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3DMeasure

Revit plugin for precise 3D measurements

Free Revit plugin that enables accurate distance measurements in 3D views by selecting two points or clicking edges, with coordinate display in multiple reference systems.

Pricing
free tier
Alternatives
STEP Exporter for Revit, 3DPDF Exporter for Revit, 3D PDF Exporter for AutoCAD
Who it's for
Architecture, Structural Engineering, MEP Engineering
Not publicly specified raisedGrowth Stage
Founded 2018 · Revit users worldwide (specific count not disclosed)
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Revit lacks native 3D measurement capabilities, forcing architects and engineers to work in 2D views or use workarounds when measuring distances between points in 3D space. This workflow disruption slows design review and spatial analysis.

The Solution

Provides a modeless dialog for direct 3D measurements by selecting two points or edges, displaying distance, deltas, and coordinates in project units with support for multiple coordinate systems (internal origin, project base point, survey point).

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Plugin
Integrations
Autodesk Revit
Disciplines
Architecture, Structural Engineering, Mep Engineering
Workflows
Design & BIM
Project Phases
Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation
Project Types
Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Education, Infrastructure, Mixed-Use, Industrial, Hospitality, Institutional
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:Revit model geometry, User point selection
Optional:Linked models, Custom coordinate systems
Formats:RVT, RFA
Output
What you get
Format:Real-time measurement dialog with clipboard export
Fields:Distance between points, X, Y, Z delta coordinates, Point coordinates in project units, Coordinate values in multiple reference systems
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Euclidean distance calculation using Revit API geometry methods
Accuracy:Project unit precision (follows Revit project settings for rounding and display)
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:No data collection - local plugin only
Training:Not applicable - no AI training
Compliance:Standard Revit plugin security model
API
Integration
Endpoint:Not applicable - desktop plugin only
Method:Revit API integration
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Measuring distances between structural elements in 3D
  • ·Verifying clearances and spatial relationships
  • ·Quality control checks during design development
  • ·Extracting precise coordinates for construction documentation
  • ·Validating dimensions across linked models
PRICING

Pricing

Free
Free download and use
Pro
No paid tiers
Enterprise
Available for enterprise use at no cost
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-02-01
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Fields Checked (6)
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api-documentation, privacy-policy, customer-count, funding-information, compliance-certifications
About this research: This record summarizes the cited sources and fields checked. A research date does not establish hands-on testing. Consult the original sources for current details and limitations.
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