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3D Warehouse vs Blendkit
Both stand on 3d asset libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhoneMacWeb+1
Choose 3D Warehouse if you need a free library of SketchUp-ready models and materials, or want to share and organize your own content. It also offers an AR route for models within its size or polygon limits. Uploading, liking, and maintaining a library require an account.
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Free plan Open source APIExtensionLinux+3
Blendkit offers a broad Blender asset library with a free tier and paid plans with more storage and collections. Check Blender version requirements and the experimental status of non-Blender plugins before relying on them.
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| 3D Warehouse | Blendkit | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Full: $9.90 a month |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com | blendkit.com |
| On 3d asset libraries | #5 of 31 | #1 of 31 |
3D Warehouse: what it does well
- Search models and materials by keyword, phrase, or image.
- Filter results by file size, polygon count, and file type.
- Browse and open models without signing in.
- Share uploads publicly or keep them private.
- Eligible models can be prepared for AR viewing on Android or iOS.
What to know first
- Uploading and library management require signing in.
- AR conversion applies only to models under 10 MB or 200,000 polygons.
- Older SketchUp versions use COLLADA downloads.
Blendkit: what it does well
- Free plan includes models, materials, scenes, and HDRIs
- About half of the library is completely free
- Uploaded assets receive a quality check
- Royalty-free and CC0 options cover commercial use
- Subscription downloads are unlimited during the subscription period
What to know first
- The Blender add-on requires Blender 3.0 or newer
- Free Maya plugin is in early alpha
- Godot, Maya, and Rhino plugins are experimental
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