# SketchUp vs ArchKit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ArchKit at 100% against SketchUp's 37%. ArchKit also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (16 vs 18.6). SketchUp's advantage is ratings volume (18K vs 2) and chart position (#105 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SketchUp sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and ArchKit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ArchKit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SketchUp has 18K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of SketchUp's written reviews are positive against 100% of ArchKit's.

SketchUp ships an update every 3 weeks, ArchKit every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SketchUp | ArchKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchup-3d-modeling/id796352563/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archkit-kitchen-design/id6755148171/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 36.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#105** | — |
| Size | 695 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Trimble Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/322561665) | [Archkit Design LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852242994) |

## What reviewers say

### SketchUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchup-3d-modeling/id796352563)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

This platform offers intuitive 3D modeling tools for design enthusiasts and professionals. Visualize concepts, create photorealistic visuals, and even use AI to generate design ideas. Scan real-world spaces and view your creations in augmented reality.

**Highlights:** 3D modeling tools, Generative AI designs, Room planner & space design, Photorealistic visuals, Scan-to-design, Augmented reality (AR) visualization, DWG compatibility

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SketchUp AI Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| SketchUp Go Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| SketchUp Go Yearly | $129.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great potential
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Powerful and capable
- 👍 Excellent for designers, engineers, and contractors
- 👍 Smooth performance and rendering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires paid subscription
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🔒 Expensive for casual users
- 🔒 Complicated navigation and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Login and account creation problems
- Crashes and freezes when opening large models
- Inability to hide/unhide components
- Inconsistent behavior with Apple Pencil
- Outdated model not updating properly

**Requested features**

- 2D drawing and 3D model integration
- More intuitive navigation and controls
- Improved file management and syncing
- Offline mode and reduced dependency on internet
- Affordable pricing options for casual users


### ArchKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/archkit-kitchen-design/id6755148171)

Design, measure, and visualize kitchens directly from your mobile device. Create accurate layouts using LiDAR scanning or manual measurements, with real cabinet dimensions and instant 3D visualizations. Streamline the kitchen design process from initial measurements to professional exportable reports and ordering lists.

**Highlights:** LiDAR room scanning, Manual measurement mode, Real cabinet dimensions, 2D and 3D design tools, Professional PDF exports, Cabinet lists for ordering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Regular | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SketchUp free?

SketchUp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ArchKit free?

ArchKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SketchUp or ArchKit?

ArchKit is rated higher. SketchUp averages 4.5 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while ArchKit averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SketchUp or ArchKit have ads?

Neither SketchUp nor ArchKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SketchUp or ArchKit?

SketchUp ships an update every 3 weeks, and ArchKit every 6 weeks. Most recently, SketchUp was updated on November 10, 2026 and ArchKit on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*