Rhino 3D
8.9#1 in 3d modeling softwareFree planFree planiOSAPILinuxmacOS
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Solid Edge
7.8#7 in 3d cad softwareAndroidiOSWebWindows
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| Fact | Rhino 3D | Solid Edge |
|---|---|---|
| 3D print export | Yes | Yes |
| Animation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 1980 | 1847 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | The company lists its Seattle, Washington office at 146 N Canal Street, Suite 320. | Munich, Germany |
| Parametric modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Platform access | desktop | both |
| Render engine | both | built-in |
Rhino 3D plans
- Commercial — Rhino 8 single concurrent user$995 a month
- Commercial — Rhino 8, 10 concurrent users$9,950 a month
- Commercial — Rhino 8, 50 concurrent users$49,750 a month
- Commercial upgrade — Rhino 8 single concurrent user$595 a month
- Student or faculty — Rhino 8 single user$195 a month
- Student or faculty upgrade — Rhino 8 single user$95 a month
Solid Edge plans
- Solid Edge ClassicPriced on request
- Solid Edge Design and DraftingPriced on request
- Solid Edge FoundationPriced on request
- Solid Edge PremiumPriced on request
Pick Rhino 3D if…
Rhino 3D may suit people seeking desktop tools for parametric modeling, animation, rendering or 3D-print export. Separate listed licenses address commercial users, students or faculty, and schools.
Pick Solid Edge if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.