MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration) vs SketchUp
MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration)
moi3d.com
SketchUp
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| Figure | MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration) | SketchUp |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $100/mo | $0.90/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 16 |
| Spec score · 3D modeling software | 8.0 (#81) | 9.2 (#6) |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Platform access | desktop | Product access includes web, iPad, and desktop; Studio is Windows only. |
| 3D print export | Yes | Yes |
| Render engine | none | both |
Plans
MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration)
- Moment of Inspiration v4, full version$295 a month
- Moment of Inspiration v4, upgrade version$100 a month
- Moment of Inspiration v4, upgrade version (requires v3 license)$100, paid once
- Moment of Inspiration v4, full version$295, paid once
SketchUp
- FreeFree
- Go Annual$10.75 a month
- Pro Annual$33.25 a month
- Studio Annual$71.58 a month
- Pro Scan Annual$41.58 a month
- Pro Civil Contractor Annual$41.58 a month
- Pro Advanced Workflows Annual$49.92 a month
- Go$10.75 a year
- Pro$33.25 a year
- Pro Civil Contractor$41.58 a year
In their own words
MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration)
MoI 3D (Moment of Inspiration) has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
SketchUp
SketchUp is 3D modeling software with parametric modeling, animation tools, rendering, and 3D-print export. It runs on the web, iOS, and Windows, though Studio’s advanced visualization and BIM workflows are Windows-only. A free browser-based plan includes Trimble Connect storage and 3D Warehouse access, but is not for commercial use. SketchUp for Schools is free with an eligible Google Workspace for Education or Microsoft Education account and works on Chromebooks or other internet-connected computers. Its education tier includes lesson plans, 3D printing, community support, and storage through Google Drive or OneDrive. Paid plans add different capabilities: Go includes web and iPad access, Pro includes desktop modeling and 2D documentation, while Studio adds point-cloud modeling and rendered animations. Go Annual costs $10.75 a month billed annually; Pro Annual costs $33.25 a month billed annually. Users can share and collaborate through Trimble Connect, and Extension Warehouse offers more than 600 extensions. SketchUp is part of Trimble and was founded in 2000.