GstarCAD vs Live Home 3D
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
| GstarCAD |  Live Home 3D | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #5 7.5 | #1 7.9 |
| Maker | GstarCAD | — |
| Starts at | $239 a year | $5.99 a month |
| Free | Free trial | Free plan |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Standard: $749 a month Professional: $949 a month Premium: $1,120 a month GstarCAD 2027 Standard: $239 a year | Live Home 3D (iPhone/iPad/Vision): $0 Live Home 3D Standard Features (1 Month Subscription): $5.99 a month Live Home 3D Pro Features (1 Month Subscription): $14.99 a month Live Home 3D Standard Features (1 Year Subscription): $19.99 a year |
| Verdict | GstarCAD offers 2D and 3D drafting with DWG and DXF support, a large toolset, and several licensing routes. Its 2027 annual plans start at 239.00 USD per year, with VAT and service fees excluded. | Live Home 3D combines floor planning with 3D walkthroughs and supports several import and export workflows. The free version has story and watermark limits, and some capabilities vary by platform. |
| Visit GstarCAD | Visit Live Home 3D |