# Autodesk Maya vs Cinema 4D — Fit & Features

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Author: Sandeep (https://trutool.co/authors/sandeep)

Compare Autodesk Maya and Cinema 4D by use case, features, limitations, and evaluation questions.

## Compare fit, features, and limitations

### Autodesk Maya
3D animation and visual effects.
Best fit: 3D artists and game developers considering Autodesk Maya for this job: 3D animation and visual effects.
- 3D animation and visual effects
Before you choose: Test pipeline compatibility, rendering, asset licensing, target platforms, and project portability in the exact plan you intend to use.
Pricing: https://www.autodesk.com/products/maya/overview
- [Read Autodesk Maya profile](https://trutool.co/tools/autodesk-maya): Read Autodesk Maya profile

### Cinema 4D
3D modelling and animation.
Best fit: 3D artists and game developers considering Cinema 4D for this job: 3D modelling and animation.
- 3D modelling and animation
Before you choose: Test pipeline compatibility, rendering, asset licensing, target platforms, and project portability in the exact plan you intend to use.
Pricing: https://www.maxon.net/cinema-4d
- [Read Cinema 4D profile](https://trutool.co/tools/cinema-4d): Read Cinema 4D profile