Shape Shifter Builder vs Characterz
Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right illustration library for your next project.
Shape Shifter Builder
100 paid. We all know our favorite storybooks that we read when we were children with their friendly characters and art that made them very easy on the eyes, that is where the Shape Shifter Illustrations come in.
Characterz
9,000 paid. CHARACTERZ is the biggest single library of 3D diverse characters in the world. You can use them in your products or for marketing purposes (social media posts, landing pages, blogs, newsletters, etc.). Or if you want - for your personal use. What is included? 📦 — 9,000+ PNG files of different characters - which you can use in any design tool, such as Photoshop, Sketch, Figma, Studio, or Illustrator. It contains: • 2 genders, • 9 new outfits (police, astronaut, chef, business, gamer
Feature comparison
| Feature | Shape Shifter Builder | Characterz |
|---|---|---|
| Style | 2D Vector | 3D |
| License | Commercial | Free & Commercial |
| Formats | — | Figma, Sketch, PNG, Blender, PSD |
| Combinations | Fixed set | 3,000,000,000+ |
| 3D source files | No | Blender (.blend) |
| Fully rigged | No | Yes |
| ARKit / Face tracking | No | Yes |
| Customisable in Blender | No | Yes |
| Modular system | No | Yes — mix with other ThreeDee packs |
Characterz wins 9 out of 9 categories
While Shape Shifter Builder is a solid choice, Characterz offers significantly more flexibility. With 3,000,000,000+ unique combinations, full Blender source files, and a modular system that works across the entire ThreeDee ecosystem, it's the stronger pick for teams that want illustrations they can truly make their own.
Characterz: The biggest 3D character library in the world with character generator included
When to choose each
Choose Shape Shifter Builder if…
- You prefer 2D/flat illustration style
- You need something quick and ready to drop in
Choose Characterz if…
- You want 3D illustrations with depth and premium feel
- You need to customise poses, colours, and expressions
- You want one unified style across your entire product
- You're building for AR/VR or need rigged characters