G2 Vendor Directory

Substance Designer vs. Maya

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricSubstance Designer

by Adobe

Maya

by Autodesk

Overall rating4.54.3
Review count56266
Ease of use8.07.4
Ease of setup8.68.9
Quality of support8.98.1
Meets requirements8.98.9
NPS67.27272750.965251
Small Business71.4%61.5%
Mid-Market25.0%23.4%
Enterprise3.6%15.1%
Total page views90733
Total LLM citations1343,698

Substance Designer

Substance Designer is a node-based non-destructive application for creating materials. Edit complete texture sets fast with the non-linear workflow and see your changes apply simultaneously to all your outputs. Unleash the power of Substance Designer and focus on what really matters: your art.

Pros

  • Material Quality
  • Accuracy
  • Open-Source Software
  • Modeling
  • Texturing
  • Ease of Use

Maya

Autodesk Maya is a comprehensive 3D computer graphics application designed for professionals in the film, television, and gaming industries. It offers a robust suite of tools for modeling, animation, simulation, and rendering, enabling the creation of intricate 3D assets and dynamic visual effects. Key Features and Functionality: - Modeling: Supports NURBS, polygons, and subdivision surfaces, providing flexibility in creating detailed 3D models. - Animation: Offers advanced character animation tools, including rigging and keyframe animation, facilitating lifelike movements.

Pros

  • 3D Modeling
  • Ease of Use
  • Features