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    Autodesk Tinkercad

    Score6.6 out of 10
    N/AAutodesk offers Tinkercad, a 3D modeling and design tool available free for educational purposes. Shapes are the building blocks of Tinkercad. Users can add pre-existing shapes, or import them. To adjust objects, users can rotate the workplane to adjust shapes or change views and input exact dimensions with the ruler. Custom shapes can also be created by combining elements.

    $0

    per month

    Vectorworks Fundamentals

    Score9.5 out of 10
    N/AVectorworks headquartered in Columbia offers Fundamentals, a computer-aided design (CAD) application supporting 2D and 3D design and drafting.

    $108

    per month

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    Subscription
    $108.00
    per month
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    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details$108/M: Pay only for what you need, 2 GB of cloud storage, Basic tech support, Immediate access to new versions $90/M: $1080 billed annually | Save $216, Pay only for what you need, 2 GB of cloud storage, Basic tech support, Immediate access to new versions
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    User Testimonials
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    Autodesk
    I have found that Autodesk Tinkercad is best for creating simple 3D models for printing. I use it to add text or modifications to 3D models of artifacts for my museum, including labels and support structures for artifacts to stand on. I also use it to create promotional materials, like 3D models of artifacts with our logo on them, which we can print and pass out at events. I would not use Autodesk Tinkercad for more complex 3D modeling or editing 3D models. It's really designed for basic creation and modification, and in those areas it is extremely useful!
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    Vectorworks, Inc.
    It is perfectly suited for residential work, and work where the project requires integrated 2d and 3d. It is terrible for integrated energy modeling. This needs to be fixed immediately.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • Tinkercad is a great baseline CAD program. This program is easy to implement and train people in.
    • After on a short period of time my students are able to create complex forms using Tinkercads pre-generated shapes and holes.
    • The Tinkercad provided projects aid in pushing the learning experience even further and reinforce the ideas that I train on and help my students explore the program before designing their own complex sculptural forms.
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    Vectorworks, Inc.
    • 3D modeling - no need to start in SketchUp or other more rudimentary programs.
    • Seamless import/export with other programs - ideal communication with consultants.
    • Superb customer service, training, and tech support.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • The tutorials could be more easily readable and easier for younger students
    • Sometimes confusing how to use the mouse tools vs on an iPad
    • Less professional, not often used in career fields
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    Vectorworks, Inc.
    • The program is getting a little 'fat', and needs to be slimmed down. It is starting to bog down a bit when doing certain functions. The program of late is more buggy then we are used to seeing.
    • I like how smooth Sketchup is in 3D. It would be great to get VW's to be more responsive in 3D.
    • The space tool is very clunky.
    • I would be great if a texture map could be a video and not just a still image. We could really use that.
    • PLEASE get the energy modeling capabilities up to speed. It needs to be much more intuitive and NOT based on Passive House standards. Please include a clear output for a projects Energy Use Intensity (EUI) and how a project is doing relative to the 2030 Commitment.
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    Autodesk
    Tinkercad is free and easy to use. It's a great place for people to start learning about 3D Design before they invest time and money in professional-level tools.
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    Vectorworks, Inc.
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • I should definitely say that Tinkercad has no negative impact on my business.
    • It shortened my 3d design process for my many simple projects.
    • Tinkercad is a free tool, no investment needed.
    • I suggest it to my customers who don't know 3d design, but desperately needs a 3d file for their projects.
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    Vectorworks, Inc.
    • Subscription model ensures we always have the latest versions - per-seat license is very affordable.
    • Training costs are low (i.e. new hires get up to speed quickly).
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