3D Viewer Online vs Graphisoft BIMx

3D Viewer Online is a browser service for sharing, inspecting and reviewing 3D models. Its 3D Player and APIs can embed models in websites, catalogues and other applications. The viewer provides rotation, panning, zooming, preset views and measurement tools for checking geometry and dimensions. Users can share browser links, while teams add comments, markups and attached datasheets or supporting documents. Access depends on each model’s sharing settings. Listed formats include STEP, IGES, GLTF, 3MF, STL, OBJ, DWG and DXF; DWG and DXF do not support 3D solids. Embedding is available through external links or iframes. The REST API accepts uploads and returns a viewer URL and model ID, with token access and rate limits discussed with the company. The WebGL viewer is described for recent browsers on PCs, tablets and smartphones. The free Regular plan allows ten models and 50 MB files. Premium is $10/month and Business $25/month, both billed monthly.

Graphisoft BIMx brings layouts, 3D models, and BIM data together in a .bimx file for architects, engineers, construction teams, and clients. It supports game-like navigation through 3D models and links from Hyper-models to project documentation. BIMx Issues lets users mark up 2D and 3D views, with BCF-compliant issues. Presenter and Gallery support presentations and client exploration, while the Web Viewer can be embedded on a website. Users can inspect building-element details such as fire ratings and manufacturer-specific properties. Graphisoft says facility managers and owners can connect Facilities Management databases with models for maintenance. Models can be shared by web link through BIMx Model Transfer; private Hyper-model sharing is for Graphisoft Subscribers, SSA, and Forward users. BIMx is free on the web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Opening projects in the mobile and desktop apps requires a registered Graphisoft ID; without signing in, users can access sample content and one additional custom model. After sign-in, authentication can last up to one year with occasional online access, or up to seven days offline.