Free MakeHuman Alternatives3D Modelers and other similar apps like MakeHuman

The best free alternative to MakeHuman is Blender, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to MakeHuman and many of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to MakeHuman are Bforartists, DAZ 3D, VRoid Studio and DesignDoll.

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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
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
    • Steam
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Blender as an Alternative to MakeHuman
    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.

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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. Bforartists icon

    Bforartists

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    Bforartists is a complete 3D suite to create 3D content. It offers you the full 3D art pipeline to create game graphics, prerendered movies and stills.

    72 Bforartists alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Haiku
    • AmigaOS
    • MorphOS
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  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

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    VRoid Studio

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    VRoid Studio is a 3D character creation software developed for you to freely express yourself, even without 3D modeling expertise. The software is easy-to-use. Even first-time users can fully enjoy the software by picking preset items and playing around with the parameters’...

    47 VRoid Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Steam
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    • VRoid Studio is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to MakeHuman.

    • VRoid Studio is Freemium and ProprietaryMakeHuman is Free and Open Source
    • VRoid Studio is LightweightMakeHuman is not according to our users
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    DesignDoll

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    Create a personalized sketch doll and make it pose. Design Doll allows the manipulation of sketch doll 3D models and the use of custom models and props imported from other programs or bought from its own marketplace.

    18 DesignDoll alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    ManuelbastioniLAB

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    The aim of ManuelbastioniLAB is to bring you a set of advanced tools to turn your Blender in a powerful laboratory for realistic humanoid characters creation.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    ManuelbastioniLAB was made by one of the same developers after their time on MakeHuman. Unlike the external MH, MbL functions as a plugin within blender and might be considered a spiritual successor.

    For a description of the difference by the developer, see this page: http://www.manuelbastioni.com/guide_main_differences_from_makeHuman.php

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    • Almost everyone thinks ManuelbastioniLAB is a great MakeHuman alternative.

    • ManuelbastioniLAB is Free and Open SourceMakeHuman is also Free and Open Source
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    Mixamo

     6 likes
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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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Art of Illusion

     30 likes
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    Art of Illusion is a free, open source 3D modelling and rendering studio. It is written entirely in Java, and should be usable on any Java Virtual Machine which is compatible with Java 5 or later.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. JustSketchMe icon

    JustSketchMe

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    JustSketchMe is an intuitive online tool for artists to configure pose-able mannequins for figure drawing. It's a simple, straightforward tool that can be used effectively for figure sketching, fashion design and comic illustration.

    8 JustSketchMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    • JustSketchMe is the most popular iPad alternative to MakeHuman.

    • JustSketchMe is Freemium and ProprietaryMakeHuman is Free and Open Source
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    Ready Player Me

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    Cross-game avatar platform for the metaverse. Create your personal avatar with a selfie and use it in 300+ compatible apps & games.

    9 Ready Player Me alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Unity
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Ready Player Me is the most popular SaaS alternative to MakeHuman.

    • Ready Player Me is Free and ProprietaryMakeHuman is Free and Open Source
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