Free
$0
Entry plan for trying text and image to 3D
- 200 monthly credits
- 1 concurrent task
- public models
- non-commercial use
Tripo
Generate textured, exportable 3D models from text prompts or images in minutes
Freemiumtripo3d.aiUpdated
About Tripo
Tripo is an AI 3D model generator from VAST, a company founded in 2023. It turns a text prompt, a single image or several views of an object into a textured 3D model that can be exported in common formats such as GLB, FBX, OBJ, USD and STL. It is aimed at game developers, 3D artists, 3D-printing hobbyists, and e-commerce and marketing teams who need draft or production-ready assets without modeling each one by hand.
Best for
- Rapid concept models, prototyping game assets, turning product photos or sketches into 3D, and generating high-poly references
- Game asset prototyping: Indie developers generate placeholder or base meshes and refine them in Blender or Unity.
- Concept art to 3D: Artists turn sketches or reference images into models for look development.
- 3D printing: Hobbyists convert photos into printable STL models.
- E-commerce visuals: Teams build 3D product previews from product photos.
- High-poly baking sources: Studios use generated high-poly output to bake maps onto low-poly assets.
Not ideal for
- Final-quality production assets without manual cleanup, or users who need commercial rights on a free plan
Popular with
- Game Developers
- 3D Artists
- Concept Artists
- 3D Printing Hobbyists
- E-commerce Teams
- Developers
Key features
- Text-to-3D
- Image-to-3D
- Multi-view to 3D
- Texture editing
- Smart segmentation
- Auto-rigging
- Mesh topology options
- Multiple export formats
- Developer API
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fast generation from text, single images or multiple views.
- Good detail on hard-surface objects and fidelity to reference images, according to reviewers.
- Wide export format support (GLB, FBX, OBJ, USD, STL) and plugins for major 3D tools.
- Beginner-friendly interface with a free plan to try it.
- Includes rigging and segmentation, not just base generation.
Cons
- Texture results can be inconsistent and often need cleanup.
- Hidden surfaces and fine proportions often need manual correction.
- The free plan is limited to non-commercial use and public models.
- Reviewers report a cancellation flow with multiple retention prompts, and published pricing varies between sources.
Pricing
Plans as listed by the vendor on . Check their site for current prices.
Pro
Most popular$19.90/month
Individual creators who need private models and commercial use
- 3,000 monthly credits
- 10 concurrent tasks
- high-priority queue
- private models
- commercial use
Max
$89.90/month
Heavy users and studios generating assets at volume
- 25,000 monthly credits
- 100 concurrent tasks
- dedicated priority
- permanent edit history
- commercial use
Our ratings
Scored out of 10 by the Finder Atlas editorial team.
7.9overall
- Ease of Use
- 8.3
- Feature Depth
- 8.1
- Value for Money
- 7.3
- Performance & Speed
- 8.2
- Documentation & Support
- 7.4
Platforms and integrations
Available on
- Web
- iOS
- API
Works with
- Blender
- Unity
- Unreal Engine
- Maya
- 3ds Max
- Godot
- ZBrush
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Tripo models commercially?
Reported terms say the free plan produces public, non-commercial models, while paid plans include private models and commercial use. Check Tripo's current terms before relying on this.
What file formats can I export?
Reviews list GLB, FBX, OBJ, USD and STL.
Does Tripo have a mobile app?
Yes, an iOS app (Tripo AI: 3D Model Generator) is on the App Store, free with in-app purchases. No Android app was confirmed.
Does Tripo have an API?
Yes, Tripo runs a developer platform with API documentation at platform.tripo3d.ai.
How is usage charged?
Generation consumes credits, and monthly credit allowances depend on the plan. Extra credits can be bought as top-ups, and some operations such as rigging or stylization cost additional credits.
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