BlenRig
5.9#20 in 3d rigging softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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Contour Rig Tools
7.4#3 in 3d rigging softwareFrom $40 a monthFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | BlenRig | Contour Rig Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Game engine workflow | The maker describes Fredegund as rigged with techniques compatible with game engines. | Contour can drive conventional Maya joints for game engine export. |
| Purpose | BlenRig is an auto-rigging and skinning system for Blender that provides a feature-film-quality rig with an advanced facial system. | Contour Rig Tools is a spline-based rigging system for Autodesk Maya. |
| Support | The README lists a Discord community and the creator’s YouTube channel as contact and resource links. | Product support is provided by email at [email protected]. |
BlenRig plans
- BlenRigFree
Contour Rig Tools plans
- Animator ModeFree
- Rigger Mode — twelve months$40 a month
- Rigger Mode — six months$45 a month
- Rigger Mode — one month$50 a month
Pick BlenRig if…
BlenRig suits Blender users rigging and skinning biped characters, including those who want automated weighting and guides in the rigging workflow. It is not currently described as supporting non-biped characters.
Pick Contour Rig Tools if…
It is intended for Maya riggers and technical directors working on animation production, as well as animators using existing Contour rigs. Check the stated Maya-version exclusions and license requirements against your workflow.