Blender on Ubuntu 24.04: Install Guide & Tips

Rebecca Williams

February 24, 2025

Ready to unleash your creativity on Ubuntu 24.04? Blender is a free, open-source 3D powerhouse for modeling, animation, rendering, and more, perfect for artists and creators.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to install Blender on Ubuntu 24.04 using Snap, Flatpak, or the official package, plus share tips to get started.

Whether you’re crafting game assets or editing videos, Blender’s got you covered. Let’s dive in!

How to Install Blender on Ubuntu 24.04

Choose your preferred method to get Blender running:

Method 1: Install via Snap (Quick & Easy)

Open your terminal.
Install Blender with Snap:
```
sudo snap install blender --classic
```
Launch Blender from your applications menu or type:
```
blender
```

Method 2: Install via Flatpak

Open your terminal.
Set up Flatpak if needed:
```
sudo apt install flatpak
```

Add the Flathub repository:

flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

Install Blender:

flatpak install flathub org.blender.Blender

Launch Blender:
```
flatpak run org.blender.Blender
```

Method 3: Install via Official .deb Package

Download the .deb from the official Blender site.
Install it via terminal:
```
sudo dpkg -i [PATH_TO_DOWNLOADED_FILE]
```
(Replace [PATH_TO_DOWNLOADED_FILE] with the file path, e.g., ~/Downloads/blender.deb)
Launch Blender from your applications menu.

Tip: For the latest features, Snap or Flatpak often deliver newer versions than Ubuntu’s default APT.

What Makes Blender Special

Blender is a free, open-source 3D suite that’s been a creative staple since 1995. It rivals pricey tools like Maya with pro-grade features for all skill levels: