cheetah3d ☆

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Description:
3D modelling, rendering and animation software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 8.1.3@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | @cheetah3d | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: 3d-modeling animation graphics cad rendering

Install: brew install --cask cheetah3d

About:
Cheetah3D is a comprehensive 3D modeling, rendering, and animation suite designed for macOS. It provides an accessible yet powerful environment for creating complex 3D scenes, supporting polygonal modeling, rigging, and high-quality rendering. The software is ideal for hobbyists and indie developers looking for a native Mac solution for 3D content creation.

Key Features:

Polygonal and spline-based modeling tools
Advanced rendering engine with global illumination
Rigging and keyframe animation system
Support for FBX, OBJ, and DAE file formats

Use Cases:

Creating 3D assets for indie game development
Producing architectural visualizations and product mockups
Learning 3D animation and modeling fundamentals

Alternatives:

Blender – Free and open-source with a vastly larger feature set, but with a steeper learning curve and less native macOS UI polish.
Cinema 4D – Industry-standard professional tool with advanced features, significantly more expensive and resource-intensive.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Dec 20, 2022 10:11pm	7.5.3	0	VERSION_BUMP	565cb3fd
Oct 13, 2022 3:03am	7.5.2	0	VERSION_BUMP	34a980bf