Rhino 8

Rhino 8

Rhino 8

Rhinoceros (Rhino) is a powerful 3D modeling system that lets you create highly accurate models of any complexity. Rhino provides extensive capabilities for creating, editing, and transforming NURBS objects with precision, making it the most versatile 3D modeling tool across various industries.

  • License

    New

  • Licensing type

    Commercial

  • Validity

    Perpetual

  • Seats

    1

  • License

    New

  • Licensing type

    Commercial

  • Validity

    Perpetual

  • Seats

    1

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  • System requirements
  • Previous Versions
  • Popular questions
  • Licensing Options
icon-windows For Windows

Processor

64 bit Intel or AMD

RAM

Min 8 GB

Free disk space

5 GB

Video card

Min 4 GB VRAM and OpenGL 4.1

Input Devices

Multi-button scrolling mouse SpaceNavigator 3D mouse support

Operating Systems

Windows 11, 10

icon-macFor Mac

Mac with Intel processor or Apple

Min 8 GB

10 GB

Min 4 GB VRAM and OpenGL 4.1

Multi-button scrolling mouse Support for 3D mouse SpaceNavigator and SpaceMouse Wireless

MacOS 12.4 (Monterey) or higher

Looking for previous versions? You can download Rhino below:
  • System Requirements

    RHINOCEROS 8 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

    For Windows

    Hardware:

    • Processor 64 bit Intel or AMD;
    • 8 GB or more of RAM;
    • 5 GB of free hard disk space;
    • Recommended graphics card with 4 GB of video memory and support for OpenGL 4.1;
    • No more than 63 processor cores;
    • Multi-button scrolling mouse;
    • Support for 3D mouse SpaceNavigator;
    • Apple hardware supports Bootcamp.

    Operating Systems:

    • Windows 11,10

    For MacOS

    Hardware:

    • Apple Mac with Intel processor;
    • Apple Silicon M1 Macs;
    • 8 GB or more of RAM;
    • 10 GB of free hard disk space;
    • AMD GPU recommended;
    • Multi-button scrolling mouse;
    • Support for 3D mouse SpaceNavigator and SpaceMouse Wireless.

    Operating Systems:

    • macOS 14 (Sonoma)
    • macOS 13 (Ventura)
    • macOS 12.4 (Monterey)

    Internet connection is required for:

    • Installing and updating the program;
    • Activation of the license key;
    • License management through the cloud service Zoo;
    • Contacting technical support on the forum.

    Not Supported:

    • Linux;
    • Windows Server;
    • Windows 8.1, 8, 7, XP 64-bit, Vista, NT, 95, 98, ME, and 2000;
    • Windows 32-bit all versions;
    • Boot Camp on Apple Silicon. M1 Macs;
    • Virtualization systems such as VMWare, Remote Desktop and Parallels;
    • ARM processors, including Microsoft SQ® 1 and 2;
    • Digitizers (Faro, Microscribe).
  • File Formats

    Title File extension   Read operation/Import Saving/Export
    Rhino 3D Model (except Rhino 1.x save/export).3dm++
    Rhino 3D Model Backup.3dmbak++
    Rhino Worksession.rws++
    3MF.3mf++
    3D Studio.3ds++
    AMF.amf++
    ACIS.sat+
    Adobe Illustrator.ai++
    AutoCAD Drawing.dwg++
    AutoCAD Drawing Exchange.dxf++
    COLLADA.dae+
    Cult3D.cd+
    DirectX.x++
    E57.e57+
    Embroidery.dst, .exp+
    Enhanced Metafile.emf+
    Encapsulated PostScript.eps+
    Geomview OFF.off+
    GHS Geometry.gf, .gft++
    GHS Part Maker.pm+
    Google Earth.kmz+
    GTS (GNU Triangulated Surface).gts++
    IGES.igs, .iges++
    Lightwave.lwo++
    Microstation.dgn+
    Moray UDO.udo+
    MotionBuilder.fbx++
    NextEngine Scan.scn+
    OBJ.obj++
    Object Properties.csv+
    Parasolid.x_t+
    PDF.pdf++
    PLY.ply++
    Points.asc, .csv, .xyz, .cgo_ascii,.cgo_asci, .pts+
    Points.txt++
    Raw Triangles.raw++
    Recon M.m+
    RenderMan.rib+
    Scalable Vector Graphics.svg++
    SketchUp.skp++
    SLC.slc++
    SOLIDWORKS.sldprt, .sldasm+
    STEP.stp, .step++
    STL (Stereolithography).stl++
    VDA.vda++
    VRML/Open Inventor.wrl, .vrml, .vi++
    WAMIT.gdf++
    Windows Medtfile.wmf+
    X3D.x3dv+
    XAML.xaml+
    XGL.xgl+
    Zcorp.zpr++
  • Network license

    The Zoo License Manager is used to distribute network licenses on the local network.

    Installing and configuring Zoo

    Download and install Zoo on the server. Make sure that TCP port 80 is open. Launch the ZooAdmin utility and add the Rhino license.

    Connecting to Zoo Server

    Select Use Zoo when installing Rhino, then specify the name of your Zoo server.

    If the application was previously installed with a local key, you need to change the authorization method.

    Start Rhino, select the menu item Tools → Options → Licenses. Select your Rhino license and click «Change license key». Close and restart Rhino. When starting the program, select «Use Zoo» button, then specify the name of your Zoo server.

  • Academic Versions

    For educational organizations, students, and teachers

    Benefits of academic versions of Rhinoceros

    • Full capacity of the commercial version;
    • Permanent license without time limit;
    • There are no restrictions and watermarks;
    • No additional fees for technical support;
    • Ability to upgrade the version at special prices if the license holder is still a student or teacher;
    • Ability to upgrade the version at commercial prices if the license holder is no longer a student or teacher;
    • Educational institutions — school, college, specialized school, technical school, university.

    LICENSE TYPES

    Single User License:

    • It is available to students, teachers and educational institutions;
    • One license per student or teacher;
    • Educational institutions can purchase as many licenses as they need;
    • It cannot be sold, shared or transferred to another user.

    30 User License (only for educational institutions):

    • A 30-user license allows you to use Rhino on computers in the same classroom/room. There is no need to connect to a local network;
    • Floating network license for 30 users. Requires LAN connection and Zoo license manager.

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO CONFIRM STATUS

    Students:

    • valid student card;
    • a certificate affixed with the seal of the university stating that you are its student.

    Teachers:

    • teacher’s certificate;
    • a certificate affixed with the seal of the university stating that you are its teacher.

     Educational organization:

    • certificate of state accreditation;
    • license to carry out educational activities;
    • details of the educational institutions.
  • License activation

    You will need a Rhino account to use a non-machine license.

    Sign up for a Rhino account. After receiving the registration email, verify your account.

    After logging in to your personal account, go to the Licenses section. Next, click on your account name.
    On the license management page, click the Add license button. The Licenses section displays information about licenses.

    For holders of multiple Rhino licenses or an academic class (Lab) license, creating a team will be convenient. To do this, you need to create an administrator account, then create a command in this account.

    Next, you need to add a license to the team, then send email invitations to users using the Team Management -> Invite Members button.

    Install the Rhino software. When you first start the program, click the Login button and enter your account to activate the program.

  • Rhino Demo

    Click on the «Download» button and fill out the form with correct data. A key for 90 days and a link for the package installation will be sent to your email address within 5 minutes. Check your spam folder if you have not received an email.

  • Can I install my Rhino on more than one computer?

    The license agreement allows you to install Rhino on all computers that you directly control, provided that the license only runs on one computer at a time. Rhinoceros is licensed on a “simultaneous use” basis and not on a “per installation” basis.

    As stated in the license agreement, McNeel grants to you the non-exclusive license to use the Software on any computers owned by you so long as the number of simultaneous users does not exceed the number of licenses you own.

    You can not “loan” your Rhino to a friend or family member.

    You can use the free floating license manager the Zoo, to float a small number of licenses between a larger number of users.

Cloud License

Our recommended method is cloud-based licensing through a Rhino/Cloud Zoo account. This requires creating an online Rhino account and allows you to access Rhino 8 from any computer without entering a license key each time. You can also use Rhino for Windows and macOS on different computers without needing two separate licenses. The license key will be linked to your Rhino account just once. You don’t need to stay connected to the internet all the time – a weekly connection is enough. Additionally, you can create user groups to share a pool of commercial licenses with your team.

Single Computer - Offline Use

Prefer to install Rhino on a single workstation? During installation, click the gear icon on the first screen and select "This computer" to install the license for offline use.

Local Network License

The licensing method you select during the first installation can be changed later. For businesses with multiple users, Rhino offers network licensing, allowing access to a single license across multiple computers within your local network. Only one user can use the license at a time. Floating licenses can be managed using the free Zoo License Manager for Windows. Instructions and download links are available on the site.

You can also change your licensing method after installation if needed.

What’s New in Rhino 8

Rhino 8 comes packed with new features, including powerful modeling tools like ShrinkWrap, boosted speed for Mac users, SubD Creases, enhanced PushPull functionality, improved drawing tools, a flexible user interface, faster rendering engine, new data types in Grasshopper, and much more. Here are just a few highlights.

Development in rhino 8

ShrinkWrap

Create a watertight mesh around open or closed meshes, NURBS geometry, SubD, and point clouds – ideal for 3D printing.

BuiltMac in

Mac Optimization

Rhino for Mac is faster than ever, fully optimized for both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs, using Apple Metal for enhanced rendering. The user interface is now almost identical to Windows, creating a seamless experience across platforms.

ShrinkWrap in rhino 8

SubD Creases

Create a distinction between smooth and sharp edges in SubD without adding complexity to the SubD control mesh – perfect for unique details like bevels.

ModelingSimplified in rhino 8

Simplified Modeling

Rhino 8 introduces streamlined modeling workflows with new PushPull functionality, intuitive new Gumball features, and automatic control planes, making 3D design easier than ever.

ModelingSimplified in rhino 8

Trimming and Splitting

Rhino 8 features advanced tools for trimming and splitting, supporting a variety of workflows for drafting and fabrication.

ClippingSectioning in rhino 8

Presentation Enhancements

Rhino 8 updates the Cycles rendering engine, improves UV unwrapping processes, adds new procedural textures, and introduces new display modes for better visualization and presentation.

Grasshopper in

Grasshopper: Rhino Data Types

Rhino Data Types let you create geometry with user attributes, import additional file formats, manage blocks, use custom materials in your workflow, and add hatching and annotations – unlocking a wide range of advanced processes.

Development Platform

Rhino 8 brings a new code editor, support for CPython and .NET 7, and significant updates to the free SDKs, with refined APIs and exciting new features that expand and deepen Rhino’s development platform.

Development in

Other New Features

Rhino 8 also includes new line types, enhanced Boolean operations for meshes, improved surface editing tools, and much more. For a complete list of new commands and features, check out the What’s New in Rhino 8 documentation.

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