# What is the difference between 3ds Max and 3ds Max Design?

What is the difference between 3ds Max and 3ds Max Design?

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- Posted at: over 3 years ago
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## Comments
### Comment 1

3ds Max Design version has an additional module for lighting analysis (Exposure) useful for architects, and - unlike the Max version - it does not include the Software Development Kit (SDK) for 3rd party developers.

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- Posted at: about 3 years ago
- Author title: Project Manager: Civil & Environmental Engineering




## Related Product
[3ds Max Design](https://www.g2.com/products/3ds-max-design/reviews)

## Related Category
[3D Modeling](https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-modeling)

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