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Mextures vs Poly Haven
Both stand on texture libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhoneMacWindows
Mextures combines a large texture and preset collection with layer-based iOS editing and Formula sharing. Check Console compatibility and the normalization requirement before choosing it for a desktop or video workflow.
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Free plan APIExtensionWeb
Poly Haven combines free CC0 assets with a Blender add-on and API, while also offering optional paid Vault and add-on access. Check the API requirements if using its live endpoints.
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| Mextures | Poly Haven | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac, Windows | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Mextures Yearly Membership: $89 a year | Vault access: $3 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Mextures | Not published |
| Website | mextures.com | polyhaven.com |
| On texture libraries | #7 of 27 | #11 of 27 |
Mextures: what it does well
- Unlimited adjustable layers in the iOS app
- More than 200 stackable textures
- 30 film presets and over 300 Formulas
- Commercial client projects are permitted
What to know first
- Console currently crashes with latest Photoshop and macOS Sonoma
- RAW or LOG footage needs normalization before Film Presets
- Resale or redistribution requires written consent
Poly Haven: what it does well
- Free public library with no paywall or signup
- CC0 assets permit commercial use
- HDRIs described as 16k+ and unclipped
- Blender add-on supports drag-and-drop asset use
- API has free default endpoints without login
What to know first
- Live API users must provide attribution and a unique User-Agent
- Vault access costs $3 a month
- Superhive add-on purchase costs $49, paid once
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