Autograph vs EmberGen
Autograph
maxon.net
EmberGen
jangafx.comSide by side
| Figure | Autograph | EmberGen |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Visual Effects Software | 8.0 (#14) | 8.1 (#9) |
| Notable limits | Maxon says certain features from previous Autograph versions are temporarily unavailable while the product is adjusted and developed. | The maker says multi-GPU is not currently supported and macOS is not supported for EmberGen. |
| Support | Maxon provides a support center with a knowledge base, user guides, and support requests. | The maker offers trial support through Discord or email and lists documentation, tutorials, forums, and email support for users. |
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In their own words
Autograph
Autograph is a free Windows and macOS application combining motion graphics, visual effects and compositing, and 2D and 3D projects. Motion tools include a shape engine, motion paths, animated text, and animation for SVG and PSD files. A relative definition system lets one composition render in multiple formats. Compositing supports GPU-optimized effects, OpenFX plugins, Shadertoy, multi-channel EXR, Photoshop layers, and ProRes, with ACES and OCIO color workflows. The application includes rotoscoping plus 2D and planar tracking. Its 3D environment uses Pixar OpenUSD and Filament for real-time physically based rendering. Integrations include Universe and Red Giant OFX tools with a license, and OpenFX plugins from RE:Vision Effects, BorisFX, and Digital Anarchy. Maxon states that individuals and commercial teams can use Autograph free, without output limits or time restrictions. Some features from previous versions are temporarily unavailable while development continues. Cineversity training and a support center are available.