Shapespark

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Browser-based interactive 3D walkthrough platform with real-time global illumination; creates shareable WebGL visualization links from Revit, SketchUp, 3DS Max models.

3.6 /5 composite score
C1 4/5 reflects transparent monthly subscription ($19-$249/mo) with free trial. C2 3/5 reflects browser-only interface with plugin connectors (Revit, SketchUp, 3DS Max) rather than headless APIs. C3 4/5 reflects self-serve signup and one-click publishing. C4 4/5 reflects FBX, OBJ, COLLADA import. C5 3/5 reflects Revit, SketchUp, 3DS Max plugin ecosystem.
Solid

Rubric Scorecard

How we grade →

Criterion Score Evidence
Value for the price 4/5 Subscription, from $19 Source →
Agent Friendliness 3/5 API: none
Ease of adoption 4/5 --
Portability & lock-in 4/5 3 file formats
Interoperability 3/5 3 integrations

Pricing

ModelSubscription
Entry price$19
Free tierno
Free vieweryes
Trialyes
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Evidence

File formats

FormatDirectionSupport
FBX import full
OBJ import full
COLLADA import full

Integrations

Revit SketchUp 3DS Max

Sources

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