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Head-to-head · 3D Asset Libraries

TurboSquid vs CGTrader

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score TurboSquid #1 in 3D Asset Libraries 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 2 features Visit TurboSquid
CGTrader #2 in 3D Asset Libraries 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 2 features Visit CGTrader

TurboSquid leads on 0 checks, CGTrader on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreTurboSquid · 9.2/10
  • Free planonly TurboSquid

TurboSquid scores higher on our rubric for 3d asset libraries: 9.2 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #2.

TurboSquid is the better fit for large catalog of commercial 3D models. CGTrader is the better fit for curated libraries and marketplace breadth.

  • TurboSquid fits best

    Large catalog of commercial 3D models

  • CGTrader fits best

    Curated libraries and marketplace breadth

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Side by side

Feature TurboSquid 9.2/10 Visit ↗ CGTrader 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 9.1
Ranking #1 in 3D Asset Libraries #2 in 3D Asset Libraries
Best for Large catalog of commercial 3D models Curated libraries and marketplace breadth
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price Free plan $9.99/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features TurboSquid 1/2 · CGTrader 1/2
Commercial license ✓ ✓
API access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
License scope Commercial Not checked yet
Asset types 3D models, textures, plug-ins animated, rigged, PBR, low poly, 3D print models, textures, PBR textures, scripts and plugins, scanned, VR models
Download formats OBJ, FBX, 3ds Max, Blender, Maya, Cinema 4D, 3DS, DXF, STL BLEND, OBJ, MTL, STL, FBX, MAX, C4D, MA, MB, GLTF, GLB, UASSET, UNITYPACKAGE, PREFAB, DAE, DXF, IGES, STEP
Included downloads Not checked yet 25 /mo
Team seats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Large catalog of free and premium 3D models
  • Supports native and exchange formats including OBJ and FBX
  • Corporate accounts, enhanced licenses, and 24/7 support
  • Covers animated, rigged, PBR, scanned, VR, and 3D-print-ready assets
  • Supports formats including BLEND, OBJ, FBX, GLB, STL, and UNITYPACKAGE
  • Offers free models, curated subscriptions, selling tools, and business purchasing
Cons
  • Purchases are made per asset rather than through subscription plans
  • License terms and commercial permissions vary by asset
  • Selected models carry editorial-use restrictions
  • Marketplace products can have different license types and restrictions
  • Subscription plans state a 12-month commitment despite monthly displayed prices
  • Web access may not suit teams seeking a native desktop application
Our verdict

TurboSquid is an online marketplace for downloadable 3D models, textures, and plug-ins. It serves creative teams and individual professionals working in games, film, architecture, advertising, product design, AR/VR, and related workflows.…

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CGTrader is a web-based marketplace for downloadable 3D models, textures, scripts and plugins, scanned assets, VR content, and 3D-print-ready files. It is aimed at designers, artists, developers, visualization teams, game creators,…

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  1. TurboSquid3D Asset Libraries 9.2Free plan
  2. CGTrader3D Asset Libraries 9.1Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • TurboSquid — where it wins

    • Large catalog of free and premium 3D models
    • Supports native and exchange formats including OBJ and FBX
    • Corporate accounts, enhanced licenses, and 24/7 support

    Where it doesn't

    • Purchases are made per asset rather than through subscription plans
    • License terms and commercial permissions vary by asset
    • Selected models carry editorial-use restrictions

  • CGTrader — where it wins

    • Covers animated, rigged, PBR, scanned, VR, and 3D-print-ready assets
    • Supports formats including BLEND, OBJ, FBX, GLB, STL, and UNITYPACKAGE
    • Offers free models, curated subscriptions, selling tools, and business purchasing

    Where it doesn't

    • Marketplace products can have different license types and restrictions
    • Subscription plans state a 12-month commitment despite monthly displayed prices
    • Web access may not suit teams seeking a native desktop application

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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