ArchiVinci vs Maquete

ArchiVinci turns images of architectural designs into visualizations in a browser. Inputs include sketches, photos, floor plans, elevations, and screenshots of 3D models; tools can render, edit, and plan designs or convert still images into short architectural videos. The company says its geometry tracking preserves structures and alerts users when a prompt could distort them. SketchUp views must be uploaded as PNG, JPEG, or WEBP images because native.skp files are not supported. The site names Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, and Archicad as compatible when designs are supplied in those image formats. A SketchUp render plugin is also listed. ArchiVinci has a free plan and trial, with paid access from $39; prices for the individual listed plans are not provided here. Premium plans allow up to four concurrent renders. Other models use coins, and video generation costs 5 to 25 coins per video depending on quality. Renders are stored for 7 days before deletion.

Maquete is an AI architectural rendering platform for turning model views and image exports into interior and exterior renders. Users can upload PNG, JPG, or TIFF files in a browser, or render a current viewport through the SketchUp plugin. The maker says a typical still takes around 30 seconds, though complex scenes or high demand may take longer. More than 15 lighting presets and controls for materials, atmosphere, and context help shape the result. Maquete says it aims to preserve composition and proportions, but generated walls, openings, fixed elements, camera, and proportions should be checked against the source model.

Projects can group renders and source images with specification and cost schedules, status, and an activity trail. Guided briefings collect client requirements; slide presentations can be shared by live link or PDF. Starter costs $9 a month for 10 credits, with output up to 2K; Pro costs $24 a month, Studio $59 a month, and Business $99 a month. A 2K still uses one credit, a 4K still two, and five- and ten-second walkthroughs use four and eight credits. Credits reset each billing cycle without rollover. The service runs on web, macOS, and Windows.