3D modelling

Model, animate and render in 3D.

2 tools, ordered by our rating.

1. 1

   Blender

   Free, open-source 3D creation suite for modelling, sculpting, animation, rendering and more.

   • Free
   • Open source
   Visit blender.org (Blender website, opens in a new tab)Read our take
2. 2

   SketchUp

   Subscription 3D modelling tool for design, with web, iPad and desktop plans.

   • Paid
   Visit sketchup.trimble.com (SketchUp website, opens in a new tab)Read our take

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vsSublime Text vs Notepad++Notepad++ is free and Windows-only; Sublime Text is paid but runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.Updated 17 October 2026