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Compare 3D Coat and V-Ray 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
379 USD
Free Trial 1 Seats
3D Coat
Star Rating
(21)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
379 USD
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Star Rating
(219)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Seats
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that while both 3D Coat and V-Ray offer solid performance, V-Ray has a slight edge in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher star rating. Users appreciate V-Ray's exceptional realism and reliability, making it a preferred choice for architectural and interior design visualization.
- According to verified reviews, 3D Coat excels in ease of use, with users highlighting features like quick and easy poly painting and a robust set of brushes that simplify the modeling process. This user-friendly approach is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking for efficient tools.
- Users say that V-Ray's recent updates have significantly improved its usability, particularly with real-time rendering capabilities and the new Vision options that allow for instant feedback on lighting and materials. This responsiveness is a game-changer for professionals needing to visualize changes quickly.
- Reviewers mention that 3D Coat's seamless integration with external applications like Photoshop enhances the texture creation process, making it a strong contender for artists focused on detailed texturing and UV mapping.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products have similar support quality, V-Ray's extensive user base and community resources provide a more robust support ecosystem, which can be crucial for users needing quick solutions to complex rendering challenges.
- According to recent user feedback, V-Ray's speed and reliability in rendering marketing images and animations make it a go-to choice for professionals, while 3D Coat's focus on innovative modeling techniques appeals to those prioritizing creative flexibility in their workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
3D Coat
3D COAT PROFESSIONAL
379 USD
This is the advanced version of 3D Coat providing for all the features and commercial use.
- All the features of 3D Coat available
- Commercial usage allowed
- Textures up to 16384 px
V-Ray
Free Trial
Free Trial
1 Seats
Free 14-day trial
- Fixed license on one computer
- Includes all V-Ray integrations
- Includes support
Free Trial
3D Coat
Free Trial is available
V-Ray
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
21
8.6
190
Ease of Use
8.5
21
7.1
195
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.5
134
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.2
24
Quality of Support
8.0
14
8.0
175
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.5
25
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
21
8.9
189
Features by Category
Design
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Move
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Store & Manage
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Generative AI
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Design
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Detail
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Logistics
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Generative AI
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Library
Not enough data
7.6
120
Not enough data
8.0
120
Rendering
Not enough data
8.4
121
Not enough data
8.6
122
Not enough data
8.9
122
Not enough data
8.4
122
Not enough data
8.2
118
Not enough data
8.1
117
Integrations
Not enough data
7.0
109
Not enough data
8.2
119
Generative AI
Not enough data
4.9
68
Generative AI
Not enough data
4.8
54
Not enough data
4.4
54
Not enough data
4.5
55
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
3D Coat and V-Ray are categorized as 3D Rendering
Unique Categories
3D Coat is categorized as 3D Painting and 3D Modeling
V-Ray is categorized as Architectural Rendering
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
3D Coat
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
V-Ray
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Animation
19.0%
Entertainment
14.3%
Computer Games
14.3%
Design
9.5%
Publishing
4.8%
Other
38.1%
Architecture & Planning
51.2%
Design
15.3%
Animation
4.3%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Media Production
2.4%
Other
23.4%
Discussions
3D Coat has no discussions with answers
What is V Ray used for?
1 Comment
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Used for rendering out 3D Models and large AAA Architectural and Landscape Designs.Read more
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