--- description: Learn how Maya can help your business. GetApp provides users in South Africa with the most detailed information on software tools, prices and features. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: Maya Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [3D CAD Software](/directory/1433/3d-cad/software) > [Maya](/software/2051550/maya) # Maya Canonical: https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2051550/maya Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2051550/maya?page=2) > Maya is a powerful 3D animation and character design software that has been helping filmmakers, artists, and 3-D professionals create interactive virtual worlds, complex character models, and eye-catching effects and animations. Use Maya to create interactive 3D graphics and animation. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 38 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 38 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Autodesk - **Location**: San Rafael, US - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$215,00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: $1,700 - Annually $4590 - Every 3 year - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000 - **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - 2D Drawing - 3D Modeling - API - Animation - Animations & Transitions - Content Library - Drag & Drop - Media Import - Rendering - Search - Text Overlay - Video Content - Video Editing ## Integrations (7 total) - Amazon Redshift - Daz Studio - Houdini - OctaneRender - RenderMan - SyncSketch - V-Ray ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum ## Category - [3D CAD Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/1433/3d-cad/software) ## Related Categories - [3D CAD Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/1433/3d-cad/software) - [Animation Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/3780/animation/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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And the program crashes often its anoying without saving the work u have done. ----- ### "Great tool for 3D modellers" — 5.0/5 > **Yogesh** | *09 January 2025* | Computer Games | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10 > > **Pros**: 3D modelling, UV \& robust retopology tools. Integrated features like Xgen and arnold renderer. > > **Cons**: Random crashes, navigation and the old style UI. > > Though it's not the most user friendly software with old UI but it's has robust UV features and powerful Integrated Arnold renderer and Xgen (it's difficult to set up and pretty buggy but looks great when it works. Have created props and models using maya plus beauty renders for the portfolio. ----- ### "All In One 3D Package" — 3.0/5 > **Bed Prakash** | *15 December 2021* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Maya is complete 3D package software that allows us to model, shading, animation, and rendering. Maya also supports python script through API which enables the users to create more attractive animation. Maya is best for creating short animation videos to full-featured movies. > > **Cons**: Although it has multiple features users are unable to use it with full utilization without basic knowledge of how to use it. And another con is, it is a little bit expensive. > > In the initial phase, my company buys AutoDesk Maya but in long run, we feel it is a little bit expensive and shift toward Blender. Blender is open-source software and has almost all the features that we need. ----- ### "Almost like Blender" — 5.0/5 > **Courtney** | *09 June 2024* | Animation | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: - Tutorials provided for easy learning in the Home Screen - Shapes at the top of the headlines to use > > **Cons**: - Easy to get confused with program - Easily can lose file if input wrong button coordinates ----- ### "A very powerful tool" — 5.0/5 > **Anthony** | *29 December 2021* | Animation | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: This platform allows you to achieve more than just learning to model/animate in 3D and create visual effects. By developing your own creative skills with this application, you can use this to accomplish: - Blueprints/Wireframes - Storyboarding - 2D Animation - Character/Object Rigging - Architecture/Interior Design You have the ability to install plug-ins and set models to be 3D printed. For students, you can apply for a three year free license version. > > **Cons**: When generating high resolution visual effects, such as explosions, it can sometimes cause Maya to crash. Not all dynamic effects always work simultaneously. For some people, it can take a lot of time to practice before becoming fluent with the tools. It is very expensive to rent and you cannot buy it. A student version is not permitted to be used to make a profit. > > It is outstanding to be able to have access and operate a platform that is used to create film and commercial projects within the industry. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2051550/maya?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2051550/maya) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data