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description: Compare Blender vs DaVinci Resolve to learn about each of the product's price, benefits and disadvantages. Choose the best software for your business in New Zealand.
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# Compare Blender vs DaVinci Resolve

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> Detailed comparison between Blender and DaVinci Resolve. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Blender | DaVinci Resolve |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 950 | 266 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$295.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | In Person, Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### Blender

3D artists, animators, filmmakers, designers, VFX studios, game developers, and architects.

### DaVinci Resolve

Designed to assist editors, assistants, VFX artists, and colorists to manage post-production processes for feature films, television shows, and commercials.

## Key features

### Blender

- 3D Modeling
- Animation
- Animations & Transitions
- Audio Capture
- Media Library
- Motion Tracking
- Prototype Creation
- Rendering
- Speed Adjustment
- Split/Merge
- Template Management
- Video Capture
- Video Editing

### DaVinci Resolve

- 3D Video Editing
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Animations & Transitions
- Audio Capture
- Collaboration Tools
- Color Grading
- Content Management
- Image Editing
- Media Library
- Motion Tracking
- Multimedia Support
- Speed Adjustment
- Split/Merge
- Video Capture
- Video Editing

## Links

- [View Blender Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/167519/blender)
- [View DaVinci Resolve Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/209733/davinci-resolve)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/167519/209733/blender/vs/davinci-resolve)

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