Gaea vs Particle Illusion
| Gaea | Particle Illusion | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | $16.25/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows | macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Node-based compositing | Yes | Yes |
| Simulation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows | macOS, Windows |
| Render engine | hybrid | gpu |
| Paid from | — | 25 /mo |
| 3D camera tracking | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Visual Effects Software. On The Geeks Club, Gaea scores higher on our published basis.