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Fieldwire vs KeyShot

Fieldwire logo

Fieldwire

Construction

Field management software for construction teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
KeyShot logo

KeyShot

CAD

Real-time 3D rendering and animation

From
$1299/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Fieldwire has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Fieldwire free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum; KeyShot professional plan costs £108.25/month per user; total cost for small teams can be substantial
  • They diverge on capability: Fieldwire covers Task management, KeyShot covers Real-time rendering.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fieldwire and KeyShot actually diverge.

Attributes where Fieldwire and KeyShot differ
AttributeFieldwireKeyShot
Starting priceFree$1299/year
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, AndroidWindows
CategoryConstructionCAD
Founded20132003

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Fieldwire

  • Task management
  • Digital blueprints
  • Punch lists
  • Inspections
  • Photo documentation
  • Procore
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • Box

Only in KeyShot

  • Real-time rendering
  • Ray tracing
  • Animation
  • Material library
  • HDR lighting
  • VR output
  • GPU rendering
  • Denoising

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Fieldwire

  • Construction task tracking and field coordinationnot KeyShot
  • Punch list management on mobile devicesnot KeyShot
  • Project documentation organisationnot KeyShot
  • Field team communicationnot KeyShot

KeyShot

  • Product rendering and visualisationnot Fieldwire
  • Real-time ray tracing for design reviewnot Fieldwire
  • 3D animation and motion graphicsnot Fieldwire
  • Interactive 3D product presentationsnot Fieldwire

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Fieldwire

  • Free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum
  • Basic plan limited to 100 sheets
  • Advanced features (RFIs, submittals, change orders, budget management) restricted to higher tiers
  • BIM viewer availability gated to Business tier and above

KeyShot

  • Professional plan costs £108.25/month per user; total cost for small teams can be substantial
  • 3-year commitment reduces to £3,897 per user, but locks in pricing for extended period
  • Network Rendering, Studio VR, and Cloud Rendering are paid add-ons (£29-£99/month additional)
  • No clear platform support information; likely Windows-only based on CAD tool integrations

Pricing, plan by plan

Fieldwire

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fieldwire review.

KeyShot

$1299/year
  • KeyShot Professional$1299/year
    • Non-transferable individual seat license
    • Complete 3D visualization toolkit
    • AI capabilities included
  • KeyShot Business$1599/year
    • Transferable individual seat licenses
    • Centralized seat management
    • Network Rendering options
  • KeyShot Enterprise$null/year
    • Custom billing options and flexible terms
    • Single Sign-On (SSO)
    • Dedicated Customer Success Manager

Which should you pick?

Choose Fieldwire if

  • You need task management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want digital blueprints.
Fieldwire review

Choose KeyShot if

  • You need real-time rendering.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want ray tracing.
KeyShot review

Questions people ask

Is Fieldwire or KeyShot better?
Neither clearly leads. Fieldwire starts at Free and KeyShot at $1299/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fieldwire or KeyShot?
Fieldwire has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Fieldwire and $1299/year for KeyShot.
Does Fieldwire or KeyShot run on more platforms?
Fieldwire runs on iOS, Android. KeyShot runs on Windows.
Can I use Fieldwire for free?
Yes. Fieldwire has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. KeyShot starts at $1299/year.
What is Fieldwire best used for?
Fieldwire is most often used for construction task tracking and field coordination, punch list management on mobile devices, project documentation organisation, field team communication. Of those, construction task tracking and field coordination and punch list management on mobile devices are not what KeyShot is typically brought in for.
What can Fieldwire do that KeyShot cannot?
Fieldwire covers Task management, Digital blueprints, Punch lists, Inspections. KeyShot covers Real-time rendering, Ray tracing, Animation, Material library.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fieldwire: Is there a free version of Fieldwire?

Yes. Fieldwire's Basic plan is free for up to 5 users, 3 projects, and 100 sheets. It includes core features like plan viewing, task management, specifications, files, photos, and checklists.

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KeyShot: What is the difference between KeyShot Professional and Business licenses?

Professional ($1,299/year) is for individual designers with non-transferable seats. Business ($1,599/year) includes transferable seats, centralized management, and is designed for team use. Professional does not include network rendering options.

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Fieldwire: What are the per-user costs for paid Fieldwire plans?

Pro costs $39 per user per month (annual billing), Business costs $64 per user per month, and Business Plus costs $89 per user per month. All paid plans include unlimited sheets and unlimited projects regardless of plan tier.

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KeyShot: Can I pay monthly for KeyShot instead of annually?

No, KeyShot pricing is structured around annual subscriptions. Professional is $1,299/year ($108.25/month equivalent) and Business is $1,599/year ($133.25/month equivalent). 3-year terms offer lower per-year costs.

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Fieldwire: How many users can I have on a free Fieldwire account?

The Basic plan (free) supports up to 5 users with 3 projects. Pro and higher plans scale without hard user limits; you pay per user added.

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KeyShot: What add-on costs should I budget for KeyShot Studio VR?

KeyShot Studio VR costs $99/month or $1,188/year separately. Network Rendering is $32/month ($384/year) and NX Plugin is $29/month ($348/year).

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Fieldwire: Does Fieldwire offer discounts for annual billing?

The pricing page lists annual billing rates for the standard plans shown. Custom contracts are available through sales with options for unlimited users, tailored training, dedicated success teams, API access, and single sign-on.

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KeyShot: Is educational pricing available for KeyShot?

Yes, KeyShot offers EDU tier licensing for eligible students and faculty at $95/year, providing access to identical core features and AI capabilities as paid plans.

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Fieldwire: What is included in the Business Plus plan that isn't in lower tiers?

Business Plus ($89/user/month) adds RFIs, submittals, change orders, and budget management features compared to the Business tier. Business itself adds custom forms, app integrations, BIM viewer, and custom task fields compared to Pro.

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