Rhino 3D
8.9#1 in 3d modeling softwareFree planFree planiOSAPILinuxmacOS
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ViaCAD 17 2D/3D
5.9#74 in 3d cad software$119.99 one-timemacOSWindows
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| Fact | Rhino 3D | ViaCAD 17 2D/3D |
|---|---|---|
| File compatibility | Rhino supports broad CAD, CAM, CAE, rendering and animation interoperability, including USD and glTF support in Rhino 8. | The maker lists DXF/DWG, STL, SVG, 3MF, OBJ, SketchUp, Collada, and ACIS SAT/SAB file support, with import or export availability varying by format. |
| Headquarters | The company lists its Seattle, Washington office at 146 N Canal Street, Suite 320. | Novato, California, United States |
| Support | Support resources include forums, telephone, email, live chat, tutorials, training classes and community sites, with support included in purchase price. | Encore provides technical support request submission and an online knowledge base. |
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
ViaCAD 17 2D/3D plans
- ViaCAD® 17 2D/3D - Term License$119.99, paid once
- ViaCAD® 17 2D/3D permanent license$279.99, paid once
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 ViaCAD 17 2D/3D if…
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