ZBrush for iPad – Free Plan Overview

Q: What is ZBrush for iPad Free Plan?

A: The Free Plan is a streamlined version of ZBrush for iPad, designed for artists who want to explore digital sculpting on the go. It includes 28 of the most popular brushes and a selection of essential tools, providing a solid introduction to professional sculpting workflows.

General Sculpting & Base Mesh Tools

• Dynamesh (limited)
• ZSpheres
• Primitives
• Mesh Extract
• ZeeZoo library models
• Mesh from Mask (basic)
• Photogrammetry support
• ZRemesher (automatic, basic)

Sculpting

• Maximum 20 million polygons per mesh
• Multi-resolution mesh editing (Subdivision Surface Sculpting)
• Insert Multi-Mesh (limited)
• VDM Brushes (limited)
• Multi-mesh support (Subtools)
• Boolean-type operations (via Dynamesh)
• Reference image support (Floor Grid)
• Sculptris Pro
• Snakehook Brush
• Deformation tools (limited)
• Dynamic Subdivision (basic)
• Brush Auto-Masking (limited)

Illustration

• Document resolution limited to screen size

Texturing

• Basic PolyPaint (3D painting)

Rendering

• BPR (Best Preview Render) renderer (basic)
• Real-time Ambient Occlusion preview

Import / Export

• Import: OBJ, GoZ
• Export via 3D Print Hub presets (polygon count limited to 20K, 35K, 75K, 150K, 250K)
• Turntable export
• Texture import/export (JPG, PNG, PSD, TIFF)
• Opens files created in ZBrush Desktop

General

• Universal Camera
• CPU-based performance (no dedicated GPU required)
• Apple Pencil support (pressure sensitivity not supported on Apple Pencil USB)
• Library of 3D startup models
• SubTool folders
• CamView
• Real-time silhouette view
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Pro Projects
• Quick Search

Advanced Features (limited availability)

• Gizmo 3D Deformers (limited)
• Gizmo 3D Primitives
• Basic masking capabilities
• Basic polygroup capabilities
• Basic split and merge SubTool options
• Environment Maps
• Model hollowing for 3D printing
• Mesh optimization (Decimation Master, preset-based)
• Photogrammetry support

Notes

The Free Plan provides a limited feature set intended for learning and exploration. Some advanced tools and workflows are not available in this plan.

For a full comparison between the Free Plan and Subscription features, please see our official page:
https://www.maxon.net/en/zbrush-plan-options