Bforartists
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VisitBforartists vs Terragen
What both publish
| Fact | Bforartists | Terragen |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2015 | 1999 |
| Platforms | The download page offers builds for Windows, Linux, and macOS, including an experimental Intel Mac build. | The current Terragen 4.8.64 download page offers builds for Windows 64-bit and macOS, and the product comparison lists a Linux render node. |
| Rendering | The features page describes Cycles with GPU and CPU rendering and Eevee as a real-time render engine. | The renderer combines micropolygon and ray tracing methods, is multithreaded, supports command-line execution and network rendering managers. |
| Support | The project lists a manual, tutorials, FAQ, release notes, developer documentation, and a Discord server for users. | Support is provided through licensed-user contact, forums, Discord and the documentation wiki. |
Bforartists plans
- BforartistsFree
Terragen plans
- Terragen 4 FreeFree
- Terragen 4 Professional — INDIE 50$10 a month
- Professional INDIE 50 monthly$10 a month
- Professional INDIE 100 monthly$16 a month
- Terragen 4 Professional — INDIE 100$16 a month
- Professional SMALL CO monthly$27 a month
Pick Bforartists if…
It suits hobbyists and small indie developers looking for a free desktop suite spanning several parts of a 3D art workflow. Users who rely on Blender add-ons should check the listed exceptions.
Pick Terragen if…
Terragen suits artists and visualization or visual-effects users creating natural environments, particularly those who need procedural terrain, atmosphere and animation tools. Educational licenses are available to institutions, faculty and students upon request with proof of current status.