Yes, both 3ds Max and Vectorworks Architect offer a Free Trial.
3ds Max is designed for Large Enterprises, Medium Business and Small Business.
Vectorworks Architect is designed for Medium Business and Small Business.
Pricing for 3ds Max Starts at $215/Month whereas for Vectorworks Architect Starts at $3,715.
Some top alternatives to 3ds Max includes 3D Slash, SelfCAD, Clara.io, SketchUp, Maya, Cinema 4D, Modo, Revit LT and Lumion.
Some top alternatives to Vectorworks Architect includes YouBIM, SketchUp, BIMx, BIM Track, Vectorworks Landmark, Navisworks, Archicad, Revit LT, Vectorworks Designer and bimU.io.