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# How does Hydrilla compare to Tripo?

Hydrilla AI and Tripo both turn text or images into 3D. They come from separate companies with separate models: BlueFox, Hydrilla's 3D model, on one side, Tripo's own model line on the other. Compare the table, then run a [bake-off →](https://hydrilla.ai/compare/how-to-choose) in your own scene.

## Side by side

| | Hydrilla | Tripo (confirm on tripo3d.ai) |
|---|---|---|
| Generation model | [BlueFox 1 →](https://hydrilla.ai/bluefox) | Tripo's own model line |
| Input types | A prompt, or a single reference image | Its API page lists multiview input alongside text and image |
| What comes back | A mesh in parts, PBR maps included | Textured models; API services for segmentation, retopology, and rigging |
| File formats | Four [export formats →](https://hydrilla.ai/features#exports) | GLB, FBX, OBJ, USDZ, and more; STL and 3MF for printing |
| Plugins | Four engine and DCC [plugins →](https://hydrilla.ai/integrations), plus the local Bridge | A DCC bridge for Blender, 3ds Max, Unity, Unreal, Maya, Cocos, Godot, and ZBrush |
| Developer access | Job-based REST API, plus MCP for AI agents | Credit-priced API with task completion notices |
| Plans | Free, paid, and Hourly plans, all priced in credits ([plans →](https://hydrilla.ai/pricing)) | Free, Pro, Max, and per-seat Team plans, priced in credits |
| Public limits | Stated on the [BlueFox page →](https://hydrilla.ai/bluefox#limits) and model card | Confirm on tripo3d.ai |
| AI 3D agent | [Water Agent →](https://hydrilla.ai/water) builds and revises whole asset sets in conversation, on every plan, no credits | Confirm on tripo3d.ai |

## When each one fits

Choose Hydrilla when you want segmented parts, a public model card, and an AI 3D agent that directs whole sets with you, from input to export. Tripo may fit better when the work also covers 3D printing, rigging, or a tool on its bridge list that Hydrilla doesn't support.

## Check before you decide

Plans and features change over time, so confirm every row on [tripo3d.ai →](https://www.tripo3d.ai) before you choose.

Checked 24 Oct 2026 | Hydrilla Team