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Silo vs Autodesk 3ds Max: catalog facts
Silo	Autodesk 3ds Max
Best for: Modellers who want a dedicated subdivision and UV tool alongside their main 3D package	Best for: Professional 3D artists and visualisation studios on Windows
Paid Paid licence with a 7-day free trial and a yearly upgrade period.	Paid Commercial software sold by Autodesk.
Windows, macOS	Windows
Focused toolset for polygon and subdivision modelling UV mapping included All 4 strengths for Silo Focused toolset for polygon and subdivision modelling UV mapping included Native builds for Windows and Apple Silicon Macs Optional companion renderer, Milo	Modelling, animation and rendering in one package Long-established in games and architectural visualisation
Modelling only; rendering needs Milo or another program Trial lasts only 7 days All 3 limitations for Silo Modelling only; rendering needs Milo or another program Trial lasts only 7 days macOS version requires an M1 or newer Mac	Windows only Expensive for individuals All 3 limitations for Autodesk 3ds Max Windows only Expensive for individuals Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Not open source	Not open source
License: Proprietary	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Silo nevercenter.com/silo Catalog checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Autodesk 3ds Max autodesk.com/products/3ds-max/overview Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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