Uploaded September 2021 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
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We have cheaper alternative to costly commercial 3d licenses for the most used 3d applications, they are called "Indie" licenses. They allow in the most part to do exactly the same but obviously they have some restrictions.
On this video we will see 3ds Max, Maya, Houdini Indie licenses. What are the differences between them, the similarities, when you can use them, when you can not use them and how much they cost.
I will provide examples, and I hope this help people understand better this type of licenses.
All the information provided on this video is extracted from their respective webpages, and as well I mail the companies directly to get a better overview of the restrictions. But if you have any question involving your specific use of a license, always make your own research to be sure you are using the software without breaking any rule.
Links with indie information:
3dsMax Indie: makeanything.autodesk.com/3dsmax-indie
Maya Indie: makeanything.autodesk.com/maya-indie
3dsMax / Maya FAQ webpage: makeanything.autodesk.com/me-indie-faq-usa
Houdini Indie: sidefx.com/products/houdini/houdini-indie
Houdini EULA: sidefx.com/legal/license-agreement
musicby Sakura HZ : Chill
soundcloud.com/sakurahertz/royalty-free-music-chill?fbclid=IwAR3LYAVqQN1E8yGOIVpJNevnHpoTqP-ui2oVRTVXwW_z_pS07FsVcU4hiKE
Exclusive content on my patreon: patreon.com/EloiAndaluz
My webpage: andvfx.com
We have cheaper alternative to costly commercial 3d licenses for the most used 3d applications, they are called "Indie" licenses. They allow in the most part to do exactly the same but obviously they have some restrictions.
On this video we will see 3ds Max, Maya, Houdini Indie licenses. What are the differences between them, the similarities, when you can use them, when you can not use them and how much they cost.
I will provide examples, and I hope this help people understand better this type of licenses.
All the information provided on this video is extracted from their respective webpages, and as well I mail the companies directly to get a better overview of the restrictions. But if you have any question involving your specific use of a license, always make your own research to be sure you are using the software without breaking any rule.
Links with indie information:
3dsMax Indie: makeanything.autodesk.com/3dsmax-indie
Maya Indie: makeanything.autodesk.com/maya-indie
3dsMax / Maya FAQ webpage: makeanything.autodesk.com/me-indie-faq-usa
Houdini Indie: sidefx.com/products/houdini/houdini-indie
Houdini EULA: sidefx.com/legal/license-agreement
musicby Sakura HZ : Chill
soundcloud.com/sakurahertz/royalty-free-music-chill?fbclid=IwAR3LYAVqQN1E8yGOIVpJNevnHpoTqP-ui2oVRTVXwW_z_pS07FsVcU4hiKE
