| Feature | DIALux evo 8.2 | ReluxDesktop 2024 | |---------|----------------|-------------------| | Price | Free | Free (Pro options paid) | | BIM support | IFC, Revit plugin | IFC, Revit, Archicad | | Street lighting | Yes (EN 13201) | Yes (extended) | | Emergency lighting | Yes | Yes + dynamic sim | | User interface | Modern ribbon | Classic toolbar | | Learning curve | Moderate | Steeper | | Manufacturer data | >200 brands | >150 brands |
Once done, click "False Color" visualization. Red areas indicate over-lighting (>800 lx); deep blue indicates under-lighting (<100 lx). For a warehouse, we aim for 300 lx average with 0.6 uniformity.
Accurate light rendering relies heavily on surface interactions. The platform offers a built-in catalog of materials, colors, and textures. Designers configure:
Easily copy entire floor plans, luminaire arrangements, and room geometries from one floor to another.