Blender is a versatile 3D creation suite that is both free and open source. It encompasses the complete 3D pipeline, which includes modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, motion tracking, video editing, and even a 2D animation workflow. The platform features Cycles, an advanced unbiased path-tracer engine that delivers breathtakingly realistic renderings. With its extensive suite of modeling tools, users can easily create, modify, and edit their 3D models. VFX professionals have praised it as “likely the best tracker available in the market.” Blender also offers robust camera and object tracking capabilities, enabling users to import raw footage, track it, mask specific areas, and visualize live camera movements within their 3D environment—all without needing to switch applications. Furthermore, its high-quality rigging and animation features have led to its adoption in various short films, advertisements, television series, and feature-length movies, illustrating its widespread impact on the industry. As a result, Blender continues to be a go-to tool for artists and creators looking to push the boundaries of 3D visualization.