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At a Glance
Maya
Maya
Star Rating
(265)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder
Star Rating
(17)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about MotionBuilder
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Reviews say that Maya excels in sculpting and topology, with a score of 7.4 and 8.6 respectively, making it a preferred choice for users focused on detailed character modeling. In contrast, MotionBuilder does not emphasize these features as strongly, which may limit its appeal for sculpting-intensive projects.
  • Users report that Maya's animation capabilities are robust, scoring a perfect 9.0 in animate and render, which reviewers mention is crucial for creating high-quality animations. MotionBuilder, while also strong in animation, does not match this level of performance, indicating that Maya may be the better option for animation-heavy workflows.
  • G2 users highlight that Maya's ease of setup and administration scores are notably high at 8.6 and 8.5, respectively, suggesting a smoother onboarding experience. In contrast, MotionBuilder lacks specific ratings in these areas, which could lead to a more challenging setup process for new users.
  • Reviewers mention that the quality of support for MotionBuilder is rated higher at 8.1 compared to Maya's 7.7, indicating that users may find more responsive assistance when using MotionBuilder, which can be a significant factor for teams needing reliable support.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Maya's pipeline management scores 8.8, showcasing its strong capabilities in managing workflows and assets. MotionBuilder, while effective, does not provide the same level of pipeline integration, which could hinder collaborative projects.
  • Users say that both products have generative AI features, but Maya's AI Text-to-3D scoring 7.9 is notably higher than MotionBuilder's 7.1, suggesting that Maya may offer more advanced tools for users looking to leverage AI in their creative processes.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Maya
No pricing available
MotionBuilder
No pricing available
Free Trial
Maya
No trial information available
MotionBuilder
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
226
8.3
13
Ease of Use
7.0
226
6.8
13
Ease of Setup
8.7
33
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.5
25
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.8
198
8.1
9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
27
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
221
8.2
13
Features by Category
8.0
98
Not enough data
Design
7.5
89
Not enough data
8.7
88
Not enough data
7.0
83
Not enough data
7.2
84
Not enough data
8.3
86
Not enough data
Move
9.1
86
Not enough data
9.1
89
Not enough data
8.7
86
Not enough data
Store & Manage
8.8
87
Not enough data
8.5
85
Not enough data
7.3
81
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
40
Not enough data
7.1
41
Not enough data
6.7
32
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
29
Not enough data
6.4
29
Not enough data
7.1
30
Not enough data
7.4
41
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
36
Not enough data
7.9
38
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Animation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Maya
Maya
MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder
Maya and MotionBuilder are categorized as Animation
Unique Categories
Maya
Maya is categorized as 3D Modeling, 3D Rendering, and VR Game Engine
MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Maya
Maya
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
61.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
23.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.2%
MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
73.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
13.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Maya
Maya
Animation
16.7%
Computer Games
12.8%
Motion Pictures and Film
7.0%
Design
7.0%
Entertainment
6.2%
Other
50.2%
MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder
Animation
33.3%
Information Technology and Services
13.3%
Education Management
13.3%
Computer Games
13.3%
Printing
6.7%
Other
20.0%
Alternatives
Maya
Maya Alternatives
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Modo
Modo
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MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder Alternatives
Blender
Blender
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iClone
iClone
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Cinema 4D
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Unity
Unity
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Discussions
Maya
Maya Discussions
Is Maya free to use?
6 Comments
Mehul P.
MP
no, he give 30 day trialRead more
What is the best way to use Maya for Web App Games
2 Comments
Валерий .
В
Maya is a powerful tool for modeling and most of the other tasks. But for modeling for web engine you mostly need to know restrictions you need to fit so...Read more
How do I easily master Maya? Some tips please.
2 Comments
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MotionBuilder
MotionBuilder Discussions
What is motion capture software?
1 Comment
Amber C.
AC
Capturing and recording the real time movement of an actual human while also being able to tweak and edit the flow of the recordings in the software.Read more
Is MotionBuilder free for students?
1 Comment
Amber C.
AC
Yes, Autodesk has a free educational license for students to use their software.Read more
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MotionBuilder has no more discussions with answers