Alibre Design vs Lumion: what each really costs

Team size

Billing

Lower cost

Alibre Design

Atom3D yearly plan

$1,000

a year for 10 people · $83.33 a month

Lumion

Lumion Pro plan

$11,490

a year for 10 people · $957.50 a month

Alibre Design costs $10,490 less a year for 10 people.

Lower annual-billing cost for a 10-person team on each product's entry paid plan: Alibre Design. This is arithmetic on verified prices, not a recommendation.

10 peopleAlibre DesignLumion
Entry paid planAtom3D yearlyLumion Pro
Vendor price$100 per year$1,149 per named user, billed upfront for 1 year
Monthly cost$83.33$957.50
Annual cost$1,000$11,490
Per user / year$100$1,149
Billing commitmentNot recordedNot recorded
Minimum seatsNone statedNone stated
Free planNo free plan listedNo free plan listed
Free trialNot statedNot stated

Calculated by SpecEntry from official vendor prices. Taxes and optional add-ons are not included. Open each product page for every plan and the official source.

Alibre Design vs Lumion: features

Key features as each vendor lists them. A feature missing from a list does not mean the product lacks it.

Alibre Design

  • Parametric part modelingBuild parts with dimensions and relationships that you can refine later.
  • 2D drawingsTurn 3D models into drawings with dimensions and detail views.
  • Design file managementOrganize files, track versions and see where parts are used.
  • Sheet metalModel folded parts and generate flat patterns for fabrication.
  • CAM toolpathsCreate toolpaths and simulate CNC milling and turning operations.
  • Assembly inspectionDefine how parts fit together and inspect the inside of assemblies.
  • Customizable workspaceOrganized tools and a workspace you can customize.

Source:alibre.com ·

Lumion

  • CAD/BIM visualizationTurn CAD or BIM models into visualizations.
  • AI assistanceAI reduces production work while you keep creative control.
  • Lumion Cloud reviewShare visuals in Lumion Cloud for team and client review.
  • Comments and version compareGather comments and compare versions.
  • LiveSync pluginFree LiveSync plugin keeps the CAD/BIM model and visualization in sync.
  • FX stacks and stylesBuild custom FX stacks or start from preset styles.
  • Lighting and weatherAdjust lighting, weather, skies and seasons.
  • Image to PBR materialGenerate full PBR material maps from an image reference.

Source:lumion.com ·

Alibre Design vs Lumion pricing questions

  1. How much do Alibre Design and Lumion cost?

    Alibre Design paid plans start at $10 per month (Atom3D monthly). Lumion paid plans start at $1,149 per named user, billed upfront for 1 year (Lumion Pro).

  2. Is Alibre Design or Lumion cheaper for 5 users?

    Alibre Design is cheaper for 5 users: $500 per year on Atom3D yearly, against $5,745 per year for Lumion on Lumion Pro. That is $5,245 less per year, before tax.

  3. Is Alibre Design or Lumion cheaper for 10 users?

    Alibre Design is cheaper for 10 users: $1,000 per year on Atom3D yearly, against $11,490 per year for Lumion on Lumion Pro. That is $10,490 less per year, before tax.

  4. Is Alibre Design or Lumion cheaper for 25 users?

    Alibre Design is cheaper for 25 users: $2,500 per year on Atom3D yearly, against $28,725 per year for Lumion on Lumion Pro. That is $26,225 less per year, before tax.