Blender Alternatives

Blender is described as 'Free open-source 3D software for modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, rendering, compositing, video editing, and simulation' and is a leading 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Blender for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and iPad apps. The best Blender alternative is Autodesk Maya. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Wings 3D or Bforartists. Other great apps like Blender are Autodesk 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, Natron and ZBrush.

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Blender alternatives are mainly 3D Modelers, but if you're looking for 3D Animators or 3D Painting Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows, Free, Android, iPad, Open Source, Online and Android Tablet + VFX. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Blender.
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  1. Vectary icon

    Vectary

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    Vectary is the most accessible 3D and Augmented Reality design platform. Create an account for free online. No app download needed. Build immersive experiences for the real world. Publish 3D and Augmented Reality content to any website.

    38 Vectary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Figma
    • madewitharkit
    • WebGL
    • Sketch
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Easy to use online 3d editor with gallery of customizable 3D models

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Vectary is a great Blender alternative.

    • Vectary is Freemium and ProprietaryBlender is Free and Open Source
  2. K-3D icon

    K-3D

     31 likes

    K-3D is free-as-in-freedom 3D modeling and animation software. It features a plugin-oriented procedural engine for all of its content, making K-3D a very versatile and powerful package.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
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  4. Autodesk Flame icon

    Autodesk Flame

     2 likes

    Autodesk Flame software is a powerful finishing and visual effects solution with an integrated environment that accelerates creative workflows.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Autodesk Maya

    Professional-grade 3D modeling, animation, rendering, and visual FX software used in films, TV, and games, featuring advanced tools, Bifrost effects, and a visual programming environment for intricate simulations.

    https://www.autodesk.com
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  6. Electric Image Animation System (EIAS) icon

    Electric Image Animation System (EIAS)

     3 likes

    The Electric Image Animation System (EIAS) is an eminent 3D animation and rendering package. Available for the Mac and PC, with it, you can texture, animate and render your 3D scenes. Extraordinarily, EIAS includes the ability to network render to an unlimited number of...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Electric Image Animation System (EIAS) screenshot 1
     
  7. Shade 3D icon

    Shade 3D

     16 likes

    Shade 3D modeling, animation, rendering and effects is a complete, integrated solution for 3D artists, designers and film makers.

    34 Shade 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • Unity
    Shade 3D screenshot 1
     
  8. Lumiere3D icon

    Lumiere3D

     1 like

    3D Product Videos in Minutes.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Lumiere3D screenshot 1
     
  10. Odyssey by Praxinos icon

    Odyssey by Praxinos

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    Odyssey, for audacious animated films. Combine the power of Unreal Engine with the spontaneity of a drawing software.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Odyssey by Praxinos screenshot 1
     
  12. LightWave icon

    LightWave

     17 likes

    LightWave 3D combines a state-of-the-art renderer with powerful, intuitive modeling, and animation tools. Tools that may cost extra in other professional 3D applications are part of the product package, including 999 free cross-platform render nodes, support for Windows and Mac...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    LightWave screenshot 1
     
  13. Rumba icon

    Rumba

     1 like

    Because 3d animators are crucial in today’s animation and VFX productions, they deserve a productive and modern software dedicated to their art.

    12 Rumba alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Rumba screenshot 1
     
  14. MotionBuilder icon

    MotionBuilder

     3 likes

    MotionBuilder is professional 3D character animation software. It is used for Motion capture and traditional keyframe animation. MotionBuilder is produced by Autodesk in Montreal.

    18 MotionBuilder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    MotionBuilder screenshot 1
     
  15. Cheetah3D icon

    Cheetah3D

     9 likes

    Cheetah3D is a computer graphics program for 3D modelling, animation and rendering. It is written in Cocoa for MacOS. The program is aimed at beginning and amateur 3D artists.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    User Interface of Cheetah 3d
     
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