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The best 3D modeler for architects
February 27, 2020

The best 3D modeler for architects

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Rhinoceros 3D

Rhino is used primarily for early-stage concept design studies and for 3D modeling that involves complex geometry or parametric design. Rhino is first and foremost a 3D modeling tool, secondly, a great parametric design tool when using the Grasshopper plugin, and third a great file converter due to its many supported formats.
  • 3D modeling of complex geometry.
  • Parametric design with Grasshopper.
  • File conversion of different 3D file types.
  • Rhino has very limited sheet layout tools.
  • Grasshopper could be better integrated into the main interface.
  • Lack of backwards file compatibility can be frustrating.
  • I'm not sure.
Rhino serves a very specific purpose in my work: for any geometry that can't be described simply in plan and section, Rhino offers tools to model and document these geometries. With the Grasshopper plugin, Rhino is my go-to tool for any parametric design tasks, such as creating a continuously-variable array of objects or quickly subdividing a surface. In my day-to-day workflow, it is most often used for early concept studies.
McNeel software is incredibly responsive to customer input and will reply directly when contacted. There is also a great, active user base on online forums and people are always willing to help solve problems. I have, on several occasions, suggested improvements to the software and seen these suggestions adopted in some form in later versions.

Do you think Rhino 3D delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Rhino 3D's feature set?

Yes

Did Rhino 3D live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Rhino 3D go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Rhino 3D again?

Yes

Rhino is a fantastic 3D modeler - intuitive and easy to use, but robust enough to be relied upon in a business setting. Rhino is best suited for complex geometry modeling tasks - such as double-curvature or parametrically-variable arrays. While Rhino (and Grasshopper) can be used for documentation of such complex designs, the method of documentation will often need to be designed from scratch along with the geometry, and so it may not be the most efficient tool for documentation in a professional architects' office.