VizTerra
What it is
VizTerra is Windows landscape design software for professionals who design, present, and build outdoor living spaces. A project can begin as a 2D drawing, move into interactive 3D, and produce construction plans from the same file. As users design, the software calculates measurements, square footage, and quantities for those plans.
Its library contains 1,922 3D objects, 1,241 HD materials, and 1,748 trees and shrubs. The listed catalog count is 77,000 items. An optional paid GIS add-on can provide parcel boundaries, setbacks, a home footprint, and scaled high-resolution aerial imagery. Presentation options include photo capture up to 8K and an integrated video storyboard. VizTerra imports AutoCAD DWG/DXF files and exports designs or construction plans in DXF, JPG, and PDF. Designs can be sent to the optional YARD iPad app for augmented-reality viewing at a client’s property.
The per-seat subscription has monthly or annual billing, with a $95 one-time setup fee; GIS and YARD cost extra. A 30-day trial includes full feature access and requires no credit card to start. After cancellation and the subscription’s end, software access stops.
For and against
For
- Moves 2D drawings into interactive 3D within the same project file.
- Calculates measurements, square footage, and construction quantities while designing.
- Includes 1,922 3D objects and 1,748 trees and shrubs.
- Supports photo capture up to 8K and an integrated video storyboard.
- Imports AutoCAD DWG/DXF and exports DXF, JPG, and PDF.
- 30-day full-feature trial starts without a credit card.
Against
- Runs on Windows PCs only.
- GIS and YARD are optional additional-cost add-ons.
- Subscription ends software access after cancellation and the paid term.
- A $95 one-time setup fee applies.
Who it suits
VizTerra suits landscape professionals who need to move outdoor-living designs from 2D into 3D and construction plans. It is also suited to professionals presenting designs to clients, including those who want optional GIS context or AR viewing through YARD.
Getting started
- Open the VizTerra product page on Structure Studios’ website.
- Start the 30-day free trial; no credit card is required to begin.
- Use a Windows PC to run the software.
- Choose a per-seat subscription with monthly or annual billing when subscribing.
- Add GIS or YARD separately if needed.
Limits to know
The 30-day trial ends after 30 days. Subscriptions are per seat, GIS and YARD cost extra, and software access ends when the subscription ends after cancellation.
The verdict
Choose VizTerra if you are a Windows-based landscape professional who wants one project to support 2D design, interactive 3D, calculations, and construction plans. Look elsewhere if you need a non-Windows platform or do not want a per-seat subscription and its setup fee.
Questions
What does VizTerra cost?
The plan lists $9784 a month. Its billing detail says $97 user/month billed monthly or $84 user/month billed annually, plus a $95 one-time setup fee.
Is there a free plan or trial?
There is no free plan. A 30-day free trial includes full feature access and does not require a credit card to start.
What platform does it run on?
VizTerra runs on Windows PCs. The maker’s Version 4 recommendations include Windows 11.
What can it import and export?
It imports AutoCAD DWG/DXF files and exports designs or construction plans in DXF, JPG, and PDF.
Are GIS and augmented-reality viewing included?
GIS and YARD are optional add-ons with additional costs. YARD is an iPad app for viewing exported designs in augmented reality on a client’s property.
Who makes VizTerra, and when was it released?
Structure Studios says it was founded in December 2001. VizTerra was released in February 2009.
Facts on the record
- 2D and 3D workflow
- Users can draw in 2D, switch to interactive 3D, and create construction plans from the same project file.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- 2D to 3D
- Designers can switch from a 2D drawing to a realistic 3D view with one click.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- 3D asset library
- The built-in library contains 1,922 3D objects, 1,241 HD materials, and 1,748 trees and shrubs.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- API listing
- GetApp lists API among VizTerra features, but shows zero user ratings for that feature and no public API documentation.getapp.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- CAD import
- VizTerra can import AutoCAD DWG and DXF files and background formats including BMP, JPG, PNG, TIF, and TGA.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Calculations
- The software calculates measurements, square footage, material quantities, and linear footage for construction plans.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company founded
- LinkedIn lists Structure Studios as founded in 2001.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters
- LinkedIn lists Structure Studios headquarters at 3300 St Rose Parkway, Suite 310, Henderson, Nevada 89052.linkedin.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Company legal name
- The product footer and EULA identify the maker as Structure Studios, LLC.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Construction documentation
- Construction plans are generated from the same synchronized 2D and 3D project instead of being redrawn separately.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Design library
- The product page lists 1,922 3D objects, 1,241 HD materials, and 1,748 trees and shrubs in its library.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Documentation
- The official Help Center provides overview articles, training videos, materials guidance, presentation lessons, construction instructions, YARD tutorials, membership help, and troubleshooting.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- File imports and exports
- The pricing comparison lists AutoCAD DWG/DXF import and construction-plan or design export in DXF, JPG, and PDF.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2001structurestudios.com · read 28 Sept 2026
- GIS
- GIS can provide parcel boundaries, setbacks, a home footprint, and high-resolution aerial imagery at scale for an additional cost.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- GIS mapping
- GIS can use an address to provide parcel boundaries, setbacks, house footprint, and high-resolution aerial imagery at scale for an additional cost.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Licence
- The EULA says VizTerra is licensed rather than sold under a non-exclusive, non-transferable membership licence.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Licence restrictions
- The licence is single-user, prohibits concurrent use on different computers, and requires internet activation or periodic membership validation.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: 2D drafting
- A Software Advice reviewer says the 2D component is cumbersome and lacks typical CAD-standard features.softwareadvice.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: billing and access complaints
- BBB review excerpts include complaints about professionalism, billing or access decisions, and inability to access projects after account issues.bbb.org · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: graphics age
- A G2 reviewer characterized the graphics as somewhat outdated.g2.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: performance
- Reviewers report that the software can require substantial RAM, run clunkily, or become glitchy.softwareadvice.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Limit: support
- Some reviewers report poor or difficult customer support, including a G2 complaint describing support as disastrous.g2.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Maker history
- Structure Studios says it was officially founded in December 2001, and that VizTerra was released in February 2009.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Operating system
- VizTerra runs on Windows PCs; the maker’s requirements page lists Windows 11 among Version 4 recommendations.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Outdoor design tools
- The comparison page lists tools for decks, pergolas, hardscapes, planters, outdoor kitchens, fences, railings, walls, terrain lines, and property lines.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Ownership and source
- The EULA identifies the software and materials as proprietary Structure Studios property and prohibits copying, modification, reverse engineering, and derivative works.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Photo output
- Photo Mode can produce images up to 8K resolution with optional artistic effects.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Plant library
- The product includes a curated library of more than 1,700 trees and plants with custom plant legends.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Praise: 3D visualization
- Independent reviewers praise the strong 3D rendering and its usefulness as a sales presentation tool.softwareadvice.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Praise: ease of use
- Reviewers on G2 and Software Advice repeatedly describe VizTerra as easy to use, user-friendly, and simple for producing 3D work.g2.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Presentations
- It supports photo capture up to 8K and includes an integrated video storyboard.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The posted privacy policy covers personal information collected on Structure Studios websites and says it does not cover information collected offline or through other means.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- VizTerra is landscape design software for professionals designing, presenting, and building outdoor living spaces.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Rating on Apple App Store
- Not enough ratings to display an overview out of 5 from 0 displayed ratingsapps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Rating on Capterra
- 3.0 out of 5 from 4 reviewscapterra.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Rating on G2
- 3.5 out of 5 from 3 reviewsg2.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Rating on GetApp
- 3.0 out of 5 from 4 reviewsgetapp.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Rating on Software Advice
- 3.0 out of 5 from 4 reviewssoftwareadvice.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Recent update scope
- The 2026 update list includes PBR texture imports, cross-section construction layouts, expanded GIS, dynamic doors, SketchUp/FBX editing, autosave, and extension snapping.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Recommended hardware
- Version 4 recommendations are Windows 11, a tenth-generation Intel Core i7 or better, 16 GB RAM, RTX 4060-or-better graphics, and 50 GB free disk space.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Refund limit
- The refund policy says downloads are non-returnable and purchases are not refunded, while recommending the free trial before purchase.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Security and privacy
- The privacy policy says website data collection can include names, addresses, company details, email, telephone, billing, and credit-card information for memberships.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Subscription and access
- Subscriptions are per-seat and can be paid monthly or annually; after cancellation and the end of the subscription, users lose software access.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- Official resources advertise live phone support, video training, and a Help Center; third-party listings describe chat and a knowledge base.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- Version 2 minimums include Windows 8.1 or 10, an eighth-generation Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, GTX 960-class graphics, and 11 GB free disk space.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The maker offers a 30-day free trial with full feature access and no credit card required to start.structurestudios.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Version 4 release
- Structure Studios announced Version 4 on February 18, 2026, with a redesigned 3D engine, improved library, path tracing, global illumination, HDRI skies, and expanded GIS data.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- Video output
- An integrated video storyboard creates presentation videos.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- What it does
- VizTerra supports 2D landscape planning, interactive 3D design, client presentations, and construction plans from one project file.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- YARD integration
- YARD can import VizTerra projects and place them at full scale in a client’s yard through augmented reality.structurestudios.com · read 15 Oct 2026
- YARD platform
- YARD 2 is an iPhone and iPad app that requires an active VizTerra, Pool Studio, or Vip3D subscription and cannot run standalone.apps.apple.com · read 15 Oct 2026