SideFX (Houdini) vs Melies
Compare features, pricing, and capabilities side by side
Professional procedural 3D and VFX software for film, TV, games, simulations, lookdev, rendering, Houdini Engine, and Pipeline & AI workflows.
All-in-one AI filmmaking studio with 30+ AI models, 150+ AI actors, and tools for image generation, video creation, posters, storyboards and more.
| SideFX (Houdini) | Melies | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | paid | Freemium |
| Starting Price | Free Apprentice; Indie $299/year; Core $1,415/year; FX $3,369/year | Free to start, from $7/month |
| Primary Category | VFX | All-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Capabilities | VFXVideo EditingAll-in-one AI Filmmaking | Video GenerationVideo EditingImage GenerationAll-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Popularity Score | 47 | 100 |
| Website | sidefx.com | melies.co |
SideFX (Houdini) Pricing Details
Houdini Apprentice is free for non-commercial use. Houdini Indie is $299/year for studios under $100K USD revenue. Commercial annual rentals list Houdini Core at $1,415/year, Houdini FX at $3,369/year, Karma Global Access at $195/year, and Houdini Engine at $525/year.
Melies Pricing Details
Plans: Free (50 credits), Starter $7/mo (500 credits/mo), Pro $39/mo (5,000 credits/mo), Max $79/mo (15,000 credits/mo). Annual billing saves 20%. Credits vary by task and model.