Blender

The free and open source 3D creation suite.

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A comprehensive, professional-grade 3D creation suite supporting the entire 3D pipeline—modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, and motion tracking.

What we love ❤️

  • Completely free and open source forever with no subscriptions or limits.
  • Built-in Cycles Render Engine allows for stunning, ultra-realistic rendering.
  • Includes a robust set of tools for modeling, sculpting, and UV unwrapping.
  • Features production-ready camera and object tracking for VFX work.
  • Allows drawing 2D directly in a 3D viewport for unique storyboarding and art workflows.

Worth noting 💡

  • The interface is complex and has a steep learning curve for beginners.

Blender stands as a titan in the creative industry, offering a feature set that rivals tools costing thousands of dollars for absolutely free. It is an indispensable tool for 3D artists, animators, and filmmakers, provided they are willing to navigate its steep learning curve.