Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Maxon
- Pricing
- Subscription — From $94.99/mo
- Free tier
- Free trial (14 days)
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac
- Best for
- Motion Designers, 3d Artists
- Editor rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Founded
- 1990
- Headquarters
- Friedrichsdorf, Germany
What is Cinema 4D?
Cinema 4D is a design creative tool from Maxon. Cinema 4D is a professional 3D suite known for motion graphics, with a friendly workflow and tight integration with Adobe After Effects.
Cinema 4D uses subscription pricing with a 14-day free trial. From $94.99/mo.
It's best suited to motion-designers, 3d-artists and runs on Windows, Mac.
Standout strengths include best-in-class motion graphics, approachable workflow, after effects integration. Worth weighing: subscription pricing, rendering can be demanding.
Cinema 4D pricing
Pros
- Best-in-class motion graphics
- Approachable workflow
- After Effects integration
Cons
- Subscription pricing
- Rendering can be demanding
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cinema 4D?
Cinema 4D is a professional 3D suite known for motion graphics, with a friendly workflow and tight integration with Adobe After Effects.
How much does Cinema 4D cost?
Cinema 4D is subscription-priced. Paid plans start at $719/yr.
Does Cinema 4D have a free trial?
Yes — Cinema 4D offers a 14-day free trial.
What platforms does Cinema 4D support?
Cinema 4D is available on Windows, Mac.