Hi Brian
Comparing renders isn't necessary but I am interested. I only started 3d modelling as a hobby last summer and there is a huge amount to learn. I bought Carrara, Bryce and Hexagon but only now use Moi for modelling. I use Carrara for texturing and rendering. There seems to be such differences in the price and ease of use of 3d modelling software that it makes me curious about which is best. Its a subject that I have found it difficult to research as everybody has a different opinion. With Moi being so easy to use I sort of hope that someone will invent shading and rendering programmes that are as good. I like Carrara a lot but when I see the beautiful models made by others I am sometimes tempted to think that they have better tools. In reality I expect they are younger people who grew up with 3d modelling.
Keith