TripoSG and TRELLIS.2 4B are the two strongest single-image engines in 3D Mate, and both run offline on Apple Silicon. TripoSG gives the sharpest geometry of any engine here; TRELLIS.2 4B is the balanced all-rounder with dependable texture. Pick TripoSG when clean geometry matters most, TRELLIS.2 for everyday all-round results.
| TripoSG | TRELLIS.2 4B | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Sharpest geometry | Balanced, all-round quality |
| Texture | Painted from your photo | Yes, dependable |
| Min unified memory | 16 GB (32 GB recommended) | 24 GB (32 GB recommended) |
| Speed (M1 Pro) | About 20 min, geometry | About 8 to 10 min, balanced |
| Regions | Not EU, UK, or South Korea | Available everywhere |
| Exports | GLB, USDZ, OBJ, STL, PLY | GLB, USDZ, OBJ, STL, PLY |
Choose TripoSG when the shape is the point: crisp edges and clean geometry for 3D printing or as a base to texture yourself. It runs on 16 GB, though geometry takes a bit longer, and it is not available in the EU, UK, or South Korea due to a licensing restriction.
Choose TRELLIS.2 4B for balanced, reliable results across most subjects with good texture out of the box. It wants 24 GB of unified memory and finishes a balanced run in about 8 to 10 minutes on an M1 Pro.
Both run fully offline on Apple Silicon inside 3D Mate. Compare every engine on the comparison page, or read about TripoSG and TRELLIS.2 4B.