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Compare V-Ray and ZBrush 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Seats
No pricing available
V-Ray
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 plansZBrush
Star Rating
(101)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ZBrushSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that ZBrush excels in its ability to handle complex 3D assets, allowing users to achieve incredible detail when refining existing models. Users appreciate the software's optimization, noting that it can manage millions of polygons without performance issues, making it a robust choice for detailed work.
- Users say V-Ray stands out for its real-time rendering capabilities, which have been enhanced in recent updates. The software's Vision options allow for instant visibility of lighting and material changes, making it a favorite among those in architectural and interior design visualization.
- Reviewers mention that ZBrush offers an intuitive interface that becomes easier to navigate once users familiarize themselves with its various brush types. This ease of use is highlighted by the ability to switch between high and low-resolution models seamlessly, which is particularly beneficial for making adjustments during the creative process.
- According to verified reviews, V-Ray is praised for its speed and reliability, especially in rendering marketing images and animations. Users appreciate the robust ecosystem it offers, which includes integration with Vantage, enhancing the overall rendering experience.
- G2 reviewers note that while ZBrush has a higher satisfaction score, it has fewer recent reviews compared to V-Ray, which may indicate a more stable user base. This could suggest that ZBrush users are more consistently satisfied, but the lack of recent feedback may also imply less ongoing development or user engagement.
- Users highlight that V-Ray, despite its slightly lower satisfaction rating, benefits from a larger number of reviews, indicating a broader user experience. This extensive feedback helps potential buyers gauge its reliability and effectiveness across various use cases, particularly in professional settings.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
V-Ray
Free Trial
Free Trial
1 Seats
Free 14-day trial
- Fixed license on one computer
- Includes all V-Ray integrations
- Includes support
ZBrush
No pricing availableFree Trial
V-Ray
Free Trial is available
ZBrush
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
190
9.2
97
Ease of Use
7.1
195
6.6
97
Ease of Setup
8.5
134
9.7
5
Ease of Admin
8.2
24
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.0
175
8.4
83
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
25
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
189
9.0
92
Features by Category
Design
Not enough data
9.6
28
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
7.2
25
Not enough data
9.2
27
Not enough data
7.0
23
Move
Not enough data
4.5
22
Not enough data
6.6
25
Not enough data
8.4
27
Store & Manage
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.1
27
Not enough data
8.2
27
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
Not enough data
9.6
13
Not enough data
9.5
13
Not enough data
7.1
12
Detail
Not enough data
9.9
13
Not enough data
9.4
11
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
6.7
12
Not enough data
6.7
13
Logistics
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
8.5
13
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Library
7.6
120
Not enough data
8.0
120
Not enough data
Rendering
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
Not enough data
Integrations
7.0
109
Not enough data
8.2
119
Not enough data
Generative AI
4.9
68
Not enough data
Generative AI
4.8
54
Not enough data
4.4
54
Not enough data
4.5
55
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
V-Ray and ZBrush are categorized as 3D Rendering
Unique Categories
V-Ray is categorized as Architectural Rendering
ZBrush is categorized as 3D Painting and 3D Modeling
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
V-Ray
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
ZBrush
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
Architecture & Planning
51.2%
Design
15.3%
Animation
4.3%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Media Production
2.4%
Other
23.4%
Computer Games
17.0%
Animation
16.0%
Design
11.0%
Entertainment
9.0%
Motion Pictures and Film
5.0%
Other
42.0%
Discussions
What is V Ray used for?
1 Comment
HA
Used for rendering out 3D Models and large AAA Architectural and Landscape Designs.Read more
Is there a way to have a 3D sculpt that has been converted to an image file?
1 Comment
AM
Hey Shariece,
Thanks for the question.
I'm having a little bit of trouble figuring out what your question is asking, I'm going to assume this is the...Read more
In The near futuro, Will you upgrade the rendering options and camera controls?
1 Comment
MA
yesRead more
What can ZBrush be used for?
1 Comment
AV
Digital sculpture and modeling to be use animation, print or games. Read more
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