Novorender
Novorender is a browser-based BIM visualization platform that federates large 3D models and point clouds with clash detection, measurement, and offline viewing, and is now part of Procore after a 2025 acquisition.
Novorender loads IFC, NWD, RVM, Revit exports, and many CAD and point-cloud formats in the browser so owners, contractors, and coordinators can review federated models without installing desktop viewers. The product pairs 2D and 3D views, clipping, bookmarks, advanced search, and clash checks against combined models and scans.
Procore announced the acquisition of Novorender on May 20, 2025, alongside FlyPaper Technologies, to expand BIM visualization and coordination inside its construction platform (Procore, 2025). The same release notes Novorender was founded in Stavanger, Norway in 2016 and positions its rendering pipeline to combine models faster than typical industry benchmarks for large data sets.
Customer-facing materials describe more than seventy listed features spanning measurement, point clouds, 360 photos, offline downloads, and integrations with common data platforms. Documentation also exposes APIs for embedding the viewer and automating rules through REST interfaces.
Typical use spans construction and infrastructure projects where field and office teams need one web viewer for design data, reality capture, and GIS-backed context, with optional embedded deployment for software vendors.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Broad format list including IFC and common CAD and scan types
- Large feature surface documented for measurement, search, and visualization
- Roadmap tied to Procore BIM investments after the 2025 acquisition
Cons
- Enterprise-style sales motion; list pricing is not always public
- Heavy models still need sensible LOD and network performance
- Full value assumes integration work when embedding in custom stacks
Key features
Browser viewer: Open large BIM and CAD assemblies in modern browsers without a local install.
Format coverage: Imports IFC, NWD, RVM, DWG, point clouds such as E57 and LAS, and additional formats listed in the vendor manuals.
Clash workflows: Run clash checks across combined 3D content and point clouds during preconstruction and construction.
2D and 3D: Combine floor plans with 3D navigation, sections, and clipping planes.
Measurement tools: Distance, area, and parametric measure modules described in documentation.
APIs and embedding: Data and OAuth guides for custom apps and embedded viewers.
Offline option: Documentation covers downloading scenes for disconnected viewing.
Pricing
Commercial (contact sales)
Contact sales
Public site directs users to book a demo. Confirm pricing and contract terms with Novorender or Procore.
Frequently asked questions
Does Novorender run in a web browser?
Yes. The product is marketed as a browser-based viewer and platform with documentation for supported browsers and WebGL-style rendering.
Which file formats does Novorender support?
The supported-formats manual lists IFC, NWD, RVM, DWG, DXF, OBJ, STEP, GLB, many point-cloud types, and other engineering formats. Always confirm the latest list on novorender.com before production rollouts.
Is Novorender part of Procore?
Procore announced the acquisition of Novorender on May 20, 2025. Check Procore and Novorender announcements for current packaging inside Procore BIM offerings.
Can Novorender compare models for clashes?
The features catalog includes clash detection across multiple 3D inputs and point clouds for early coordination workflows.
Does Novorender work offline?
Documentation describes downloading scenes for offline usage through the web API, aimed at sites with limited connectivity.
How does Novorender compare to desktop viewers?
It emphasizes cloud delivery and federation in the browser with APIs for embedding, whereas many desktop tools focus on single-file authoring. Pick based on whether your workflow needs web access and integration versus deep authoring features.