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Rhino 3D vs. ZW3D

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Rhino
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Robert McNeel and Associates headquartered in Seattle offers Rhinoceros 3D (or Rhino 3D), a 3D modeling and design application. Rhino can create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate NURBS curves, surfaces and solids, subdivision geometry (SubD), point clouds, and polygon meshes.
$995
one-time fee
ZW3D
Score 0.0 out of 10
N/A
ZW3D is a 3D CAD/CAE/CAM solution that can take users through the entire product development journey from conception to production. Harnessing the power of design, simulation, and manufacturing, ZW3D helps users to build better products faster at less cost. Whether for a small workshop or an enterprise organization, ZW3D aims to cover all needs, with features including solid-surface hybrid modeling, structural simulation, 2-5 axis machining and specialized tools for sheet metal,…
$1,800
one-time fee
Pricing
Rhino 3DZW3D
Editions & Modules
Rhino 3D for Windows & Mac
$995
one-time fee
ZW3D Lite
$1,800
one-time fee
ZW3D Standard
$3,000
one-time fee
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
RhinoZW3D
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsDiscount available for students and faculty.1. Depending on the country of residence, relevant taxes will be added at checkout. ​2. Yearly maintenance is optional and not included in prices above, to keep the perpetual license up-to-date with the next annual version and corresponding service packs.
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Community Pulse
Rhino 3DZW3D
Features
Rhino 3DZW3D
Computer-Aided Design Software
Comparison of Computer-Aided Design Software features of Product A and Product B
Rhino 3D
4.5
1 Ratings
45% below category average
ZW3D
-
Ratings
3D Modeling10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
2D Drafting2.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Rendering and Visualization4.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Parametric Design5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Collaboration and Sharing1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Compatibility with other software and formats7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Assembly Design10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Simulation and Analysis1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Documentation and Annotation1.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Customization and Extensions4.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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Rhino 3DZW3D
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User Ratings
Rhino 3DZW3D
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
(9 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
7.5
(4 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Rhino 3DZW3D
Likelihood to Recommend
Robert McNeel and Associates
One of the main highlights of Rhino is the built-in visual programming system "Grasshopper". It is widely used for parametric architectural design, by a variety of world-class architectural offices. It is also very popular within architectural schools and universities. Its usefulness has increased a lot by having add-ins, plug-ins, scripts, and integrations with Revit and ARCHICAD for BIM workflows.
Stefan Boeykens | TrustRadius Reviewer
Stefan Boeykens
Guest Professor
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ZWSOFT
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Pros
Robert McNeel and Associates
  • Parametric Modeling - Grasshopper allows for easy/rapid iterative process
  • White box renders display - looks great as a quick diagram export with no post-production required.
  • robust command prompts - rhino was originally made for industrial design and it flexes a lot of unique modeling commands that put it up there with SolidWorks
AH
Andrew Huss
Junior Architect
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ZWSOFT
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Cons
Robert McNeel and Associates
  • Rhino has very limited sheet layout tools.
  • Grasshopper could be better integrated into the main interface.
  • Lack of backwards file compatibility can be frustrating.
Verified User
Anonymous
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ZWSOFT
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Support Rating
Robert McNeel and Associates
A majority of the support for Rhinoceros 3D does not come from the company itself, but from online forums and boards where other Rhinoceros 3D users outline their issues and solutions. The Rhinoceros 3D website does not offer much in-depth support and just outlines general how to's. At the same time, online forums allow for more specific issues to be addressed and solved by the Rhinoceros 3D community.
Verified User
Anonymous
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ZWSOFT
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Alternatives Considered
Robert McNeel and Associates
It's hard to compare Rhino to other modeling software as Rhino is in a niche of its own. No other software (to my knowledge) is as customizable/programmable and has such a large community and such a large amount of free, open-source addons. Rhino (and Grasshopper) can be intimidating at first but once you get familiar with it and grow your toolbox with your own scripts, so much time will be saved
Antoine Carpentier, E.I.T | TrustRadius Reviewer
Antoine Carpentier, E.I.T
Structural Engineer
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ZWSOFT
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Return on Investment
Robert McNeel and Associates
  • Right away Rhino3D is useful for simple and accurate 3D model import, repair and export all in a variety of formats.
  • Rhino3D is easy to use and learn. The time to productivity is very short with this modeling tool.
  • The price is low for the value received, a great investment.
Bob Householder | TrustRadius Reviewer
Bob Householder
Director of Engineering
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ZWSOFT
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ScreenShots

ZW3D Screenshots

Screenshot of New render engine improves the efficiency of processing multi-solid, large assemblies and complex toolpath models.Screenshot of Layout-based Top-down Design for the assembly design, links the all design phases from top to down and standardizes design logic.Screenshot of Structure Module offers various standard and non-standard profile types. It can quick modify structure's joint types, add profile elements, and generate a structural cutting list.Screenshot of Fatigue analysis helps evaluate product lifecycles and optimize product design.