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iClone

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Spec score 9.2 #5 of 106 in Animation Software

What it is

iClone is a Windows application for character rigging and real-time capture, including facial tracking. It supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 and exports FBX, OBJ, ABC, and USD files. The listed capabilities do not include 2D animation, 3D modeling, motion graphics, or cloud collaboration. iClone uses a freemium model with a Free Personal Edition priced at free, with no time limit and 30 3D exports. The iClone 365 and iClone 8 plans each list 2,000+ free assets, but their prices are not provided. Capture sources are both, and the product is intended for users working with rigged characters and captured motion on Windows. The maker is headquartered in Hsintien, New Taipei City, Taiwan, and was founded in 1993.

Spec sheet

What it does
iClone is Reallusion's real-time 3D animation environment for character performance, scene design and cinematic storytelling.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Supported platforms
windowsRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Free plan
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Integrations
Official pipelines connect iClone with Character Creator, Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, Marmoset Toolbag and NVIDIA Omniverse.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Headquarters
Hsintien, New Taipei City, TaiwanRead 28 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Founded
1993Read 28 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Maker
Reallusion Inc. develops real-time character-animation and digital-human software and content.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
2D animation tools
NoRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
3D modeling
NoRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Activation and export
Personal edition requires login and stops 3D export after 30 exports; subscriptions require login with unlimited export, while perpetual editions do not require login.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
API limitations
The Python API documentation warns that interfaces can be experimental or change and that Reallusion does not promise SDK maintenance or production support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · wiki.reallusion.com
Asset ecosystem
Reallusion offers more than 2,000 free assets plus Content Store, Marketplace and ActorCore libraries.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Body animation
Body tools provide real-time previews, motion blending, mocap correction and layered motion controls.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Character rigging
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Cloud collaboration
NoRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Company facts
LinkedIn lists San Jose, California headquarters, 201–500 employees and a 1993 founding date in its About text.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Crowd simulation
The crowd system creates customizable real-time crowds whose characters navigate and perform varied actions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Developer resources
Reallusion publishes manuals, samples, a 3ds Max plug-in, Lua scripting guidance and an official Python-sample GitHub repository.Read 15 Oct 2026 · developer.reallusion.com
Export formats
FBX,OBJ,ABC,USDRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Facial animation
Facial tools include muscle-level editing, real-time puppeteering and lip synchronization.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Licence
The software and iContent are proprietary; the EULA prohibits copying, sublicensing, reverse engineering and redistribution.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Limit: interoperability
Reviewers report difficulties connecting iClone with other software and describe proprietary formats and export middleware as constraints.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reddit.com
Limit: modelling depth
Creative Bloq says the product has limited creation tools and is unsuitable when high-end modelling or sculpting is required.Read 15 Oct 2026 · creativebloq.com
Limit: operating system
Creative Bloq identifies Windows-only support as a drawback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · creativebloq.com
Limit: pricing and add-ons
Capterra and Trustpilot reviewers complain that required features, plug-ins and upgrades can make the overall cost high.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Limit: setup complexity
G2 reviewers report that initial setup and connecting the software to other tools can be complex.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Minimum system
The current download page lists Windows 10/11, 7th-generation Intel i5, 16GB RAM, 8GB VRAM, 30GB installation space and 200GB DDS cache.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Motion capture
Motion LIVE serves as a hub for full-body capture from supported motion-capture devices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Motion Director
Motion Director records game-like character control from keyboard, mouse, controllers, waypoints or AI into animation data.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Motion graphics
NoRead 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
Notable news: free edition
A June 23, 2026 announcement says iClone Personal became permanently free and AI Studio launched publicly.Read 15 Oct 2026 · prnewswire.com
Notable news: v8.75
Reallusion's release notes date iClone 8.75.5630.1 to September 1, 2026 and mention AI Studio separation plus bug fixes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Praise: ease of use
G2 and Creative Bloq reviewers repeatedly describe the interface and drag-and-drop workflow as intuitive and approachable for beginners.Read 15 Oct 2026 · creativebloq.com
Praise: motion tools
Reviewers repeatedly praise Motion Director, mocap cleanup, motion blending and fast character animation results.Read 15 Oct 2026 · creativebloq.com
Python API
A public Python plug-in API lets developers automate animation, batch rendering, device control and custom tools inside iClone.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Rating on Apple App Store
The listing says there are not enough ratings or reviews to display an overview for LIVE Face.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Capterra
4.4 out of 5 from 10 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on G2
4.8 out of 5 from 13 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on GetApp
4.4 out of 5 from 10 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Rating on Trustpilot
1.7 out of 5 from 60 reviews for Reallusion overallRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Recommended system
Recommended hardware is Windows 10/11, 10th-generation Intel i5 or better, 64GB RAM, 16GB-plus VRAM and SSD storage.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Rendering
The renderer supports PBR, subsurface scattering, motion blur, lens flare, glare, fog, reflections and particle effects.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Security and privacy
The EULA says Reallusion applies protections against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction and links use to its privacy policy.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
Service warranty
The EULA disclaims that the software will be error-free or uninterrupted and disclaims responsibility for third-party service availability and data practices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com

Plans and prices

Personal Free Free Personal Edition; no time limit 30 3D exports Read 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone 365 Priced on request 2,000+ free assets Read 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone 8 Priced on request 2,000+ free assets Read 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone 8 Price not published 2,000+ free assets Read 21 Sep 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone Personal Edition Free full animation and production tools · login activation · 30 3D exports · personal/social renderer use Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone 365 $16.58 a month billed annually iClone 8 · 2,000+ free assets · AI Video Mocap · AccuPOSE · SIM Builder Read 15 Oct 2026 · creativebloq.com
iClone 365 Pro $23.28 a month billed annually promotional price iClone 8 · AccuFACE · AccuPOSE INFINITY · unlimited export Read 15 Oct 2026 · reallusion.com
iClone 8 Perpetual License $359, paid once sale price (regular $599) unlimited export · no login required · 2,000+ free assets · AI Video Mocap · AccuPOSE · SIM Builder Read 15 Oct 2026 · cdn-www.reallusion.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Character rigging is included
  • Real-time capture and facial tracking
  • Exports FBX, OBJ, ABC, and USD
  • Free Personal Edition has no time limit
  • Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11

Limits

  • Windows-only platform support
  • No 2D animation tools listed
  • No 3D modeling tools listed
  • Free edition allows 30 3D exports

Who it suits

iClone suits Windows users who need character rigging, facial tracking, and real-time capture. The free Personal Edition may fit projects limited to 30 3D exports.

Verdict

iClone focuses on Windows character work with capture and rigging features, plus several export formats.

Where Specifiction places it

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