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AmbientCG vs TurboSquid

Side-by-side comparison of licensing terms between AmbientCG and TurboSquid.

License Comparison

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TurboSquid:
A
AmbientCG
Free (CC0)
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TurboSquid
Royalty-Free
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Price
Free
Per-asset, from $5

Prices may vary by region and are subject to change.

Download
Yes
Yes
Commercial Use
Yes
Yes
Editing
Yes
Modifications are allowed to create 'Creations', but 'no matter how much you modify a 3D Model, it still may only be distributed as a Creation and is subject to the rules of the 3D Model License.' Editorial Use labeled models may not be modified to remove Depicted Intellectual Property.
Attribution
No
No
Exclusive Rights
No
No
Redistribution
CC0 allows full redistribution, including in texture packs or material libraries.
Redistribution of the 3D Model file itself is prohibited. Models must be embedded in a larger creation in a non-open/proprietary format. Giving the 3D Model file to a client requires a separate license purchase per client.
Print Use
Yes
Limited to 5 prints for personal use, gift, or donation if no substantial modification is made. Commercial resale of prints of the exact model is not allowed. Models with Editorial Use labels or Depicted Intellectual Property cannot be 3D printed under any circumstances.
Digital Use
Yes
Yes
Client Work
Yes
Yes
Survives Cancellation
Forever
Forever
AmbientCG:

CC0 means no restrictions but no warranty or indemnification.

Textures are PBR materials and HDRIs - no 3D models are offered.

High-resolution downloads (4K-8K) may require significant storage.

TurboSquid:

3D models cannot be redistributed in a format that allows extraction of the original model.

Some assets are sold by individual creators whose support and update policies vary.

Key Differences

Fields where these platforms differ

Editing

AmbientCG:✓
TurboSquid:~Modifications are allowed to create 'Creations', but 'no matter how much you modify a 3D Model, it still may only be distributed as a Creation and is subject to the rules of the 3D Model License.' Editorial Use labeled models may not be modified to remove Depicted Intellectual Property.

Redistribution

AmbientCG:✓
TurboSquid:~Redistribution of the 3D Model file itself is prohibited. Models must be embedded in a larger creation in a non-open/proprietary format. Giving the 3D Model file to a client requires a separate license purchase per client.

Print Use

AmbientCG:✓
TurboSquid:~Limited to 5 prints for personal use, gift, or donation if no substantial modification is made. Commercial resale of prints of the exact model is not allowed. Models with Editorial Use labels or Depicted Intellectual Property cannot be 3D printed under any circumstances.

Indemnification

AmbientCG:✗
TurboSquid:~Limited indemnification is provided. Coverage depends on the specific asset and seller terms.

Refund Policy

AmbientCG:✗
TurboSquid:~Refunds may be available for defective or significantly misrepresented assets. Contact support within 7 days of purchase.

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