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Last month, Trimble introduced a brand-new version written specifically for the Apple iPad. The SketchUp for iPad interface is minimal and clutter free For professional use, and access to the desktop app on Windows or Mac OSX, you’ll need a ‘Pro’ subscription. While a free version still exists today, it runs in a browser, and has limited interoperability with CAD / BIM software. For many years, the beauty of SketchUp was that the capable base product was free. Launched in 2000 by Software, it was acquired by Google in 2006, then sold to Trimble in 2012. SketchUp has gone through many owners over the years. And without the parametric constraints of BIM, it’s ideal for the conceptual phase where the design is still fluid.

With its simple push / pull approach to modelling you can knock up a simple design in minutes. You’ll find it on the desktop of most architects, especially those that don’t feel the need for BIM authoring tools like Revit and Archicad, or want to learn how to use them. SketchUp has legendary status in the AEC sector.

No direct exports only PDF & JPEG (But, "If you would like other formats please let us know at the Send Request Form.Trimble’s popular conceptual design tool gets an impressive port to the Apple iPad, plus potential to dramatically change the way AEC firms bring site data into the design process, writes Greg Corke.

Works with Apple Pencil but seems it is not required.

Pricing is a bit confusing (see below these pricing models just don’t work for me too much work figuring them out/deciding what you need).

The have a great User Guide which is really a Quick Tips/Quick Start guide.

I really liked this at first look, as it does a great job it seems with allowing you to creat 3D models starting from images, but, the pricing is confusing and there are currently no export options other than PDF and JPEG.

Just know that it is currently really a standalone app. Note: This isn’t really a good SU option as there is no export, but I came across it while looking and it appears impressive. Only refer to the in-app list of features that are available with each of the subscription types (Essentials, Premium, Pro).” Updated pricing info from the developers: “ Unfortunately, Apple keep all previous purchases on their list so it looks confusing.