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Overall Rating

Turbo Squid has a huge 3D model library with thousands to choose from in every category and is one of the best 3D model services. They sell models in a variety of formats including, but not limited to, 3DS MAX, Lightwave, XSI, AI, Autocad, Flash, Direct X, Cinema 4D, Maya and .3DS. You can also get textures, ACAP plug–ins, game tools and more—all at competitive prices ranging from their free downloads to $1495.00, with most models falling in the $50–$170 range.

Turbo Squid also offers custom packaged memberships. You can choose how many 3D models you want to download as well as textures, motion capture files, audio files, and stock photos.

Service/Products Offered:

Turbo Squid offers a huge variety of products beyond 3D models and collections. Download textures from their 2D collection to save time developing the perfect texture map. You can find ACAP plug–ins that have passed rigorous testing procedures to ensure they will work with your software. Turbo Squid also has Turbo Toyboxes, a set of unique models like vehicles and weapons, to customize your favorite gmax–enabled games.

This website serves as a clearinghouse for artists to sell their own artwork. You can sell your work through Turbo Squid and receive approximately 50% royalties on sales. Uploading and listing your work is free and Turbo Squid takes care of marketing, transactions and everything else. They don’t make money unless you do.

You can subscribe to Turbo Squid’s model library by setting up your own customized subscription package. These packages allow you to download a set number of 3D models, textures, meshes, mocap files, 2D files and audio files for a single price within a certain period—usually one year. Enjoy your own hassle free 3D online library.

Turbo Squid will also store your downloaded models free on their servers, so you're not doomed if your computer crashes or lose a disc.

Model Quality:

Turbo Squid has high quality models that are rigged and textured for reasonable prices. Multiple views and versions of the models are available. You can also find models with lower levels of detail so you can modify them yourself.

Model Selection:

Turbo Squid has a huge collection of high quality 3D models. Each category contains thousands of models to help you find what you need. Use the advanced search tool to search by keyword, format, price, artist, user rating, category, and more. You can buy individual models or creative collections. The majority of models found on TurboSquid.com come in the following formats, and you can request any format not listed:

Lightwave
3D Studio
3D Studio Max
Maya
Cinema 4D
Bryce 4
Autodesk
Flash
Softimage
Google Sketchup
DirectX
Openflight
Wavefront
VRML

Help/Support:

You can call or email Turbo Squid with questions and expect quick responses. Chat support is a new option. They answered our email the same day we sent it. They have a professional user forum, and online FAQs accessible from their support page.

Summary:

Turbo Squid offers the best selection of 3D models and other tools like textures and plug–ins. They work with thousands of artists to generate a plethora of creative possibilities making your creations as efficient and imaginative as possible.

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