As of 2026, SketchUp has transitioned almost entirely to a subscription-based model. While the 2018 version was one of the last to offer "Classic" perpetual licenses, these are no longer sold by Trimble .
Users gained the ability to create scaled drawings directly in LayOut, rather than relying solely on SketchUp models. It also introduced improved DWG imports and advanced attributes like price, size, and URL for entities. SketchUp Pro 2018 18.0.16975
Technical support for SketchUp 2018 has officially ended. For those needing a free desktop alternative, the older SketchUp Make 2017 remains a popular community choice, though it is no longer officially distributed. As of 2026, SketchUp has transitioned almost entirely