LightWave 3D pricing
LightWave 3D is a paid product. Starting price: £795 for a new LightWave 2026 licence (excl. VAT).
PaidPrices last checked Nov 1, 2026
LightWave 3D plans and prices
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LightWave 3D pricing facts
2 of 2 verified- Starting price
- £795 for a new LightWave 2026 licence (excl. VAT)
- Checked Nov 1, 2026lightwave3d.com(opens source in a new tab)
- “Price £795* *This price excludes any applicable sales tax or VAT.”
- Upgrade price
- From £450 for existing users (excl. VAT)
- Checked Nov 1, 2026lightwave3d.com(opens source in a new tab)
- “You will get an upgraded license of LightWave 2026 linked to your existing product ID. Price £450* *This price excludes any applicable sales tax or VAT.”
LightWave 3D alternatives by price
Starting prices from each app's own site, ranked by our alternatives score.
| App | Pricing | Price | Free plan |
|---|---|---|---|
 Blender | Open source | — | — |
 Cinema 4D | Paid | — | No |
 Autodesk Maya | Paid | — | No |
| AuAutodesk 3ds Max | Paid | — | No |
LightWave 3D pricing: common questions
Is LightWave 3D free?
No, LightWave 3D is a paid product.
How much does LightWave 3D cost?
Starting price: £795 for a new LightWave 2026 licence (excl. VAT), according to lightwave3d.com (checked Nov 1, 2026). Prices can vary by country and billing period.
What are free alternatives to LightWave 3D?
Free or freemium alternatives include Blender. Open-source options: Blender.