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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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Poser
Poser
Star Rating
(13)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Poser
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Maya excels in animation and rendering capabilities, with a high score of 9.0 in both areas, making it a preferred choice for professionals focused on high-quality outputs. In contrast, Poser, while still competent, does not match this level of performance.
  • Reviewers mention that Maya's sculpting and topology features are robust, scoring 7.4 and 8.6 respectively, which are essential for detailed character modeling. Poser, however, lacks in this area, leading to a less favorable experience for users who prioritize intricate designs.
  • G2 users highlight that Maya has a more extensive template library, scoring 7.3, which aids in streamlining workflows. Poser's limited library can hinder users looking for quick-start options or inspiration.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Maya's product direction is viewed positively at 8.1, suggesting a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Conversely, Poser's lower score of 4.7 raises concerns about its future development and support.
  • Reviewers mention that while both products have a decent quality of support, Poser edges out with a score of 8.0 compared to Maya's 7.7, indicating that users may find more responsive assistance when using Poser.
  • Users say that Maya's ease of use is rated at 7.0, which some find challenging, especially for beginners. In contrast, Poser's higher score of 7.7 suggests a more user-friendly interface, making it more accessible for those new to 3D modeling.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Maya
No pricing available
Poser
No pricing available
Free Trial
Maya
No trial information available
Poser
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
226
8.5
9
Ease of Use
7.0
226
7.7
11
Ease of Setup
8.7
33
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.5
25
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.8
198
8.0
5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
27
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.1
221
4.7
11
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
Poser
Poser
Maya and Poser are categorized as 3D Modeling
Unique Categories
Maya
Maya is categorized as Animation, 3D Rendering, and VR Game Engine
Poser
Poser 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%
Poser
Poser
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
91.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
8.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
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%
Poser
Poser
Design
33.3%
Graphic Design
16.7%
Arts and Crafts
16.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.3%
Internet
8.3%
Other
16.7%
Alternatives
Maya
Maya Alternatives
Unity
Unity
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Blender
Blender
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Cinema 4D
Cinema 4D
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Modo
Modo
Add Modo
Poser
Poser Alternatives
Blender
Blender
Add Blender
MakeHuman
MakeHuman
Add MakeHuman
ZBrush
ZBrush
Add ZBrush
3ds Max Design
3ds Max Design
Add 3ds Max Design
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
GK
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Poser
Poser Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Poser has no discussions with answers