Alternatives to Lumion

Real-time 3D rendering software that turns architectural CAD and BIM models into visuals. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.

  • Lumion

    Real-time 3D rendering software that turns architectural CAD and BIM models into visuals.

    PaidProprietaryWindows

Replacements

Listings that take over the same core job as Lumion.

  • Twinmotion

    A real-time 3D visualization tool from Epic Games for architecture, products and design presentations.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindowsmacOS

    Twinmotion from Epic Games is freemium real-time visualization on Windows and macOS, with Datasmith import and particle effects, though it needs capable graphics hardware.

  • D5 Render

    Real-time ray-traced rendering and visualization software for architecture and spatial design.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindows

    D5 Render offers real-time ray-traced rendering on Windows with live sync to SketchUp, Revit and Rhino, and a free tier for individuals.

  • Enscape

    A real-time rendering and VR plugin that works inside architectural CAD and BIM tools.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOS

    Enscape renders live inside Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad and Vectorworks on Windows and macOS, with VR walkthroughs, but it requires one of those host applications.

  • V-Ray

    A photorealistic rendering plugin for 3ds Max, SketchUp, Rhino, Revit, Blender and others.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOS

    V-Ray is a photorealistic rendering plugin working inside 3ds Max, SketchUp, Rhino, Revit and Blender, sold by subscription and requiring a host application.

Similar software

Related functionality, not a direct replacement.

  • Autodesk Revit

    Commercial BIM software for designing, documenting and coordinating architectural, structural and MEP building projects.

    PaidProprietaryWindows

  • Archicad

    Graphisoft's BIM software for architectural design, construction documentation and team collaboration.

    PaidProprietarymacOS

  • SketchUp Free

    Browser-based 3D modeler that offers an easy start into 3D design.

    FreemiumProprietaryWeb

  • KeyShot

    Commercial real-time 3D rendering software for producing product visuals from CAD data.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOS

  • Vectorworks

    Commercial CAD and BIM software for architecture, landscape design and entertainment lighting and stage design.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOS

  • Chief Architect

    Professional 3D home design software for residential architecture, interior design and remodeling projects.

    PaidProprietaryWindowsmacOS