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AwesomeBump vs LigidPainter
Both stand on 3d texturing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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AwesomeBump brings image-based material map generation and several texture-editing tools into a free desktop application. Check the graphics requirement and build caveat if you plan to compile it yourself.
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LigidPainter offers a broad set of texturing and painting tools without a listed price. Its development status, outdated guide and possible MSI download flags are worth considering before choosing it.
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| AwesomeBump | LigidPainter | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | ligidtools.com |
| On 3d texturing software | #1 of 29 | #4 of 29 |
AwesomeBump: what it does well
- Generates six types of material textures from one image
- GPU-based processing with real-time parameter changes
- Supports seamless textures and bump-map mixing
- Saves images as PNG, JPG, BMP, or TGA
What to know first
- Build instructions require OpenGL 4.0 for full graphics support
- OpenGL 3.3 builds omit tessellation
- The current CMake script does not work
LigidPainter: what it does well
- Free plan; itch.io also offers name-your-own-price.
- Paint on 3D models or in a 2D scene.
- Supports procedural materials and PBR workflows.
- Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
What to know first
- App is listed as in development.
- Maker’s guide is marked outdated.
- Antivirus flags may prevent downloading the MSI.
- License restricts selling binaries and source-code use.
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