Crocotile 3D vs Substance 3D Painter 2025
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Crocotile 3D wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Crocotile 3D is $1.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Crocotile 3D | Substance 3D Painter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 60 | 43 |
| Quality | 70 | 61 |
| Value | 80 | 40 |
| Popularity | 20 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $23.99 | N/A |
| Steam Review Score | 88.8% positive | 76% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 134 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Crocotile 3D
Substance 3D Painter 2025
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Crocotile 3D | Substance 3D Painter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 26, 2020 | March 11, 2025 |
| Developers | Alex Hanson-White | Adobe |
| Publishers | Alex Hanson-White | Adobe |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Crocotile 3D or Substance 3D Painter 2025?
Crocotile 3D won the comparison against Substance 3D Painter 2025 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Crocotile 3D worth buying over Substance 3D Painter 2025?
Based on the metrics, Crocotile 3D won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Crocotile 3D currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 06:12 PM UTC