Average Ratings 7 Ratings

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Average Ratings 1 Rating

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features
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support

Description

Blender is an open-source 3D creation suite available for free, encompassing the entire 3D production process—covering modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, motion tracking, video editing, and even 2D animation. Its integrated Cycles engine is a powerful unbiased path-tracer that delivers breathtakingly realistic renders. The extensive modeling capabilities of Blender simplify the creation, transformation, and modification of models efficiently. VFX experts proclaim it to be “probably the best tracker in the market.” Additionally, Blender features robust camera and object tracking functionalities that allow users to import raw video, track it, create masks, and visualize camera movements in real time within the 3D environment, thus removing the need for frequent software switching. With its exceptional rigging and animation tools, Blender has gained popularity among filmmakers, leading to its use in various short films, commercials, television series, and feature-length movies. This versatility has made it an essential tool for artists and creators striving to bring their visions to life.

Description

Designed to be lightweight and user-friendly, it allows you to concentrate on the art of animation without the hassle of navigating complex controls. You can effortlessly alternate between raster and vector styles, making it easy to sketch, ink, and paint wherever you are. Pencil2D is entirely open source and available for free, even for commercial projects! We are excited to announce the latest version of Pencil2D, where our main focus was addressing critical issues that disrupted the animation workflow and enhancing previously existing features. In this update, over 330 individual commits have been made since the last version, aimed at stabilizing and enhancing the software for ongoing use and enjoyment. This commitment to improvement ensures that users can rely on Pencil2D for their animation needs, fostering creativity without any barriers.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

3D-Agent Yes 
ARki Yes 
Candera CGI Studio Yes 
Cartwheel Yes 
Cerebro Yes 
HiveDrive Yes 
Kasm Workspaces Yes 
Pixel Plow Yes 
PlantFactory Yes 
Puntt AI Yes 
Quaaant Yes 
Rokoko Yes 
SummuS Render Yes 
Univah Film Engine Yes 
VStitcher Yes 
Vagon Teams Yes 
Xesktop Yes 
Xsens Yes 
iClone Yes 

Integrations

3D-Agent No 
ARki No 
Candera CGI Studio No 
Cartwheel No 
Cerebro No 
HiveDrive No 
Kasm Workspaces No 
Pixel Plow No 
PlantFactory No 
Puntt AI No 
Quaaant No 
Rokoko No 
SummuS Render No 
Univah Film Engine No 
VStitcher No 
Vagon Teams No 
Xesktop No 
Xsens No 
iClone No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Blender Foundation

Founded

1994

Website

www.blender.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Pencil2D

Website

www.pencil2d.org

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

3D Printing

Analytics No 
Customizable Support Structures No 
ERP No 
Integrates with CAD No 
Mesh Analysis and Repair No 
Model Setup and Plating No 
Multi-User Support and Permissions No 
Multiple/Shared Print Queues No 
Pre-Print Simulations No 
Print File Creation No 
Slicing No 

Animation

Collaboration Tools No 
Customizable Branding No 
Drag & Drop No 
Media Library No 
Social Sharing No 
Templates No 
Text Overlay No 
Text to Video No 
Voice-Over No 

Game Development

2D No 
3D Yes 
Analytics No 
Animation Yes 
Asset Management No 
Drag & Drop No 
IT Asset Management Yes 
Network Management No 
Physics No 
Player Management No 
Prototyping No 
Virtual Reality No 
eCommerce No 

Video Editing

3D Video Editing No 
Audio Tools Yes 
Brand Overlay No 
Collaboration No 
Media Library No 
Social Sharing No 
Speed Adjustment Yes 
Split / Merge Yes 
Supports HD Resolution No 
Text Overlay No 
Video Capture No 
Video Stabilization No 

Product Features

Animation

Collaboration Tools No 
Customizable Branding No 
Drag & Drop No 
Media Library No 
Social Sharing No 
Templates No 
Text Overlay No 
Text to Video No 
Voice-Over No 

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