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Houdini

Houdini 3D modeling, animation, and VFX from the official SideFX pages

4.7
Free

Free Apprentice; Indie and…

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Blender

Free open-source 3D modelling, animation, and render

4.8
Open source

Free / open source

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SketchUp

3D modeling for architecture, interiors, and construction from first sketch to a shareable model

4.5
Paid

Go from about $11/mo

SpecHoudiniBlenderSketchUp
CategoryPhoto & Image EditingPhoto & Image EditingPhoto & Image Editing
PricingFree Apprentice; Indie and paid licenses listedFree / open sourceGo from about $11/mo + Pro and Studio plans; free trial
Rating4.7 (12,000)4.8 (22,400)4.5 (18,000)
Community91/10096/10087/100
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