Why Are Prices Changing?

Over the past several years, Trimble has continued to expand the capabilities included with SketchUp subscriptions, delivering new features and workflow improvements across modelling, visualization, documentation, collaboration, and interoperability. 

The updated pricing supports ongoing investment in:

• Enhanced visualization and presentation tools
• Faster and more efficient modelling workflows
• Improved collaboration across project teams
• Expanded BIM and Revit interoperability
• Advanced scan-to-model capabilities
• AI-powered design and visualization technologies
• Continuous performance, stability, and documentation improvements 

What's New in SketchUp?

Recent releases have introduced substantial new capabilities that help users work faster, communicate designs more effectively, and reduce rework.

Enhanced Visualization

SketchUp now includes powerful visualization tools that allow users to create richer, more realistic presentations directly within SketchUp. Recent improvements include:

• Photoreal Materials
• Environment lighting and HDRI support
• Enhanced material controls
• Improved ambient occlusion controls
• AI-powered image generation and rendering capabilities
• Diffusion Labs improvements for conceptual design exploration 

Value to Users

These tools help designers:

• Produce client-ready visuals earlier in the design process
• Improve stakeholder understanding and design approval
• Reduce reliance on external rendering applications for many workflows
• Accelerate concept development and design iterations 

Improved Collaboration and Feedback

SketchUp has introduced new collaboration tools that make it easier to gather project feedback directly around a model.

Users can now:

• Share models with stakeholders
• Collect comments directly within design reviews
• Centralize project feedback
• Improve communication between teams and clients 

Value to Users

• Faster project approvals
• Reduced communication gaps
• Better visibility of design decisions
• More efficient coordination across disciplines 

Better Revit and BIM Workflows

SketchUp Studio and Pro Advanced Workflows continue to receive significant interoperability enhancements.

Recent improvements include:

• Enhanced Revit Importer capabilities
• Improved BIM data preservation
• Better IFC support
• Expanded metadata handling
• Revit phase filtering
• Revit room and space import support
• Improved DWG workflows and data fidelity 

Value to Users

• Reduced manual rework between software platforms
• Stronger coordination with BIM teams
• Better information exchange throughout project lifecycles
• Improved accuracy when importing and exporting project data [

Advanced Point Cloud and Reality Capture Workflows

SketchUp Studio continues to expand its scan-to-model capabilities through Scan Essentials.

Recent additions include:

• Texture Projection tools
• Mesh Generation tools
• Improved point cloud visibility management
• Better georeferenced export workflows 

Value to Users

• Faster conversion from captured site conditions to design models
• Improved renovation and retrofit workflows
• Better accuracy when working with existing conditions
• More efficient handling of large scan datasets 

More Powerful Documentation Tools

LayOut has received significant enhancements designed to improve production drawing workflows.

Recent updates include:

• New Trim, Extend, Fillet and Chamfer drafting tools
• Improved interface consistency
• Better DWG export support
• Enhanced performance and usability improvements 

Value to Users

• Faster drawing production
• Greater drafting precision
• Improved CAD compatibility
• Smoother transition between design and documentation phases 

Looking Ahead

Trimble continues to invest heavily in SketchUp, with ongoing development focused on:

• AI-assisted workflows
• Visualization technologies
• Interoperability and BIM integration
• Collaboration and connected project delivery
• Workflow automation
• Platform performance and reliability 

These investments help ensure that SketchUp remains one of the most flexible and powerful design platforms available for professionals across architecture, interior design, construction, engineering, and related industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the new pricing take effect?

The new prices apply from 1 September 2026.

Will my existing subscription be affected?

The new pricing will apply at your next renewal occurring on or after 1 September 2026.

Have any features been removed?

No. These pricing changes support continued investment in new capabilities and improvements across the SketchUp platform.

Where can I learn more about recent SketchUp updates?

Visit our New Features page and release notes for details on the latest feature releases and enhancements.