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PBRgen vs ZBrush
Both stand on game texture software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
PBRgen combines prompt- and image-based material generation with map editing and exports for several 3D tools. Check the plan terms if you need commercial use, since that is included with a paid plan.
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Free plan APIiPhoneMac+1
Visit ZBrush The facts
| PBRgen | ZBrush | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | API, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | ZBrush for iPad: $33.25 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 7 |
| Maker | Not published | ZBrush |
| Website | pbrgen.com | maxon.net |
| On game texture software | #20 of 34 | #16 of 34 |
PBRgen: what it does well
- Generates materials from text prompts or images.
- Supports 15+ PBR maps.
- Offers layer-stack editing for each map.
- Exports to Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity, Substance 3D, and Godot.
- Starter plan includes 100 one-time credits.
What to know first
- Starter credits are for personal use only.
- Web platform only.
ZBrush: what it does well
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