Autodesk Maya — 3-Year Licence
Maya is the animation and VFX application used by film, TV and games studios worldwide: modelling, rigging, animation, Bifrost simulation and Arnold rendering. Supplied as a 3-year licence for Windows or Mac.
Licence term: 3 years from activation.
Price range: £39.00 through £99.00
Fixed-term licence: one upfront payment, with no automatic renewal or recurring charge.
Know exactly what you are buying: clear licence terms, selected version and device compatibility are shown before payment.
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Description
3-year licence. Valid for three full years from activation. Renew only if you want to keep using the software after the term ends. Digital delivery and activation guidance are included.
Maya: the animation and VFX standard, licensed for three years
Autodesk Maya is the application UK animation studios, VFX houses and games developers build their character pipelines on. Modelling, UV editing, rigging, keyframe and motion-capture animation, cloth, hair and fluid simulation through Bifrost, and Arnold rendering are all in one package, with Python and MEL scripting for pipeline integration.
AutoSoftKey supplies Maya as a 3-year licence for Windows or Mac, which suits freelancers moving between contracts and small studios that want a fixed cost for a production cycle.
What Maya is used for
- Modelling and UVs: polygon, NURBS and sculpting tools with a modern UV editor for game-ready assets.
- Rigging and animation: advanced skinning, Time Editor, graph editor and motion-capture retargeting via HumanIK.
- Simulation: Bifrost for fluids, smoke, cloth and procedural effects; nCloth and nHair.
- Rendering: Arnold included for physically based CPU and GPU rendering with USD support.
- Pipeline: USD, FBX, Alembic, Python 3 API and Unreal/Unity live link workflows.
Who buys Maya
Character animators, riggers, VFX artists, games studios and students turning professional. Maya is also the most-requested application in UK animation job adverts, which is why individual artists keep a personal licence current.
Studios that need 3ds Max, MotionBuilder and Mudbox alongside Maya save with the Media & Entertainment Collection.
Choosing your platform and release
Select Windows or Mac and a release year from 2024 to 2027. Maya scene files are generally readable across nearby releases, but plug-ins (renderers, rig tools) are version-specific, so match the release your studio or plug-in vendor supports.
Maya or 3ds Max?
| Maya (this page) | 3ds Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Strengths | Character animation, VFX, rigging | Arch-viz, product rendering, modelling |
| Platform | Windows, Mac | Windows |
| Renderer included | Arnold | Arnold |
| Scripting | Python, MEL | MAXScript, Python |
Compatibility and system requirements
Maya 2026/2027 runs on 64-bit Windows 10/11 and on the macOS versions Autodesk currently supports, including Apple silicon. Autodesk recommends 16 GB of RAM (32 GB for simulation-heavy scenes), a multi-core processor and a certified graphics card; Arnold GPU rendering needs a recent NVIDIA card on Windows.
An Autodesk account and internet connection are required for download and validation.
Always check the current release against Autodesk’s published system requirements before you order, because minimum specifications move with each release.
Delivery and activation
Orders are fulfilled digitally — there is nothing to post. Once payment is confirmed, your licence details and step-by-step setup instructions go to the email address you entered at checkout. Most orders are processed promptly after payment confirmation; a small number are held briefly for a routine manual check. If you need a hand with installation or activation, our support team replies by email during published support hours.
- Licence details and installation guidance delivered by email
- 3-year licence term, counted from activation
- An Autodesk account and an internet connection may be required for download, installation and activation
- Secure checkout in GBP — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay or invoice/bank transfer
- Order confirmation and payment record for your accounts
Changed your mind on an unused, unactivated order? Contact us within 14 days. Suspected defect? Tell us within 30 days so we can investigate and replace or refund where required — see the Refund Policy and Delivery Policy.
Autodesk Maya FAQs
How much does Maya cost in the UK?
The 3-year Maya licence on this page starts at £39 per user. Autodesk sells Maya by annual or monthly subscription; the official figures are compared in our Autodesk pricing guides.
Is Maya a one-time purchase?
Autodesk no longer sells perpetual Maya licences. This is a 3-year term licence with no renewal until the term ends.
Does Maya include Arnold and Bifrost?
Yes. Arnold rendering and Bifrost simulation ship with Maya.
Is Maya available for Mac?
Yes. Choose the Mac option above; Maya supports Apple silicon natively.
Is Maya Indie the same product?
Maya Indie is a revenue-capped licence Autodesk offers in some regions. This page supplies the standard commercial licence without an income cap.
Ready to buy Autodesk Maya?
Select your operating system and release year above, then add to basket. Your licence details arrive by email after payment confirmation, with setup guidance included.
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9 reviews for Autodesk Maya — 3-Year Licence
Typical hardware for the releases we sell (2024 - 2027). Exact requirements can vary slightly between release years.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / 10 (64-bit) or macOS 13 and later | |
| Processor | 64-bit multi-core Intel or AMD with SSE4.2, or Apple silicon | |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB or more |
| Graphics | GPU with 4 GB (see the Autodesk certified list) | |
| Disk space | 6 GB free | |
| Pointing device | Three-button mouse | |
| Internet | Required for licence activation and updates | |
Before you order: confirm the requirements for the exact release year you select against the official Autodesk page below.
View the official Autodesk system requirements for this product
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Elena (verified owner) –
Purchased Maya 2025, key arrived within minutes. Activation was straightforward and the software runs perfectly. Excellent service.
Marcus T. (verified owner) –
This is the real deal. Saved a lot compared to the official store. Delivery was fast and support was responsive when I had a question.
Yuki (verified owner) –
The key worked fine and the price is unbeatable. The only issue was the email took about 20 minutes to arrive, but support helped. Would buy again.
Sofia R. (verified owner) –
Bought Maya 2026 for my studio. The key was delivered instantly and activated without any problems. Very happy with the purchase.
Dmitry (verified owner) –
Was a bit skeptical at first, but the key is genuine and works. Delivery was quick and the instructions were clear. Recommended.
Marcus T. (verified owner) –
The key was delivered instantly and activated without any issues on my Windows machine. Autodesk Maya runs flawlessly, and the price was much better than the official store. Definitely recommend for anyone needing a reliable license.
Elena R. (verified owner) –
Delivery took a bit longer than expected, but the support team was responsive and kept me updated. The product itself is genuine and activated without problems. Good experience overall.
Priya S. (verified owner) –
I was skeptical about buying a license online, but this worked perfectly on macOS. The download link and key were clear, and the activation process was straightforward. Excellent service for a great price.
Lena K. (verified owner) –
Got the 2027 version for my freelance work. Everything went smoothly, and the support team even helped me with the installation. Very satisfied.