Modo
The flexible 3D modeling, texturing and rendering toolset.
Overview
Modo, developed by Foundry, is a comprehensive 3D content creation application that combines modeling, sculpting, painting, rendering, and animation in a single integrated package. It is known for its direct modeling toolset and artist-friendly workflow.
✨ Key Features
- Direct modeling and procedural modeling workflows
- MeshFusion for boolean operations
- Advanced viewport with high-quality previews
- Integrated sculpting and painting tools
- mPath, a physically-based path tracing renderer
- Rigging and animation tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Artist-friendly and highly customizable workflow.
- Powerful direct modeling toolset is considered one of the best in the industry.
- MeshFusion provides a superior boolean modeling experience.
Unique Value: Delivers a fast, intuitive, and powerful modeling experience combined with a comprehensive toolset for texturing and rendering, empowering artists to create high-quality 3D content efficiently.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Used by designers at major brands for product visualization and prototyping.
- A popular choice for artists creating hard-surface models for games and VFX.
- Utilized in advertising to create high-quality 3D renders of products.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- High-end visual effects simulations (Houdini is superior).
- Complex character animation for feature films (Maya is the standard).
🏆 Alternatives
Modo's modeling tools are often considered faster and more intuitive than those in 3ds Max or Maya. While Blender offers a similar all-in-one approach for free, many artists prefer Modo's polished workflow and specialized modeling features like MeshFusion.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: 30-day free trial.
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