Mari
7.1#4 in 3d texturing softwareFrom $689 a yearFree planLinuxWindows
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Material Maker
6.7#7 in 3d texturing software$14.99 one-timeFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Mari | Material Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Mari is a 3D painting package for high-resolution texturing and look development in VFX, animation and games. | Material Maker is an open-source procedural materials authoring tool for creating PBR materials with node graphs and exporting them for game engines and movie assets. |
| Support | Mari users can get help through Foundry’s Support Portal or Community, and Individual Subscription customers receive support by email while their subscription is valid. | Users can report bugs or suggest features on GitHub and ask questions in the Discord server. |
Mari plans
- Studio Subscription$1,289 a year
- Quarterly Rental$949 a month
- Individual Subscription$689 a year
- Individual Subscription$86 a month
- Mari Non-commercialFree
- Mari Individual Subscription (monthly)$86 a month
Material Maker plans
- Itch.io downloadFree
- Steam$14.99, paid once
Pick Mari if…
Mari suits texture artists working in VFX, animation, or games, especially freelancers and small companies where one person needs access. Studio subscriptions are also offered for teams.
Pick Material Maker if…
Material Maker suits people creating textures and materials for 3D games or related graphics work, especially those who want node-based authoring and game-engine exports.