form·Z

What form·Z is

form·Z is a desktop 3D modeling application for Windows and macOS. Its modeling tools include sculpting and parametric modeling, with animation tools and a render engine described as supporting both options. It also supports 3D print export. The free form·Z Free plan costs nothing and provides mesh-based modeling and 3D print export with no usage restrictions. The form·Z Core subscription costs $219 a year, billed annually, and adds polygonal, NURBS, and ACIS solid modeling alongside parametric primitives. The form·Z Pro subscription costs $439 a year, billed annually, and adds advanced modeling and animation, Python scripting, and batch and network rendering. Permanent license plans are listed at $495 a month for Core and $995 a month for Pro. Core perpetual includes ACIS solid modeling, NURBS, and subdivision surfaces; Pro perpetual includes advanced modeling and animation and Python scripting. A 30-day trial is included in the pricing note. The maker is form·Z, based in Dublin, Ohio, United States.

Who it suits

form·Z suits people who need desktop 3D modeling on Windows or macOS, including users who want sculpting, parametric modeling, animation, or 3D print export. The free plan is suited to mesh-based modeling, while paid options add solid modeling, scripting, and rendering capabilities.

Getting started

1. Visit the form·Z website.
2. Choose the free plan, an annual subscription, or a permanent license.
3. Use the 30-day trial offered in the pricing note if it fits your plan choice.
4. Install form·Z on Windows or macOS.

Verdict

Choose form·Z if you need desktop 3D modeling with a free mesh-based option or want paid solid modeling and parametric tools. Look to the Pro plans for advanced modeling, animation, scripting, or batch and network rendering.