The best 3d modeling softwares, according to hackers
7 3d modeling softwares recommended in Hacker News comments over the past year, ranked by how many separate people recommend each one.
All 3d modeling softwares
- BlenderA free, open-source 3D suite that rivals expensive commercial tools, with a much-improved interface and Python scripting, though it still has a steep learning curve.298recommend
- Autodesk MayaIndustry-standard 3D animation and modeling software, praised for rigging, scripting API and NURBS tools. Main caveats: high license cost and vendor lock-in.18recommend
- SketchUpRecommended as an intuitive 3D modeling tool with little learning curve. Common caveat: the free version is limited.16recommend
- SideFX HoudiniRecommended for procedural 3D, simulation, compositing and VFX work that handles huge point counts. Caveats: a steep learning curve and a bare-bones real-time viewport.14recommend
- Microsoft 3D Movie MakerPeople recommend it for nostalgia and for the impressive style it reaches within its limits, and some used it for school movie projects.6recommend
- Akse3DFree open-source 3D modelling tool that some people now recommend over Tinkercad. The most common caveat is that Hole mode does not subtract shapes the way people expect.6recommend
- Cartesian AI 3D ModelingRecommended for clean STL output, sharp renders and a step up from other AI CAD tools; critics say complex geometry looks poor and the moving background is distracting.6recommend