can't reinstall itself after that.

Appscout

Sep 23 2009

7.1.4870

Version: 7.1.4870

Why would either this app, or 'SweetHome' need access to our system?

Razz

Nov 18 2008

7.0.8656

2.0

Version: 7.0.8656

I created a drawing of a house plan in Sweet Home 3d (a free app) some time ago and wanted to see how well SketchUp handled it. The drawing has walls, windows, doors, some furniture, and other ditties. I wanted to see if SketchUp could put a roof on the house but I never got that far. It didn't crash. I exported the file from Sweet Home 3D as a .obj file (the only option you have) and imported this file into Cheetah3D (an awesome app). I then exported it from Cheetah3D as a .3ds file. SketchUp did not import a .3ds file properly at all. So, I exported the file from Cheetah3D to a .dxf file which SketchUp did import albeit very slowly. The resulting drawing was tiny in scale. This is not right. I need accurate dimensions. The resulting file had over 250,000 entities - what did this thing do, take every itty bitty line and make it an entity? As a result, moving around is EXTREMELY slow - zooming and panning tested my patience. I did draw a few things but lost interest in using it because it's performance on this file was so bad. SketchUp can be used for *simple* drawings containing small numbers of objects and that's about it. It is like 3D electronic graph paper and it might serve your needs so give it a try but don't be surprised if it starts to balk at higher levels of complexity.

tony.scicchitano@me.com

Nov 17 2008

5.0

I just started using it a few days ago, and it's already become one of the most common pieces of software I use. I've played with AutoCAD in the past, but am by no means an expert, so I wasn't sure if I'd be able to master SketchUp - while I'm not yet a master, I've already mocked up my living room (we're shopping for furniture), and I can't wait to try my hand at some exterior landscaping designs. Thanks Google!

Biker4mac

Mar 17 2008

6.4.120

Version: 6.4.120

I first saw SketchUp at MacWorld NY in 2002 and was immediately taken by it. This was what I wanted 3D to be since first starting to work with integrating architecture and computers! There are more robust programs for CAD and for 3D modeling, but I find nothing easier to use in the design phase - it is like a combination of napkin sketching and clay models. I can very quickly put an idea together and then play with it until I have my thoughts together. I rarely pick up paper and marker anymore to design. Clients also respond very favorably to SketchUp - the ability to quickly see their ideas take shape and look at various possibilities - should this be taller, what if this is smaller...? No, you're not likely to do a full set of construction documents with it, but I have done some small projects that way. And with the TurboSketch plugin you can do some pretty realistic rendering as well.

Sep 18 2007

6.0.1145

Version: 6.0.1145

Why would this need root access? Can't install till I know. FWIW, using 'unpkg' to see what gets installed leaves an EMPTY folder. What are you hiding?

Micware

May 6 2007

6.0.514

Version: 6.0.514

This product is a very good OS X implementation of a 3D software. Clean and stable release I think it's much better than Live Interior 3d or any over Mac 3D Designer. Easy to use and functional tool to design environements and interiors. I love this product.

Erwinf

Mar 4 2007

6.0.313

Version: 6.0.313

Sketch up 6 works fine on my macbook 1,83 1mb internal memory. Just turn of hardware acceleration in prefferences and you will not have any cursor trouble. It works fine for me since then. I likee the programme Greetings Erwin

Jespanch

Oct 25 2006

5.0.305

Version: 5.0.305

This is a good basic CAD type sytem, with a few problems. My main problem with it is the difficulty in dimentioning and constraining items. It can be done in a couple different ways, but none of them are easy, especially when compared to high end CAD systems. It can also have drawing errors if you don't have a new enough graphics card. You really need at least 32mb of VRAM in order to get it to draw correctly. THIS IS NOT A UNIVERSAL APP! If you are using an intel mac it will not run well. I can run it okay on my 5 year old iBook 500, and it runs well on my iMac G4 700, as long as I keep the geometry simple. Any PPC mac of 1Ghz or more should have no problem at all with this app.

Pfenix

Jul 27 2006

5.0.297

Version: 5.0.297

Ye gods is this thing slow! I'm using a MacBook, and it is having some serious issues when drawing stuff - the cursor leaves a trail of dots all over the screen. I know that it is a great program (I use it a lot on my ~4 year old PC with windows XP, and it works perfectly), but it could really use some improvement in terms of how it works on a MacBook. Still, it's probably more an issue with the hardware then with the program, so ... It's a great program, and I encourage people to try it, but it needs a lot more then this computer has.

nozimjonraxmonberdiyev701

Jul 3 2022

barrerafernandez

Aug 13 2021

tgxtiger

Sep 3 2020

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