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At a Glance
Arnold
Arnold
Star Rating
(12)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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V-Ray
V-Ray
Star Rating
(219)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Seats
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that V-Ray stands out for its exceptional realism and reliability, making it a preferred choice for architectural and interior design visualization. Users appreciate its real-time rendering capabilities and the ability to see changes instantly, which enhances workflow efficiency.
  • Users say that Arnold excels in integration with Maya, providing a seamless experience for those already using this 3D software. Reviewers highlight its fast rendering speed and the realistic output it delivers, making it a strong contender for users focused on quality.
  • According to verified reviews, V-Ray's robust ecosystem and material library contribute to its popularity, especially among users who require a comprehensive set of tools for marketing images and animations. This versatility is a significant advantage for professionals in creative industries.
  • Reviewers mention that Arnold's intuitive integration and great product documentation make it easier for users to get started, particularly for those who may be new to rendering. This user-friendly approach is a notable strength compared to V-Ray's more complex setup.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while V-Ray has a larger user base and more recent reviews, Arnold's users report a higher level of support quality, with many praising the amazing support they receive, which can be crucial for troubleshooting and learning.
  • Users express that V-Ray's recent updates have made it more user-friendly, but some still find it less intuitive than Arnold, which is often described as straightforward and quick to learn. This difference can impact the day-to-day usability for new users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Arnold
No pricing available
V-Ray
Free Trial
Free Trial
1 Seats
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Free Trial
Arnold
No trial information available
V-Ray
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
10
8.6
190
Ease of Use
8.2
10
7.1
195
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.5
134
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.2
24
Quality of Support
8.3
8
8.0
175
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.5
25
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
9
8.9
189
Features by Category
Architectural RenderingHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
8.1
124
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
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
4.8
54
Generative AI
Not enough data
4.8
54
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Arnold
Arnold
V-Ray
V-Ray
Arnold and V-Ray are categorized as 3D Rendering
Unique Categories
Arnold
Arnold has no unique categories
V-Ray
V-Ray is categorized as Architectural Rendering
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Arnold
Arnold
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
58.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
25.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
16.7%
V-Ray
V-Ray
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
84.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Arnold
Arnold
Animation
33.3%
Motion Pictures and Film
8.3%
Media Production
8.3%
Marketing and Advertising
8.3%
Higher Education
8.3%
Other
33.3%
V-Ray
V-Ray
Architecture & Planning
51.2%
Design
15.3%
Animation
4.3%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Media Production
2.4%
Other
23.4%
Alternatives
Arnold
Arnold Alternatives
Blender
Blender
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KeyShot
KeyShot
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Chaos Corona
Chaos Corona
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RenderMan
RenderMan
Add RenderMan
V-Ray
V-Ray Alternatives
D5 Render
D5 Render
Add D5 Render
Blender
Blender
Add Blender
Cinema 4D
Cinema 4D
Add Cinema 4D
Lumion Pro
Lumion Pro
Add Lumion Pro
Discussions
Arnold
Arnold Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Arnold has no discussions with answers
V-Ray
V-Ray Discussions
What is V Ray used for?
1 Comment
Hamza A.
HA
Used for rendering out 3D Models and large AAA Architectural and Landscape Designs.Read more
What is V Ray for SketchUp?
1 Comment
Sagar V.
SV
Its extension/plugin for rendering workRead more
What is V-Ray used for?
1 Comment
Anupam S.
AS
Rendering and 3D visualisation.Read more