--- title: ZBrush Reviews meta\_title: 'ZBrush Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 104 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how ZBrush works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.7 review\_count: 104 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: 3D Design url: https://www.g2.com/categories/3d-design --- # ZBrush Reviews & Product Details Claimed ###### Profile Status This profile is currently managed by ZBrush but has limited features. Are you part of the ZBrush team? [Upgrade your plan](https://sell.g2.com) to enhance your branding and engage with visitors to your profile! ZBrush is a digital sculpting and painting program that has revolutionized the 3D industry with its powerful features and intuitive workflows. Built within an elegant interface, ZBrush offers the world’s most advanced tools for today’s digital artists. With an arsenal of features that have been developed with usability in mind, ZBrush creates a user experience that feels incredibly natural while simultaneously inspiring the artist within. With the ability to sculpt up to a billion polygons, ZBrush allows you to create limited only by your imagination. Designed around a principle of circularity, the menus in ZBrush work together in a non-linear and mode-free method. ZBrush gives you all of the tools needed to quickly sketch out a 2D or 3D concept and then take that idea all the way to completion. You can create realistic renders directly in ZBrush with lighting and atmospheric effects. With the many powerful export options, you can easily prepare your model for 3D printing or use within any other digital application. Because ZBrush users are enabled by its powerful software processing, you can sculpt and paint with millions of polygons without having to worry about purchasing expensive graphics cards. It is for this reason why ZBrush is used by everyone from art enthusiast to major film and games studios. Leave technical hurdles and steep learning curves behind, as you sculpt and paint with familiar brushes and tools. * * * Seller [MAXON](https://www.g2.com/sellers/maxon) Discussions [ZBrush Community](https://www.g2.com/products/zbrush/discuss) Languages Supported German, English, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Overview by Thomas Roussel (Marketing Director | 3D Specialist at Pixologic) Show More ## Value at a Glance Averages based on real user reviews. ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/zbrush/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![3D Coat](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "3D Coat") 3D Coat 4.3/5(21) ](https://www.g2.com/products/3d-coat/reviews) [ ![Blender](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Blender") Blender 4.6/5(319) ](https://www.g2.com/products/blender/reviews) [ ![3ds Max Design](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "3ds Max Design") 3ds Max Design 4.3/5(284) ](https://www.g2.com/products/3ds-max-design/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/zbrush/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 104 real user reviews. Perceived Cost $$$$$ [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ## ZBrush Integrations (2) What do users say about integrations? Integration information sourced from real user reviews. [ ![Product Avatar Image](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Product Avatar Image") Autodesk 3ds Max ](https://www.g2.com/products/autodesk-3ds-max/reviews)[ ![Product Avatar Image](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Product Avatar Image") Unreal Engine ](https://www.g2.com/products/unreal-engine/reviews) Show More ![♠ Äñkµr G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "♠ Äñkµr G.") ♠G ♠ Äñkµr G. 3D modeling and texturing Artist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/26/2026 "ZBrush – Where Unlimited Detail Meets Pure Creative Freedom" 4.5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? What I like best about ZBrush is its unmatched ability to handle millions of polygons effortlessly while giving me total creative freedom to sculpt ultra-detailed characters, creatures, and hard-surface models with the precision, flexibility, and natural feel of working with real clay—without any technical limitations slowing down my imagination. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? What I dislike about ZBrush is its outdated and unintuitive interface, which feels confusing and inconsistent compared to other 3D software, making the learning curve steeper than it should be and slowing down new users before they can fully unlock its powerful sculpting capabilities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? ZBrush solves the problem of creating extremely high-detail 3D models without performance limitations, allowing me to sculpt millions of polygons smoothly, experiment freely with forms using tools like Dynamesh, and focus purely on creativity instead of worrying about topology or system lag—ultimately speeding up my workflow and helping me produce production-ready characters and assets more efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic Review from User Profile ![Genaro S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Genaro S.") GS Genaro S. Graphic designer and animator. Design Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/27/2026 "Zbrush; one of the best sculpting softwares." 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? It is one of the best sculpting software options on the market. You can use any type of image to create a sculpture using a variety of methods. Its ZRemodeler tool is very useful, offering many options to model objects in various file formats (OBJ, FBX, etc.). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? Its bevel option for the ZRemodeler option is very limited; it's very tricky and its UV master is very simple for hard surfaces. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? I gain total artistic freedom. I can experiment rapidly with shapes and silhouettes using various methods, making the creative process faster and more intuitive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: Organic ![Brandon L.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Brandon L.") BL Brandon L. Intermediate Analyst Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 9/16/2025 "My personal experiences with Zbrush" 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? Its very robust. You can achieve a lot of detail when it comes to refining existing 3D assets and touching up older assets as well. Once you become comfortable with the interface and the different brush types, its very easy to use. On top of that, the workflow integration is very simple and straightforward. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? There's a learning curve involved, which should be apparent upfront. You should be at least a little bit familiar with 3D modeling fundamentals. Even if you just jump in by the seat of your pants, that's fine, but don't expect overnight mastery. Temper your expectations out of what you want from it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? Its allowing for me to achieve more in-depth detailing for 3D models, which is super-useful, especially for models that deserve that extra bump in quality. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Gb C.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gb C.") GC Gb C. Freelance Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/12/2026 "Best-in-Class Sculpting with Zbrush—Reliable and Fun to Use" 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? Best for Sculpting anything I love doing work on Zbrush Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? Nothing I love doing work on Zbrush its Reliable Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? Easy to use, and it helps me make anything. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Thank You page ![Verified User in Graphic Design](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Graphic Design") UG Verified User in Graphic Design Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 10/8/2024 "Model with Clay Digitally!" 4.5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? Being able to tone down resolutions to make major adjustments then upres the model to fine tune everything, you can then go back and forth between very high res and low res models making tweaks and adjustments throughout. It is easy to use and should be a tool every 3D artist can trust frequently as an aid in modelling and texturing their models. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? It is only mainly for modelling - I wish it had a rigging system not just the ZSpheres that it currently supports Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? Expedites the time it would have taken to model, modify or adjust high resolution models Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film") UM Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 11/27/2023 "Software which makes you enjoy making art" 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? The best thing about Zbrush other that its the best sculpting software out there period, other software may allow you to sculpt but the ecperience which zbrush provides is unparalleled Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? It can be a litttle tricky to get used to initially but it gets easier as youy keep using the software, some important features can be improved Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? Sculpting made easy and intuitive also is one of the most common software in the industry, so once you learn it you can use it multiple fields 3d print, film, games etc Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic Review from User Profile ![Muhammad A.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Muhammad A.") MA Muhammad A. Freelance 3D Artist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 1/21/2023 "Zbrush, Sculpting best software ever." 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? One of the best things about ZBrush is its ability to sculpt and shape high-resolution models with great precision and control. It also has a wide range of tools and features, such as the ability to sculpt in 3D, use dynamic topology, and create detailed textures and materials. Additionally, it has a user-friendly interface and is widely used in the entertainment and gaming industries for character and environment design. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? One potential downside of ZBrush is that it has a steep learning curve and can take some time to master all of its features and tools. Additionally, it can be resource-intensive and may require a high-performance computer to run smoothly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? One of the main benefits of using ZBrush is the ability to sculpt and shape models with great precision and control, making it possible to create highly detailed and realistic models. The software also has a wide range of tools and features, such as the ability to sculpt in 3D, use dynamic topology, and create detailed textures and materials. Additionally, it has a user-friendly interface, which makes it easy to navigate and use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite GP Georgia P. Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 6/9/2023 "ZBrush" 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? ZBrush provides compatibility with other 3D software, allowing for seamless integration into existing workflows. It supports various file formats for importing and exporting models, making it compatible with industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, and Adobe Photoshop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? ZBrush has its own unique interface layout and naming conventions for tools and features. This can make it challenging for users accustomed to other 3D software to transition and adapt to ZBrush's specific terminology and workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? ZBrush's ability to work with high-resolution models makes it a valuable tool for 3D printing and digital manufacturing. Artists can create intricate and complex models with precise details, ready for fabrication through various additive manufacturing processes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Andrew M.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Andrew M.") AM Andrew M. Asset Artist Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 10/12/2023 "Great software to use with Maya" 5/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? The tools available to sculpt with make this a great software for sculpting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? Not a huge fan of the interface. It could be simplified a little. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? N8ne tgat I can think of off the top of my head. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Himanshu A.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Himanshu A.") HA Himanshu A. senior 3d character artist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 10/17/2022 "amazing output with easy customization" 4/5 What do you like best about ZBrush? The best thing about ZBrush is that it helps me build my imagination into reality, with the easy use interface setup helping me understand the placement of the tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about ZBrush? Its quicksave option sometimes is very annoying even though trying to change the timing of the quick save does not help in any circumstances. It keeps on holding automaticaly due the which the workflow breaks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is ZBrush solving and how is that benefiting you? It helps with building the 2D and character art concepts into 3d and making them more accessible in the blocking stage to model the gaming accessories more efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ## Questions about ZBrush? Ask real users or explore answers from the community Get practical answers, real workflows, and honest pros and cons from the G2 community or share your insights. [ Ask about ZBrush ](https://www.g2.com/products/zbrush/discussions/new) ![Gustavo S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gustavo S.") GS Gustavo Souto • Last activity over 3 years ago In The near futuro, Will you upgrade the rendering options and camera controls? 1 Upvote 1 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/in-the-near-futuro-will-you-upgrade-the-rendering-options-and-camera-controls) GU Guest User How has ZBrush supported your 3D modeling work, and what advice would you give to new users? 0 Upvotes 0 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-has-zbrush-supported-your-3d-modeling-work-and-what-advice-would-you-give-to-new-users) [ View all Discussions ](https://www.g2.com/products/zbrush/discuss) ##### Pricing Pricing details for this product isn’t currently available. Visit the vendor’s website to learn more. 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