ArchRender vs LookX

LookX and ArchRender are both AI tools for architectural visuals. LookX offers unlimited generations on its monthly plan and plugins for SketchUp and Rhino. ArchRender is a web app with credits, 3D model upload with browser camera controls, area edits, 4K upscaling and video.

Try ArchRender

The short answer

• Choose LookX if: You want unlimited generations at a lower monthly price. You want SketchUp or Rhino plugins. You want a free plan with recurring credits.

• Choose ArchRender if you want to upload OBJ, FBX, GLTF or GLB models and set the camera in your browser, edit just part of a render, upscale to 4K, make short videos, and keep every render organized in projects. You own your renders and can use them commercially.

ArchRender vs LookX: side by side

“Not compared” means we didn’t verify that feature for LookX, not that it’s missing.

Pricing compared

ArchRender

• Basic: $29/month or $278/year. 150 credits a month, 5 projects, 5 GB storage.

• Pro: $49/month or $470/year. 300 credits a month, 20 projects, 25 GB storage.

• Studio: $119/month or $1,142/year. 800 credits a month, unlimited projects, 100 GB storage.

• Standard render or edit: 1 credit (Ultra: 2 credits)

• 4K upscale: 1 credit

• 5-second video: 5 credits. 10-second video: 9 credits.

LookX

• Basic: free with 100 credits¹

• Monthly: $20 with unlimited generations and 580 credits for upscaling and training¹

• Annual: $199¹

• Team: $269/month for 5 seats¹

Where ArchRender is different

• Render from a sketch, elevation drawing, photo or model screenshot

• Upload a 3D model (OBJ, FBX, GLTF or GLB, up to 400 MB), then set the camera angle, field of view and aspect ratio in your browser

• Interior or exterior, 4 seasons, 6 times of day and 7 environments

• Text prompts, saved prompts, mood boards and style reference images

• Edit Mode for any render or photo, plus area edits that change only the region you select

• 4K upscaling and Video Mode (5- or 10-second clips)

• Projects with version history, and teammates who can work in your projects

You own your renders and can use them commercially. Use them for client presentations, marketing, listings and other commercial work. See our Terms of Service for details.

Where LookX may be the better fit

• You want unlimited generations at a lower monthly price.

• You want SketchUp or Rhino plugins.

• You want a free plan with recurring credits.

How to try ArchRender if you use LookX

1. Export a view from your design software as an image, or export the model as OBJ, FBX, GLTF or GLB.

2. Create an ArchRender account and start a project.

3. Upload the image or model, choose interior or exterior, and set the season, time of day and environment.

4. Describe the materials or add a mood board, then generate.

5. Refine with Edit Mode, upscale to 4K, or make a short video.

FAQ

Is ArchRender cheaper than LookX?

ArchRender starts at $29 a month for 150 credits, and a standard render uses 1 credit. See the pricing comparison above for LookX’s current plans, and our pricing page for every ArchRender plan.

Do I own the renders I make with ArchRender?

Yes. You own your renders and can use them commercially. See our Terms of Service.

Can ArchRender render my 3D model?

Yes. Upload OBJ, FBX, GLTF or GLB files up to 400 MB, pick your view in the browser and render. SketchUp .skp files need to be exported first.

Can I edit only part of a render?

Yes. Area edits let you select a region and change just that area.

Sources

1. LookX pricing page, lookx.ai/price.html, checked Oct 22, 2026.

Competitor information comes from public sources as of Oct 22, 2026 and may change. LookX is a trademark of its owner. This page isn’t affiliated with or endorsed by LookX. See all ArchRender alternatives and comparisons.