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Autodesk 3ds Max vs Silo
Both stand on game 3d modeling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Windows
Choose 3ds Max if you need Windows software for 3D modeling and animation, including character setups, rendering and 3D print export. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or a platform other than Windows.
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Silo combines focused polygon modeling, UV work and integrations with common 3D tools. Milo adds real-time rendering and VR viewing, while the license includes a year of upgrades without being a subscription.
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| Autodesk 3ds Max | Silo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Silo + Milo: $135, paid once |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | autodesk.com | nevercenter.com |
| On game 3d modeling software | #16 of 26 | #23 of 26 |
Autodesk 3ds Max: what it does well
- Includes Smart Extrude, Booleans and ReForm retopology tools.
- CAT and Biped support rigging and character animation.
- Includes a built-in render engine and Arnold integration.
- Supports 3D print export.
- Offers a free 30-day trial.
What to know first
- Runs on Windows 10 and Windows 11 only.
- There is no free plan.
- A named user can use the subscription on only one computer at a time.
- The lowest listed subscription costs $255 a month.
Silo: what it does well
- Polygon, subdivision and sculpting tools
- Parametric modeling and UV unwrapping
- Exports STL, POV and RIB
- Includes Milo renderer and VR viewer
- Seven-day trial included
What to know first
- No free plan
- Milo is Early Access
- License includes one year of upgrades
- Listed plan is $159 a month
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