| Option | Cost | Verified | Legal | |--------|------|----------|-------| | | ~$6,000 USD | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | | Rhino 8 + Jewelry plugins (e.g., RhinoGold, TechGems, Clayoo) | $995 + plugin costs | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | | Blender 3D (free, open-source) + Jewelry add-ons (e.g., JewelCraft) | $0 | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | | Official Matrix training at Stuller Academy | Paid courses (no free software) | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | | Free "trial" of Matrix 7 from non-official sources | "Free" – but malware | ❌ No | ❌ No |
MatrixGold is the next-generation software that combines the best features of Matrix and another popular program, RhinoGold, into a single, powerful 3D CAD solution built for professional jewelry design and manufacturing.
For jewelry designers and CAD/CAM professionals, by Gemvision has long been considered the gold standard. Even though newer versions exist, Matrix 7 remains a sought-after version for users who prefer a stable interface compatible with older hardware, or for those learning the ropes of 3D CAD jewelry design. matrix 3d jewelry design software 7 free download verified