Autodesk Maya — Linux alternatives

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Maya is Autodesk's professional 3D animation, modeling and rendering software used heavily in film and games.

Looking to leave Windows behind without losing what Autodesk Maya does for you? Below are 3 Linux alternatives in the Graphics category, ranked by community votes so you can quickly compare which one fits your workflow best.

Category: Graphics Platform: Windows

3 Linux alternatives to Autodesk Maya

Blender

Blender is a free, open-source 3D creation suite for modeling, animation, rendering, VFX and video editing.

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50% match

K-3D

K-3D is a free, open-source 3D modeling and animation application with a node-based procedural workflow.

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38% match

Autodesk Maya

Maya, Autodesk's 3D animation software, is also available as a native Linux build, common in film/VFX studios.

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13% match

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Linux alternative to Autodesk Maya?

Based on community votes, Blender is currently the top-rated Linux alternative to Autodesk Maya on Linux Alternative.com.

Does Autodesk Maya run natively on Linux?

Autodesk Maya does not have a native Linux build. Instead, you can switch to one of the 3 free Linux alternatives listed on this page.

Are the Linux alternatives to Autodesk Maya free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check each program's own download page for exact licensing terms.