Live Home 3D vs TAD Designer
Both are on the Architecture Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 Live Home 3D | TAD Designer | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #1 7.9 | #30 5.0 |
| Maker | — | — |
| Starts at | $5.99 a month | On request |
| Free | Free plan | Free plan |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | 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 | TAD Designer Lite: $0 |
| Verdict | 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. | TAD Designer Lite supports a flexible path from early space-based concepts toward more detailed BIM models. Its non-drafting workflow means users who need drafting must export to other software. |
| Visit Live Home 3D | Visit TAD Designer |