What is the difference between TurboSquid and Unity Asset Store for Editing?

TurboSquid (Royalty-Free): limited. Unity Asset Store (Standard): yes.

What is the difference between TurboSquid and Unity Asset Store for Indemnification?

TurboSquid (Royalty-Free): limited. Unity Asset Store (Standard): no.

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TurboSquid vs Unity Asset Store

Side-by-side comparison of licensing terms between TurboSquid and Unity Asset Store.

License Comparison

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Field	TurboSquid Visit TurboSquid	Unity Asset Store Standard · Per-asset, from $5 Visit Unity Asset Store
	✓	✓
	✓	✓
	~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.	✓
	Not required	Not required
	✗	✗
	~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.	~Assets may only be redistributed as compiled into a Unity project (e.g., a shipped game or app). They cannot be shared as raw source files.
	~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.	~Rendered output (screenshots, marketing materials) is permitted. 3D printing the models as standalone products is not covered.
	✓	✓
	✓	✓
	✓Published	✓Published
	~Limited indemnification is provided. Coverage depends on the specific asset and seller terms.	✗
	~Refunds may be available for defective or significantly misrepresented assets. Contact support within 7 days of purchase.	~Refund requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Assets that are defective or significantly misrepresented may qualify.

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TurboSquid:

TurboSquid

Royalty-Free

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Unity Asset Store

Standard

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Price

Per-asset, from $5

Prices may vary by region and are subject to change.

Download

Yes

Commercial Use

Yes

Editing

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.

Yes

Attribution

Exclusive Rights

Redistribution

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.

Assets may only be redistributed as compiled into a Unity project (e.g., a shipped game or app). They cannot be shared as raw source files.

Print Use

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.

Rendered output (screenshots, marketing materials) is permitted. 3D printing the models as standalone products is not covered.

Digital Use

Yes

Client Work

Yes

Survives Cancellation

Forever

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.

Unity Asset Store:

Assets are licensed for use in Unity engine projects only - using them outside Unity may violate the license.

You cannot extract and reuse assets from compiled Unity applications.

Key Differences

Fields where these platforms differ

Editing

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.

Unity Asset Store:✓

Indemnification

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

Unity Asset Store:✗

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