3D Modeling Software

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Blender

Blender is a free and open source 3D creation suite available in under the GNU General Public License. It supports the entirety of the 3D pipeline—modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing and motion tracking, video editing and 2D animation pipeline. Blender…

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Onshape

Onshape is a cloud-native product development platform with integrated CAD, data management and analytics. Onshape aims to accelerate time to market and improve innovation by:1) Access: Unlike file-based CAD which is on-premise only, Onshape enables remote access for designers and…

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VIRNECT Make
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VIRNECT Make is software supporting extended Reality (XR) content creation with the goal of enabling fast and stable XR content creation, and allowing users to translate industrial knowledge and operation manuals into engaging immersive content. It boasts a no-coding editor with…

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Pack.ly
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Packly is an online platform for bespoke packaging from the company of the same name headquartered in Campochiaro, Italy. Users choose the model, enter sizes, get the 3D preview and print with no minimum order quantity in 48 hours.

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ArCADia BIM
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ArCADia BIM enables users to create a complete architectural and construction model of a building, together with internal and external installations as well as terrain modelling. ArCADia software utilizes many solutions that accelerate the design process for the construction industry.…

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BILT
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BILT is a mobile app that provides 3D interactive intelligent instructions for assembly and installation.

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Cylindo
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Furniture companies can use Cylindo to get product visuals across the entire furniture buyer journey. The Cylindo platform offers product visualization and gives furniture businesses versatile assets they can leverage across multiple touchpoints. From 360-spin and 4K zoom on the…

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Vectorworks Spotlight

Vectorworks Spotlight allows users to design, document and produce events and permanent installations. With a suite of drawing, modeling, illustration and rendering tools, Spotlight helps users go from concept to fully created model within a single workflow.

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Tomorrow.io CBAM

Tomorrow.io CBAM is a high-resolution weather forecasting model that can be customized in any region globally to desired resolution, coverage, and parameters. By fusing millions of virtual sensor observations, Tomorrow.io CBAM can finely tuned to the nuanced climates of specific…

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Skycatch
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Skycatch is an aerial data analytics 3D platform for autonomously capturing, processing, and analyzing 3D drone data. They provide companies with accurate visualization and data collection.

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Artifi Labs
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Artifi Labs is a product customization tool with a self-service admin console and integration process to enable ecommerce admins to create a virtual shopping experience for customers. It provides administrators back-end access to create rules, build templates, and control product…

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Third Design
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Third Design is a platform where companies and individuals can create immersive presentations for home design, architecture, for training manuals. Its immersive (3D) presentations help people understand concepts 85% faster than classical 2D presentations (PPT). The solution aims…

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Dreamplan Home Designer

Dreamplan Home Designer is a free diagramming tool used to create 2d, 3d, and blueprint plans for home and landscaping designs.

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DICOM 3D Modeling Software

DICOM 3D modeling software, from 3D Systems headquartered in Rock Hill, is an FDA 510(k)-cleared D2P® software, and 3D Systems printers, that allow surgeons, radiologists, lab technicians, and device designers to create diagnostic-quality digital 3D models and physical 3D prints.

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3D Slash
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3D Slash is a 3D modelling software designed to engage non-designers and children in 3D content creation. 3D Slash offers a solution to fast-developing industries relying on 3D content (consumer 3D printing, modular Internet of Things, AR-VR...). The solution boasts strong value…

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GeoSlope GeoStudio
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GEOSLOPE International Ltd., a Seequent company (itself a Bentley Systems company since the March 2021 acquisition) develops, markets and supports the GeoStudio software suite for geotechnical and geo-environmental modeling. They state their objective is to create software that is…

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VORTEK Spaces
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VORTEK's 3D presentation software is for design professionals, sales reps and account managers that are not 3D rendering experts: kitchen designers, interior designers, woodworkers and architects. Design professionals can use their favorite CAD software to design, and then use VORTEK…

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FARO RevEng
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The FARO RevEng Software platform empowers users with a comprehensive digital design experience. The reverse-engineering software helps create and edit high-quality meshes and CAD surfaces from 3D point clouds for reverse-engineering workflows. Industrial designers can then use these…

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Datagen
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Datagen is powering the AI revolution by providing high-performance synthetic data, with a focus on data for human-centric computer vision applications. The platform is an developed end-to-end self-serve synthetic data system that generates visual data which is both photorealistic…

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Vertex G4Plant

Vertex G4Plant is a plant and piping design software featuring Vertex’s 3D graphics engine, designed to make working with large 3D models faster than before. In addition, up to 100 designers can collaborate on the same 3D project, and the software runs on more than 10 GB size of…

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Simcad Pro
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Simcad Pro is used to visualize, analyze and optimize process flow systems in an interactive 2D/3D simulation modeling environment. Users can plan, optimize, and re-arrange processes and procedures while optimizing layouts, facility improvement, automation and scheduling. Simcad…

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ARSKAN SiloData

ARSKAN SiloData is a platform that allows users to view, use and share 3D models on the web, on the move and without constraints (hardware, bandwidth, latency, external servers). With it, it is possible to generate interactive, collaborative, real-time digital twins that can be connected…

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Kodon
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Kodon is a product by TenkLabs AS in Norway. It is a sculpting software in VR, that allows artists to create 3D models in a true 3D environment. It is designed to allow artists to switch between VR and the traditional tablet and pen, but also between voxels, poly modeling and surface…

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Masterpiece Studio Pro

A 3D platform for creation, it supports concept art to full-body avatars, quickly draw, sculpt, texture, optimize, rig, skin, and animate. Creations can be exported to game engines, renderers, and standard animation software.

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EVOLVE Mechanical

EVOLVE Mechanical is an extension of Revit Fibraction designed to feel familiar to CADmep users, that can be used with an existing CADmep database. It includes a customized Revit Fabrication training course to help companies and users make the transition to help customers get up…

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Homestyler
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Homestyler is an online 3D design tool, with functions of floor planning, 3D modeling, and rendering, used to create furnished floor plans and visualize home design ideas with its cloud-based rendering, within minutes. Homestyler is currently owned by the Alibaba Group and Easyhome…

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ShedPro
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ShedPro is a 3D shed builder tool - A shed sales solution that aims to help users generate leads, simplify the sales process, and drive shed business revenue without the high costs. ShedPro shed businesses an all-in-one solution, including: 3D ShedPro ConfiguratorSales-focused…

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What is 3D Modeling Software?

3D modeling software is used to create computerized representations of an object for digital art or animation. Additionally, 3D modeling software typically also includes support for texturing, lighting and rendering, allowing users to create complete models for animation in a single program. This software is frequently used in industries such as television, film, and video gaming. Many businesses also use 3D modeling software to create designs and models for physical products, or blueprints for 3D printing.

3D Modeling Software Features & Capabilities

Below are some of the most common features included in 3d Modeling software options:
  • Modeling

  • Rigging

  • Lighting

  • Texturing

  • Rendering


3D Modeling Software Considerations

When considering a 3D modeling software for your business, consider the following aspects of each software option:

  1. Use Case: While 3D modeling tools can be used for blueprinting and product designs, many CAD tools are built expressly for this purpose, so it is worth considering if a CAD tool might be more appropriate.

  2. Rendering Needs: Many 3D modeling tools come with built in support for rendering models, but some require a supplementary tool for rendering. Consider what tools your business already has available to them for modeling and rendering, and what you need from a new tool.

  3. Budget: Pricing for 3D modeling tools can vary greatly depending on the feature set each business needs. Free tools can cover the basics of rendering, but feature complete tools can cost thousands of dollars per year. If you only have specific needs, there may be some more affordable options available to you compared to the most premium 3D modeling tools.

3D Modeling Software Pricing

3D modeling software is priced depending on the robustness of the features offered. There are free 3D modeling tools available that only offer simple modeling and rendering features, but more sophisticated options can cost up to $2,000 each year, or anywhere in between.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a CAD tool and 3D modeling software?

CAD tools are typically used for creating models or 3D drawings of products to be manufactured. In contrast, 3D modeling software is designed for artistic endeavors such as sculpting and animation. Both tools have some overlap, but a business specializing in product modeling will likely appreciate the specialized features of CAD tools, while an artist or animator will prefer 3D modeling software.

Are there free or open source 3D modeling tools?

There are free 3D modeling tools available, the most popular being blender, an open source modeling tool that supports texturing, lighting, and rendering. These tools are free to use, but they lack the support and guaranteed ongoing development offered by popular proprietary options.

Is powerful hardware needed for 3D modeling software?

Many 3D modeling software options can be run on mid-range machines, but rendering speeds can be very slow without high-end hardware. For businesses creating multiple models and renders at a quick pace, slower machines will be a bottleneck.