Tripo

Generative 3D service producing meshes from text, images and sketches

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What is Tripo?

Tripo, built by VAST AI Research, generates 3D models from a text prompt, a single image or a rough sketch, and returns a textured mesh within a short wait. Its focus is the quality of the geometry rather than just the texture: the service offers refined high-detail passes, automatic rigging for simple characters and an animation library for common motions. Output exports to GLB, FBX, OBJ, USDZ and STL. A studio-facing API and a plugin ecosystem let teams place generation inside an existing art pipeline rather than treating it as a standalone toy.

Last updated: 2026-09-20. This site only provides an index; for exact features, pricing, and licensing, see the official website.

Key features

  • Text-to-3D, image-to-3D and sketch-to-3D generation
  • Multi-view refinement pass that improves silhouette accuracy
  • Automatic rigging for humanoid characters and animation presets
  • Texture generation with adjustable PBR material settings
  • Exports GLB, FBX, OBJ, USDZ and STL for engines and viewers
  • API access for pipeline and batch generation work

Pros & cons

Strengths

  • Geometry quality holds up better than many competitors
  • Rigging and animation presets save early character work
  • Fast iteration loop between prompt, preview and refine

Watch out for

  • Refinement passes consume credits quickly
  • Complex mechanical shapes still need manual modelling
  • Advanced features are tied to the paid tiers

Best for & use cases

concept art iteration, indie game props, ar previews and 3d printing

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FAQ

How long does one generation take?

Early previews typically appear within seconds, and a refined textured pass takes longer depending on queue and settings. Higher detail settings trade time and credits for accuracy.

Does Tripo rig characters automatically?

It offers automatic rigging and a set of animation presets for humanoid models, which covers simple previews and prototypes well. Custom skeletons are still the safer route for production animation.

Is there an API for automation?

Yes, an API and plugin integrations are available, which is what makes Tripo practical for teams that want generation inside an existing 3D pipeline rather than one-off manual runs.