MakeHuman AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Animators

The best 3D Animator alternative to MakeHuman is Blender, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to MakeHuman and ten of them are 3D Animators so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Animator alternatives to MakeHuman are SketchUp, DAZ 3D, Poser and Mixamo.

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  1. Blender icon

    Blender

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    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.

    139 Blender alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • Flathub
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    • Haiku
    • Steam
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
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    Comment summary: While MakeHuman specializes in generating human models, Blender provides a comprehensive 3D modeling environment. Users note that Blender's MB Lab plugin, created by a MakeHuman developer, offers enhanced human modeling features, bridging the gap between the two. However, some argue that Blender's steep learning curve and its focus beyond human modeling may not suit those seeking MakeHuman's simplicity. MakeHuman remains favored for easy human model generation while Blender offers broader functionality.
    Top Positive Comment
    stevethompson
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    The author of MakeHuman has created a plugin for Blender that allows complete generation and customization of a great range of models. I would go so far as to say that the Blender plugin basically obviates the need for MakeHuman.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
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    Makehuman is for generating human meshes from user set variables, almost always with the intent of importing into another program. Blender is a full 3D modelling/rendering program, but has no human generation features.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Not human generation (it does have plugins for that, but it's not the main feature and you have to go out of your way to get them)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Blender is a great MakeHuman alternative, some don't.

    • Blender is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to MakeHuman.

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

    • Blender is Free and Open SourceMakeHuman is also Free and Open Source
    • Blender is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedMakeHuman is not according to our users
  2. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

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    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    165 SketchUp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based alternative to MakeHuman.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to MakeHuman.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryMakeHuman is Free and Open Source
  4. DAZ 3D icon

    DAZ 3D

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    Manipulate fully rigged 3D figures with morphing, clothing, and accessories using an intuitive toolkit. Create hyper-realistic or cartoon scenes, customize characters, export work to other platforms, and access a broad asset library for detailed animations and illustration.

    29 DAZ 3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Poser

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    Poser is a 3D rendering software package for the posing, animating and rendering of 3D polymesh human and animal figures.

    16 Poser alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    Easy to quick modeling and texturing.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Poser is a great MakeHuman alternative.

    • Poser is Paid and ProprietaryMakeHuman is Free and Open Source
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    Mixamo

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    Animated 3D characters. No 3D knowledge required. Rapidly create, rig and animate unique characters for design projects.

    12 Mixamo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Anim8or

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    Anim8or is a free 3D modeling and character animation program.

    39 Anim8or alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Mesh2Motion

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    Bring Your 3D Models to Life. Mesh2Motion is a FREE & open-source web application to animate your 3D models. Supports humanoid, four-legged, and bird creatures.

    5 Mesh2Motion alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    Dead Deer

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    Dead Deer is a 3D modeler, 3D game maker, and a 3D demo maker designed to create games.

    106 Dead Deer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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    PortableYou

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    PortableYou provides application developers the technology to empower end-users to instantly generate customizable 3D avatars from photos of their face. User can then add and share these avatars seamlessly across enabled third-party applications.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
     
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