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Modly

★ 5.8k

Desktop app that generates 3D models from images or text prompts on your own GPU — no cloud credits. Trending on GitHub Aug 2026.

Modly does the job of Meshy and Tripo AI, self-hosted. Setting it up is an afternoon, not a weekend. Meshy bills $20 for it. 5.8k stars on GitHub.

Open-source replacement for Meshy, Tripo AI.

Self-hosting
Medium
The paid one costs
$20
GitHub stars
5.8k
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Is it actually a replacement?

We have written a verdict on what it replaces — what you lose, and why people still pay:

Modly questions

Can Modly replace Meshy?

Our verdict on Meshy is YES. ComfyUI (129k stars), LTX (11k stars), Modly (6k stars) are mature open-source replacements for Meshy — self-host with docker and stop paying $20/mo.

Can I self-host Modly?

Yes — we rate it medium to self-host.

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