D5 Render Alternative
Browser-based rendering
at a fraction of the cost.
D5 Render requires Windows, a DirectX 12 GPU, and a 3D model. Lumiforma works from photos, in any browser, with renders in 30 seconds.
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| Lumiforma | D5 Render | |
|---|---|---|
| Render time | Under 30 seconds | 2-5 minutes (4K) |
| Annual cost | From $19/month | Free (non-commercial) or $360/year |
| Hardware required | Any browser | DirectX 12 GPU (GTX 1060+) |
| Learning curve | Minutes | Days |
| Platform | Browser (any OS) | Windows only |
| 3D model required | No — works from photos | Yes — imports from SketchUp, Revit, Rhino |
Lumiforma
- You work on Mac or Linux and cannot run D5 Render's Windows-only application.
- You do not have a DirectX 12 GPU and do not want to invest in one.
- You want to render from photos or floor plans without building a 3D model first.
- You need renders in 30 seconds for fast client iteration instead of 2-5 minutes per 4K image.
D5 Render
- You want a free real-time rendering tool for non-commercial or student projects.
- Your workflow relies on importing SketchUp, Revit, or Rhino models for GPU-powered real-time editing.
- You need D5 Render's extensive asset library and material system for detailed scene building.
- You produce cinematic flythrough videos that require D5's real-time video rendering pipeline.
Works on Mac and Linux
D5 Render is Windows-only and requires a DirectX 12 GPU. Lumiforma runs in any browser on any operating system.
No 3D Model Required
D5 Render requires importing a 3D model from SketchUp, Revit, or Rhino. Lumiforma generates renders directly from photos.
Faster Results
D5 Render takes 2-5 minutes for a 4K render. Lumiforma delivers a professional result in under 30 seconds.
Simpler Pricing
D5 Render's free tier is non-commercial only. Lumiforma's Popular plan at $19/month includes 60 commercial-ready renders.
Browser-based rendering
at a fraction of the cost.
D5 Render requires Windows, a DirectX 12 GPU, and a 3D model. Lumiforma works from photos, in any browser, with renders in 30 seconds.
Start Free
No credit card required