Quality check : Cloud Rendering vs In Product

[marcatore]

Hi guys,

I'm evaluating the rendering feature of Revit and I'm surfing the Autodesk website finding some comparisons about the render quality of "Cloud" vs "In Product" rendering.

Do you know where I can find them?

Or, do you have any past project images for a comparison?

Thanks in advance.

Regards

[syman2000 · Accepted solution]

You can check some website like these

https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/revit/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/Revit-Rend...

https://revitpure.com/blog/comparing-6-revit-rendering-plugins

[barthbradley · Accepted solution]

Cloud vs Local? They are pretty much identical.  

[RDAOU · Accepted solution]

@marcatore 

The same...cloud rendering uses a different engine than that of the local BUT it is not the fountain of youth and wont do miraculous make overs to your renders. You can get same results using local Render. However, the latter is dependent on the specs of your Revit machine's ie: it can take ages to finish a decent quality/res render

[ToanDN · Accepted solution]

The differences were more obvious in the earlier Revit versions when they used Mental Ray rendering engine.  They are not that obvious in the newer Revit versions (2021 and newer I think).   I wouldn't say one is better than the other, just different.  What it means is that if you render a scene on cloud and you want to render updated versions of that scene for comparison, you should do them on the cloud as well.

https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/revit/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/Revit-Rend...

[marcatore]

Thank you guys for your replies.

It's more clear the differences and they seem not so huge.

Obviously the render time is not something I'm considering as I already know which is faster.

Another question about "cloud rendering" is : when I submit a render to the cloud, as upload time, I should consider to upload the Revit file and textures? For example, if Revit file and textures are 300Mb, I have to consider that file weight as upload transfer time?

About variations on the project, have I to submit again everything or the system "knows" what I've change and it sends to cloud just a little portion of data?

[xo3dlb]

Hey everyone,

It's intriguing to compare cloud rendering and in-product rendering, as both come with their unique set of advantages and challenges.

Cloud Rendering:

• Scalability: Cloud rendering can typically handle larger projects and scenes because it's not limited by a user's local hardware.
• Speed: With multiple servers working simultaneously, rendering can be much faster, especially for high-resolution or complex scenes.
• Cost: While there are costs associated with cloud rendering, it might be cheaper in the long run, especially if you don't want to invest in high-end hardware.
• Flexibility: Allows users to work on other tasks while the render takes place in the background.

In Product Rendering:

• Immediate Feedback: Users can get quick previews and make instant adjustments, leading to a more iterative workflow.
• No Internet Dependency: No need to rely on internet connectivity or worry about data transfer speeds.
• Control: Users have more control over the rendering environment and settings.
• Cost: There's no recurring fee once you've invested in the software and suitable hardware.

Ultimately, the choice between cloud rendering and in-product rendering might come down to the specific needs of the project, budget constraints, and personal preferences. Both methods have their place in the industry, and the best approach is often a mix of the two, depending on the situation.

Would love to hear more experiences and opinions on this! Please visit my website: https://xo3d.co.uk/