Plasticity
Plasticity is a young commercial 3D modeller designed for industrial designers and 3D artists who want CAD-quality NURBS surfaces with a modern, Blender-like UX. Parasolid kernel.
Full Pricing Breakdown
Key Capabilities
Technical Audit
The Pros
- Fast, modern, hotkey-heavy UX
- Real Parasolid for clean STEP/IGES output
- Perpetual indie license under $200
The Cons
- Young product — feature gaps vs Rhino/Fusion 360
- No assembly / drawing modules yet
- Smaller community and plugin ecosystem
CADGuide Verdict
Final Professional Conclusion
"The most exciting new 3D CAD in years. If you wished Rhino felt more like Blender, Plasticity is for you."
Expert Q&A
?What is Plasticity used for?
New-generation 3D modeller blending the best of Rhino, Blender, and CAD — Parasolid under the hood. Plasticity is a 3D modeling solution widely adopted in Product Design, Games, Industrial Design.
?How much does Plasticity cost?
Plasticity starts at $149 per seat on a perpetual license. Volume, network, and educational tiers are typically available — contact the vendor for an enterprise quote.
?Is there a free version of Plasticity?
Plasticity is a commercial product without a free permanent tier. Most vendors offer a 15-30 day evaluation on request; verified educational seats are typically free for students.
?What operating systems does Plasticity support?
Plasticity runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
?Which file formats does Plasticity support?
Plasticity works with standard 3D modeling interchange formats including STEP, IGES, STL, and Parasolid. Check the vendor's official documentation for the complete list of supported import and export options.
?What are the best alternatives to Plasticity?
The closest alternatives within the 3D Modeling space are MoI3D, Alibre Design, ZW3D. The right fit depends on whether you prioritise file-format compatibility, geometry kernel, ecosystem of plugins, or pricing model — compare them side-by-side using the CADGuide comparison tool.
