Pricing¶
MCA Editor is available as a perpetual license or an annual subscription. Try it free for 14 days — no credit card required.
MCA Editor for Maya¶
Supports Windows and macOS. Maya 2024, 2025, and 2026.
| Perpetual | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49 USD | $25 USD/year |
| Maya 2024, 2025, 2026 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows, macOS | ✓ | ✓ |
| All Editor Features | ✓ | ✓ |
| Orange Slice AI Chat | ✓ | ✓ |
| Plugin Architecture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Updates (current major version) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Activations | 3 machines | 3 machines |
Buy Perpetual — $49 Buy Annual — $25/yr
MCA Editor for Unreal Engine¶
Supports Windows. Unreal Engine 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, and 5.7.
| Perpetual | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49 USD | $25 USD/year |
| Unreal Engine 5.4 – 5.7 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows | ✓ | ✓ |
| All Editor Features | ✓ | ✓ |
| Orange Slice AI Chat | ✓ | ✓ |
| Plugin Architecture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Updates (current major version) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Activations | 3 machines | 3 machines |
Buy Perpetual — $49 Buy Annual — $25/yr
Maya + Unreal Bundle¶
Get both MCA Editor for Maya and MCA Editor for Unreal Engine together at a discounted price. One license key covers both DCCs.
| Perpetual | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75 USD | $30 USD/year |
| ~~$98 if bought separately~~ | Save $23 | ~~$50/yr~~ Save $20/yr |
| Maya 2024, 2025, 2026 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Unreal Engine 5.4 – 5.7 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows (Unreal), Windows/macOS (Maya) | ✓ | ✓ |
| All Editor Features | ✓ | ✓ |
| Orange Slice AI Chat | ✓ | ✓ |
| Plugin Architecture | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Updates (current major version) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Activations | 3 machines | 3 machines |
Buy Bundle Perpetual — $75 Buy Bundle Annual — $30/yr
Free Trial¶
MCA Editor includes a 14-day free trial with full access to all features. No account or credit card needed — just install and run.
What's Included¶
Editor Features¶
- Script Mode and Project Mode
- Syntax highlighting for Python and MEL (Maya) / Python (Unreal)
- Code completion, Find & Replace, Find in Files
- Drag-and-drop tab management
- Output panel with full stack traces
Orange Slice AI Chat¶
- Built-in AI assistant that understands your scene and code
- Reads your code, executes scripts, navigates your project
- Bring your own API key (Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google)
Plugin Architecture¶
- Extend MCA Editor with Python plugins
- Clean documented API with 28 methods
- Panel, menu, and execution hooks
License Terms¶
- One license covers 3 machine activations
- Perpetual license covers the current major version (MCA Editor 1.x)
- Annual license stays active as long as subscription is current
- Bundle license activates both Maya and Unreal on the same machines
- Manage your activations at api.mcaeditor.com/manage
- Need more seats? Email info@mechart.org
FAQ¶
Can I use MCA Editor on Windows and Mac?
Yes — for Maya. A single Maya license covers both platforms. The Unreal Engine version currently supports Windows only.
What happens after the 14-day trial?
MCA Editor will prompt you to enter a license key. Your scripts and settings are preserved — nothing is lost.
Can I upgrade from Annual to Perpetual?
Yes. Email info@mechart.org and we'll sort it out.
Do you offer studio or site licenses?
Not yet through the store, but email info@mechart.org and we can work something out.
What versions of Maya are supported?
Maya 2024, 2025, and 2026 on Windows and macOS.
What versions of Unreal Engine are supported?
Unreal Engine 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, and 5.7 on Windows.
Does the Bundle license cover future DCC versions?
Yes — the Bundle perpetual license covers the current major version (1.x) of both MCA Editor for Maya and MCA Editor for Unreal Engine.
Can I upgrade my Maya license to the Bundle?
Yes. Email info@mechart.org and we'll credit your existing purchase toward the bundle price.