Blender

Platform: Windows, macOS, Linux

Features: Full 3D modeling, animation, rigging, rendering, and video editing. Powerful and professional tool.

For whom: Ideal for both amateurs and professionals, completely free and open-source.

Autodesk Maya (Free Student Version)

Platform: Windows, macOS

Features: Industry-standard 3D animation and modeling software. Free version for students.

For whom: Those who want to use it for educational purposes.

Mixamo (Adobe)

Platform: Web-based

Features: Ready-made character animations, automatic rigging, and animation upload service. Easy to create animations.

For whom: Those who want to make quick animations and game developers.

Daz 3D

Platform: Windows, macOS

Features: Focused on human models, easy-to-use animation and character creation software.

For whom: Those interested in character animations.

Clara.io

Platform: Web-based

Features: Full-featured 3D modeling and animation tool working via browser.

For whom: Those who don’t want to install software and want quick 3D animation projects.