Head-to-head · 3D Model Viewer Software
BIMx Web Viewer vs Modelo
BIMx Web Viewer leads on 0 checks, Modelo on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBIMx Web Viewer · 7.4/10
- Free planboth
BIMx Web Viewer scores higher on our rubric for 3d model viewer software: 7.4 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.
BIMx Web Viewer is the better fit for free BIMx viewing across web and mobile. Modelo is the better fit for design teams needing broad format and presentation support.
- BIMx Web Viewer fits best
Free BIMx viewing across web and mobile
- Modelo fits best
Design teams needing broad format and presentation support
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Side by side
| Feature | BIMx Web Viewer 7.4/10 Visit ↗ | Modelo 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #4 in 3D Model Viewer Software | #6 in 3D Model Viewer Software |
| Best for | Free BIMx viewing across web and mobile | Design teams needing broad format and presentation support |
| Pricing model | Free | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | $30/user/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Docs | Email, Tickets |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features BIMx Web Viewer 3/3 · Modelo 3/3 | ||
| Measurement tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annotations or markup | ✓ | ✓ |
| Presentation mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | web, iOS, Android, API |
| Supported file formats | .bimx | RVT, RFA, IFC, FBX, STL, 3DM, M3D, SKP, OBJ, BLEND, GLTF, GLB, MAX, DGN, VGX, GZ, ZIP, NWD, SLDPRT, SLDASM, DAE, ZAE, PLY, MD2, S3D, SLD, 3DS, 3MF, 3D, AC, ACC, AMF, ASE, B3D, BVH, COB, CSM, HMP, IQM, IRR, LWO, LWS, MDC, MDL, MS3D, NFF, OFF, OGEX, Q3O, Q3S, RAW, SIB, SMD, TER, X, X3D, ZGL, XGL, IRRMESH, MD5MESH |
| Sharing access | Both | Both |
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| Our verdict | BIMx Web Viewer is a browser-based tool for exploring BIMx architectural hyper-models. It is designed for architects, engineers, construction teams, and clients who need to inspect a connected 3D model, 2D project documentation, and… Read the review → |
Modelo is a browser-based 3D model viewer and collaboration platform for architects, engineers, designers, and teams working with CAD and BIM files. It supports online and mobile viewing, animated walkthroughs, presentation mode,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
BIMx Web Viewer — where it wins
- Free access across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- Links 3D models with 2D documents and embedded BIM data
- Includes measurements, cutting planes, markers, presentations, and PDF export
Where it doesn't
- Supports the .bimx format rather than broader model formats
- Some advanced features may require account-based access or eligible services
- Best suited to BIMx workflows tied to Graphisoft products
Modelo — where it wins
- Supports a broad range of CAD, BIM, and 3D file formats
- Combines measurements, section cuts, annotations, and presentations
- Offers web, mobile, API, sharing, embedding, and design-tool integrations
Where it doesn't
- Pro Monthly starts at $30 per user per month
- Free-plan limits and trial terms are not published
- The broad feature set may exceed the needs of basic viewing workflows
- BIMx Web Viewer7.4/10 · Free plan
A free cross-platform viewer for exploring BIMx models, documents, measurements, and presentations.
Visit BIMx ViewerFull verdict → - Modelo7.0/10 · Free plan · paid from $30/user/mo
A broad 3D viewer for design teams, with useful collaboration and presentation tools.
Visit ModeloFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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