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SketchUp vs Tekla Structures Comparison (2026)

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Tekla Structures

Overview

SketchUp is a 3D modeling and design tool that empowers architects to bring visions to life. From initial concepts to intricate, energy-efficient structures, SketchUp provides an intuitive yet powerful platform for 3D architecture.

Tekla Structures is a BIM solution for structural construction projects in steel, concrete, wood, and more. It empowers businesses to build accurate, constructible 3D models while automating documentation and enabling seamless collaboration.

  • Platforms supported
  • Web-based
  • iPhone app
  • Android app
  • Windows Phone app
  • Typical customers
  • Freelancers
  • Small businesses
  • Mid size businesses
  • Large enterprises
  • Customer support
  • Phone
  • Online
  • Knowledge base
  • Video tutorials
  • Platforms supported
  • Web-based
  • iPhone app
  • Android app
  • Windows Phone app
  • Typical customers
  • Freelancers
  • Small businesses
  • Mid size businesses
  • Large enterprises
  • Customer support
  • Phone
  • Online
  • Knowledge base
  • Video tutorials

Video & Screenshots

Pricing

Starting from

19.99

/user

Per month

  • Free trial available
  • Credit cardless trial
  • Free account
  • Subscription based

Starting from

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No pricing info

  • Free trial available
  • Credit cardless trial
  • Free account
  • Subscription based

User reviews

4.5

1K

5

4

3

2

1

619

348

63

8

10

  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
77%
would recommend this app

4.4

37

5

4

3

2

1

19

15

1

1

1

  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
64%
would recommend this app

Pros

“I have used SketchUp in many projects for past companies - primarily early concept design, such as taking ideas and business proposals and giving it a hint of real life to be able to show stakeholders what the finished project could look like.”
JP

Jack P.

Engineering Manager

“I've used Sketchup off and on for the last 15 Years, its my go to for larger visualization type projects, and more recently rendering.”
KF

Kent F.

Product and Innovation Manager

“Me and my team we use this software in regular basis for client presentation, to get 3d renders and also to get 2d drawings for execution in the site.”
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Saara P.

Interior Designer

Pros

Not enoughreviews yet

Cons

“Trimble failed to honor the cancellation when I’d completed the project and finished using the product. If you plan to only use this product for a limited period of time then DO NOT SUBSCRIBE as you will be stuck with paying the fee for a while.”
JL

Julian L.

Personal use

“Overall the software still kicks out the drawing that works to get the job!”
RH

Rod H.

Civil Engineers III

“The learning curve on model precision was a bit steep, and it’s not free to export in some important formats.”
BT

Ben T.

Renovation Project Manager

Cons

Not enoughreviews yet

  • Vendor responds to reviews
  • Last review2 days ago
  • Vendor responds to reviews
  • Last reviewa year ago

Key features

  • Total features61
  • 2D Drawing
  • 2D/3D Designing
  • 3D Design & Modeling
  • 3D Digital Asset Management
  • 3D Imaging
  • 3D Light Rendering
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Objects
  • 3D Texture Rendering
  • API
  • Access Controls/Permissions
  • Activity Dashboard
  • Animation
  • Annotations
  • Architectural Symbol Library
  • Assembly Takeoff
  • BIM Modeling
  • Bill of Materials
  • Bill of Materials Management
  • Bills of Material
  • Building Information Model
  • Built-In Database
  • CAD Tools
  • Change Management
  • Collaboration Tools
  • Commercial
  • Communication Management
  • Component Library
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Configuration Management
  • Conflict Tracking
  • Content Library
  • Cost Database
  • Cost Estimating
  • Customizable Reports
  • Customizable Templates
  • Data Import/Export
  • Data Synchronization
  • Data Visualization
  • Design Management
  • Design Modeling
  • Design Templates
  • Diagramming
  • Document Generation
  • Document Management
  • Document Storage
  • Drafting
  • Electronic Plans
  • Estimating
  • File Management
  • File Sharing
  • Floor Plans & Maps
  • For 3D Printing
  • For AEC Industry
  • For Architects
  • For Manufacturers
  • For Real Estate
  • Graphical Data Presentation
  • Image Editing
  • Issue Tracking
  • Job Costing
  • Landscape Design
  • Manufacturing Design Data
  • Mobile Access
  • Modeling & Simulation
  • Multiple File Format Support
  • Multiple Format Support
  • Multiple Projects
  • Offline Access
  • Panoramas
  • Pre-built Templates
  • Presentation Tools
  • Project Estimating
  • Project Management
  • Project Templates
  • Project Workflow
  • Projections
  • Real Time Comparisons
  • Real-Time Notifications
  • Real-Time Updates
  • Real-time Product Visualizations
  • Rendering
  • Reporting & Statistics
  • Reporting/Analytics
  • Role-Based Permissions
  • Room Visualization
  • Rule-based Configuration
  • Rules-Based Workflow
  • Scheduling
  • Search/Filter
  • Secure Data Storage
  • Sketching and Annotation Tools
  • Status Tracking
  • Summary Reports
  • Task Scheduling
  • Template Management
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Time Tracking
  • User Management
  • Version Control
  • Work Order Management
  • Workflow Management
  • Total features79
  • 2D Drawing
  • 2D/3D Designing
  • 3D Design & Modeling
  • 3D Digital Asset Management
  • 3D Imaging
  • 3D Light Rendering
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Objects
  • 3D Texture Rendering
  • API
  • Access Controls/Permissions
  • Activity Dashboard
  • Animation
  • Annotations
  • Architectural Symbol Library
  • Assembly Takeoff
  • BIM Modeling
  • Bill of Materials
  • Bill of Materials Management
  • Bills of Material
  • Building Information Model
  • Built-In Database
  • CAD Tools
  • Change Management
  • Collaboration Tools
  • Commercial
  • Communication Management
  • Component Library
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Configuration Management
  • Conflict Tracking
  • Content Library
  • Cost Database
  • Cost Estimating
  • Customizable Reports
  • Customizable Templates
  • Data Import/Export
  • Data Synchronization
  • Data Visualization
  • Design Management
  • Design Modeling
  • Design Templates
  • Diagramming
  • Document Generation
  • Document Management
  • Document Storage
  • Drafting
  • Electronic Plans
  • Estimating
  • File Management
  • File Sharing
  • Floor Plans & Maps
  • For 3D Printing
  • For AEC Industry
  • For Architects
  • For Manufacturers
  • For Real Estate
  • Graphical Data Presentation
  • Image Editing
  • Issue Tracking
  • Job Costing
  • Landscape Design
  • Manufacturing Design Data
  • Mobile Access
  • Modeling & Simulation
  • Multiple File Format Support
  • Multiple Format Support
  • Multiple Projects
  • Offline Access
  • Panoramas
  • Pre-built Templates
  • Presentation Tools
  • Project Estimating
  • Project Management
  • Project Templates
  • Project Workflow
  • Projections
  • Real Time Comparisons
  • Real-Time Notifications
  • Real-Time Updates
  • Real-time Product Visualizations
  • Rendering
  • Reporting & Statistics
  • Reporting/Analytics
  • Role-Based Permissions
  • Room Visualization
  • Rule-based Configuration
  • Rules-Based Workflow
  • Scheduling
  • Search/Filter
  • Secure Data Storage
  • Sketching and Annotation Tools
  • Status Tracking
  • Summary Reports
  • Task Scheduling
  • Template Management
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Time Tracking
  • User Management
  • Version Control
  • Work Order Management
  • Workflow Management

Integrations

  • Total integrations6
  • AutoCAD
  • Enscape
  • Lumion
  • Revit
  • SketchUp
  • Tekla PowerFab
  • Trimble Connect
  • Trimble ProjectSight
  • V-Ray
  • WinEst Essentials
  • Total integrations5
  • AutoCAD
  • Enscape
  • Lumion
  • Revit
  • SketchUp
  • Tekla PowerFab
  • Trimble Connect
  • Trimble ProjectSight
  • V-Ray
  • WinEst Essentials