Mari
7.1#4 in 3d texturing softwareFrom $689 a yearFree planLinuxWindows
VisitMari vs UVLayout
What both publish
| Fact | Mari | UVLayout |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1996 | 1994 |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Perth, Western Australia, Australia |
| Intended users | Mari is described as suited to freelancers and small companies when only one person needs access, while studio subscriptions offer node-locked or floating licenses for teams. | The maker says UVLayout is used by professionals in games and visual effects, hobbyists and students. |
| Purpose | Mari is a 3D painting package for high-resolution texturing and look development in VFX, animation and games. | UVLayout is a stand-alone application for creating and editing UV texture coordinates for 3D polymeshes and subdivision surfaces. |
| 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. | Support is available by email, a public forum, user and install guides, and a login for installers and license activation keys. |
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
UVLayout plans
- Student Term$35, paid once
- Student Year$100 a year
- Hobbyist$200, paid once
- Professional Dongle$330, paid once
- Professional Floating$400, 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 UVLayout if…
It suits 3D artists, game and visual-effects professionals, hobbyists, and students who need UV editing and packing. Student plans are for non-commercial individual use.