Artist3D Alternatives3D Modelers & 3D Painting Apps like Artist3D

Artist3D is described as 'Extraordinarily easy-to-use 3D polygon modeling tool. It works completely without forms, pull-down menus, pop-up menus and text input. Only one modeling window covers each operation function. Less than 30 operation elements control the active interaction options' and is a 3D Modeler in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Artist3D for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, iPad and Web-based apps. The best Artist3D alternative is Blender, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Artist3D are Wings 3D, Autodesk Maya, ZBrush and Autodesk 3ds Max.

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Artist3D is an extraordinarily easy-to-use 3D polygon modeling tool. It works completely without forms, pull-down menus, pop-up menus and text input. Only one modeling window covers each operation function. Less than 30...

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Artist3D alternatives page was last updated Sep 9, 2022
  1. Blender icon
     1650 likes

    A comprehensive open-source 3D software suite for modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, rigging, and animating. It supports renderings, simulations including fluid and cloth dynamics, complex compositing, video editing, and Python scripting, running across all major operating systems.

    151 Blender alternatives
    Splash Artwork for Blender 4.3

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Steam
    • Flatpak

    Top Blender Features

    1.  3D Animation
    2.  3D Sculpting
    3.  Real time rendering
    4.  Compositor
    5.  Community-based
    6.  Keyframe Animation
    7.  Texturing
    8.  Animation Rigging
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  3D Renderer
    11.  Texture painting
    12.  Grease Pencil
    Blender iconArtist3D Icon

    Blender VS Artist3D

    Is Blender a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
    • Blender is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Artist3D.

    • Blender is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Artist3D.

    • Blender is Free and Open SourceArtist3D is Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Wings 3D icon
     114 likes

    Wings 3D is a subdivision modeler inspired by Nendo and Mirai from Izware.

    It is possible to assign materials, vertex color, UV coordinates and textures, but there will be improvements in those features before Wings goes 1.0.

    There is no support in Wings for doing animations.

    53 Wings 3D alternatives
    Modeling by Jove Chiere

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Wings 3D Features

    1.  Uv mapping
    Wings 3D iconArtist3D Icon

    Wings 3D VS Artist3D

    Is Wings 3D a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  3. Autodesk Maya icon
     144 likes

    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.

    67 Autodesk Maya alternatives
    Autodesk Maya screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Autodesk Maya Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Keyframe Animation
    3.  Texturing
    4.  Cross-Platform
    Autodesk Maya iconArtist3D Icon

    Autodesk Maya VS Artist3D

    Is Autodesk Maya a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
    • Autodesk Maya is the most popular commercial alternative to Artist3D.

    • Autodesk Maya is Paid and ProprietaryArtist3D is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. ZBrush icon
     77 likes

    Comprehensive digital sculpting tool offering advanced features like sculpting up to a billion polygons, customizable brushes, real-time painting, and powerful rendering system. Ideal for professionals in film, gaming, and more. Integrates with Redshift and supports Apple Pencil.

    59 ZBrush alternatives
    ZBrush screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad

    ZBrush Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Support for scripting
    3.  Texturing
    4.  Handwriting recognition
    ZBrush iconArtist3D Icon

    ZBrush VS Artist3D

    Is ZBrush a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
    • ZBrush is the most popular iPad alternative to Artist3D.

    • ZBrush is Paid and ProprietaryArtist3D is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. Autodesk 3ds Max icon
     144 likes

    Professional-grade software designed for 3D modeling, rendering, and animation, equipped with comprehensive tools for creating detailed worlds. Widely used across film, TV, games, and design projects, it includes the powerful Arnold renderer, offering artistic control over scenes and characters.

    87 Autodesk 3ds Max alternatives
    Autodesk 3ds Max screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Autodesk 3ds Max Features

    1.  Splines
    2.  Keyframe Animation
    3.  Parametric Modeling
    4.  Bones
    Autodesk 3ds Max iconArtist3D Icon

    Autodesk 3ds Max VS Artist3D

    Is Autodesk 3ds Max a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  6. Paint 3D icon
     28 likes

    Paint 3D is Microsoft's totally rebuilt and enhanced version of Microsoft Paint built for Windows 10 and with extensive 3D support as well as other helpful, long-needed additions like pen support and easier cropping feature.

    18 Paint 3D alternatives
    Paint 3D screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Paint 3D Features

    1.  Remove Image Background
    2.  HD-Rendering
    3.  Support for subtitles
    4.  Bundled with Windows
    Paint 3D iconArtist3D Icon

    Paint 3D VS Artist3D

    Is Paint 3D a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  7. Sketchfab icon
     33 likes

    Sketchfab is the first web service to publish interactive 3D content online in real-time without plugins.

    82 Sketchfab alternatives
    Browse a huge archive of content

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online

    Sketchfab Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Built-in viewer
    3.  Embeddable
    4.  Built-in 3D model viewer
    5.  WebGL
    6.  API Integration
    7.  Online Sharing
    Sketchfab iconArtist3D Icon

    Sketchfab VS Artist3D

    Is Sketchfab a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
    • Sketchfab is the most popular Web-based alternative to Artist3D.

    • Sketchfab is Freemium and ProprietaryArtist3D is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Rhinoceros icon
     31 likes

    Rhino can create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate NURBS* curves, surfaces, and solids, point clouds, and polygon meshes. There are no limits on complexity, degree, or size beyond those of your hardware.

    63 Rhinoceros alternatives
    Rhinoceros screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Nurb Surfacing
    2.  Parametric Modeling
    3.  Support for scripting
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Procedural Modeling
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  3D Sculpting
    8.  Portable
    9.  Works Offline
    10.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
    Rhinoceros iconArtist3D Icon

    Rhinoceros VS Artist3D

    Is Rhinoceros a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  9. Autodesk Mudbox icon
     19 likes

    Autodesk Mudbox digital sculpting and texture painting software offers 3D modeling professionals the ability to quickly and easily create highly detailed organic and inorganic 3D assets.

    55 Autodesk Mudbox alternatives
    Autodesk Mudbox screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Autodesk Mudbox Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Drawing Tablet Support
    3.  Texturing
    Autodesk Mudbox iconArtist3D Icon

    Autodesk Mudbox VS Artist3D

    Is Autodesk Mudbox a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  10. 3D-Coat icon
     44 likes

    3D-Coat is the one application that has all the tools you need to take your 3D idea from a block of digital clay all the way to a production ready, fully textured organic or hard surface model.

    72 3D-Coat alternatives
    3D-Coat screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    3D-Coat Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Support for scripting
    3.  Texturing
    4.  Voxel-editor
    5.  UV Unfolding
    6.  Procedural Texturing
    3D-Coat iconArtist3D Icon

    3D-Coat VS Artist3D

    Is 3D-Coat a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  11. Adobe Dimension icon
     13 likes

    Adobe Dimension (formerly Project Felix and then Adobe Dimension CC) is the 3D design tool made for graphic designers. With extensive integration with Adobe Stock, you can easily composite 2D and 3D assets to build product shots, scene visualizations, and abstract art.

    64 Adobe Dimension alternatives
    Adobe Dimension screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Adobe Creative Cloud

    Adobe Dimension Features

    1.  Grid layout
    2.  HD-Rendering
    Adobe Dimension iconArtist3D Icon

    Adobe Dimension VS Artist3D

    Is Adobe Dimension a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
  12. Microsoft 3D Builder icon
     6 likes

    View, capture, personalize, and print 3D models. Download many kinds of 3D files and edit them using the 3D modeling space. Take a picture with your webcam and make it 3D.

    122 Microsoft 3D Builder alternatives
    Microsoft 3D Builder screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Microsoft 3D Builder Features

    1.  3D design
    Microsoft 3D Builder iconArtist3D Icon

    Microsoft 3D Builder VS Artist3D

    Is Microsoft 3D Builder a good alternative to Artist3D?
     
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