# Krita, LightWave 3D, Procreate vs Cinema 4D Comparison | | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 3.9 out of 5 | 4.9 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 64 | 29 | 72 | 136 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (79.4% of reviews) | Small-Business (78.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (80.9% of reviews) | Small-Business (72.6% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | No pricing available | No pricing available | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Krita **Not enough data** ### LightWave 3D **Not enough data** ### Procreate **Not enough data** ### Cinema 4D Pros: - Animation (3 reviews) - Animation Quality (3 reviews) Cons: - Difficult Learning (2 reviews) - Performance Issues (2 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.8 (63 reviews) | 7.6 (27 reviews) | 9.5 (50 reviews) | 9.0 (125 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 7.9 (63 reviews) | 7.4 (27 reviews) | 9.0 (51 reviews) | 8.5 (126 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.6 (9 reviews) | 8.7 (18 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (13 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 7.7 (52 reviews) | 6.9 (25 reviews) | 9.7 (23 reviews) | 8.4 (105 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (12 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.4 (63 reviews) | 6.5 (27 reviews) | 9.5 (48 reviews) | 8.5 (125 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Krita #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### LightWave 3D #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### Procreate #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### Cinema 4D #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### 3D Modeling | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Krita** | N/A | N/A | | **LightWave 3D** | N/A | N/A | | **Procreate** | N/A | N/A | | **Cinema 4D** | 8.2/10 | 35 | #### Design | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Sculpting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (29 reviews) | | **Topology** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (30 reviews) | | **Drawing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (26 reviews) | | **Brush Variety ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (19 reviews) | | **Effects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (32 reviews) | #### Move | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Animate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (32 reviews) | | **Render** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (35 reviews) | | **Views** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (33 reviews) | #### Store & Manage | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Pipeline ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (32 reviews) | | **Controls** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (34 reviews) | | **Template library ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (30 reviews) | #### Generative AI | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Architectural Rendering | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Krita** | N/A | N/A | | **LightWave 3D** | N/A | N/A | | **Procreate** | N/A | N/A | | **Cinema 4D** | 8.6/10 | 5 | #### Library | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Objects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | | **Materials** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | #### Rendering | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Textures** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | | **Shading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (5 reviews) | | **Lighting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | | **Exterior Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (5 reviews) | | **Aerial Rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | | **Atmospheric rendering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | #### Integrations | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **BIM Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (5 reviews) | | **3D Rendering Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | #### Generative AI | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### 3D Rendering | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Krita** | N/A | N/A | | **LightWave 3D** | N/A | N/A | | **Procreate** | N/A | N/A | | **Cinema 4D** | N/A | N/A | #### Generative AI | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **AI Text-to-Image** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text-to-Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Animation | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Krita** | N/A | N/A | | **LightWave 3D** | N/A | N/A | | **Procreate** | N/A | N/A | | **Cinema 4D** | N/A | N/A | #### Generative AI | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **AI Image-to-Text** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text-to-3D** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Animation | Feature | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Unique to Krita (1):** [Drawing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/drawing) **Unique to LightWave 3D (3):** [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [3D Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-rendering), [Animation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/animation) **Unique to Procreate (1):** [Drawing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/drawing) **Unique to Cinema 4D (4):** [Animation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/animation), [3D Modeling Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling), [3D Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-rendering), [Architectural Rendering Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/architectural-rendering) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Krita | LightWave 3D | Procreate | Cinema 4D | |---|---|---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 79.4% | 78.6% | 80.9% | 72.6% | | **Mid-Market** | 9.5% | 14.3% | 11.8% | 14.8% | | **Enterprise** | 11.1% | 7.1% | 7.4% | 12.6% | ### By Industry #### Krita - **Graphic Design:** 19.0% - **Design:** 15.9% - **Internet:** 11.1% - **Arts and Crafts:** 9.5% - **Computer Networking:** 4.8% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 4.8% - **Media Production:** 3.2% - **Information Technology and Services:** 3.2% - **Higher Education:** 3.2% - **Computer Software:** 3.2% - **Other:** 22.2% #### LightWave 3D - **Animation:** 32.1% - **Design:** 14.3% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 7.1% - **Graphic Design:** 7.1% - **Publishing:** 3.6% - **Newspapers:** 3.6% - **Media Production:** 3.6% - **Management Consulting:** 3.6% - **Machinery:** 3.6% - **Information Technology and Services:** 3.6% - **Other:** 17.9% #### Procreate - **Graphic Design:** 36.2% - **Arts and Crafts:** 14.5% - **Design:** 8.7% - **Fine Art:** 8.7% - **Higher Education:** 4.3% - **Architecture & Planning:** 2.9% - **Primary/Secondary Education:** 2.9% - **Media Production:** 2.9% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 2.9% - **Animation:** 1.4% - **Other:** 14.5% #### Cinema 4D - **Design:** 21.3% - **Animation:** 11.8% - **Graphic Design:** 10.3% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.8% - **Media Production:** 7.4% - **Entertainment:** 4.4% - **Architecture & Planning:** 3.7% - **Broadcast Media:** 3.7% - **Information Technology and Services:** 2.9% - **Computer Games:** 2.9% - **Other:** 22.8% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Krita - [GIMP](https://www.g2.com/products/gimp/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (1484 reviews) - [Sketchbook](https://www.g2.com/products/sketchbook/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (177 reviews) - [ArtRage](https://www.g2.com/products/artrage/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (73 reviews) - [PaintTool SAI](https://www.g2.com/products/painttool-sai/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (61 reviews) - [Painter](https://www.g2.com/products/painter/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (59 reviews) - [Clip Studio Paint](https://www.g2.com/products/clip-studio-paint/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (55 reviews) - [MyPaint](https://www.g2.com/products/mypaint/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (38 reviews) - [Adobe Fresco](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-fresco/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (34 reviews) - [Epic 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Krita?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-we-create-a-custom-font-set-using-krita) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "It's very difficult to create a custom Font and Krita isn't the best option to do it. Try with a Vector software like Adobe Illustrator (or Affinity..." - Title: [Is there a way to automate actions?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-a-way-to-automate-actions) — 2 comments, 2 upvotes > **Top comment:** "There's no native tool for creating actions in Krita. About any external tool I'm not aware if there's any." - Title: [How can we create font set using Krita?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/13378-how-can-we-create-font-set-using-krita) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Hi! As far as I know it is not possible creating font sets in Krita. This is a complex task and an specific software is needed. You can use the well-know..." - Title: [Is Krita a good art program?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-krita-a-good-art-program) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Anime, cartoons, print on demand, wall art, book illustration, fabric design, you could go on and on. It is fantastic, especially for artists who work in..." ### LightWave 3D No discussions available for this product. ### Procreate - Title: [What are the tools on Procreate?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-tools-on-procreate) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Illustration and graphics for product configuration" - Title: [What are the features of Procreate?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-features-of-procreate) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "With procreate you can create almost any kind of artwork from paintings to animations. Individual projects can be organized into stacked groups. Within a..." - Title: [Can I download a brush set without leaving the App?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31522-can-i-download-a-brush-set-without-leaving-the-app) — 1 comment, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "If you have the brush set in your downloads on your iPad, you can open it in the brush drop down menu while Procreate is open. If you want to keep it open..." - Title: [Do you use Procreate to develop vector artwork? If so what is your workflow like for that?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/29893-do-you-use-procreate-to-develop-vector-artwork-if-so-what-is-your-workflow-like-for-that) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Unfortunately, Procreate is a pixel-based app, so it's not possible to create vector art within it. Anytime I've needed something vectorized, I usually do..." ### Cinema 4D - Title: [how i use this app?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31247-how-i-use-this-app) — 2 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "how i download this? " - Title: [LIGHT OF THE LORD](https://www.g2.com/discussions/31720-light-of-the-lord) — 1 comment, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "MEDIA " --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/krita-vs-lightwave-3d-vs-procreate-vs-cinema-4d)