Contour Rig Tools
7.4#3 in 3d rigging softwareFrom $40 a monthFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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Rapid Rig: Modular
5.8#23 in 3d rigging software$199 one-timemacOSWindows
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| Fact | Contour Rig Tools | Rapid Rig: Modular |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Contour Rig Tools is a spline-based rigging system for Autodesk Maya. | Rapid Rig: Modular is an auto-rigger for Autodesk Maya that assembles separate modules such as arms, legs, heads, splines, and chains into rigs for many kinds of creatures. |
| Support | Product support is provided by email at [email protected]. | The maker asks users to report issues or requests and says it will address them as quickly as possible; the site also provides tutorials and a product community group. |
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
Rapid Rig: Modular plans
- RR: Modular 3 - Single User$199, paid once
- RR: Modular 3 - Education License$599, paid once
- RR: Modular 3 - Studio Site License$799, paid once
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.
Pick Rapid Rig: Modular if…
It suits Maya users building rigs for varied living characters, including non-standard bipeds. It is also aimed at education sites and studios needing site licenses.