Cura Alternatives

Cura is described as 'Aims to be a end solution for personal 3D printing with RepRap based machines. It is tuned toward the Ultimaker, but can be used on any RepRap based design' and is a 3D Printing tool in the system & hardware category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Cura for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Flathub apps. The best Cura alternative is PrusaSlicer, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Cura are Orca Slicer, Bambu Studio, MatterControl and Slic3r.

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  1. ideaMaker icon
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    Prepare files for printing with ideaMaker, Raise3D’s powerful slicing software. The user friendly interface can prepare STL, OBJ and 3MF files within 2 clicks, while defined settings provide limitless customization for advanced users.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    It gives ability to control parameters of each layer.

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    • ideaMaker is Free and ProprietaryCura is Free and Open Source
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    CraftWare is a free, fast, easy-to-use slicer software that converts your digital 3D object into a gcode toolpath format understood by most 3D printers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  3.  3 likes

    KISSlicer is a fast, easy-to-use, cross-platform program that takes 3D files (STL) and generates path information (G-code) for a 3D Printer. The FREE version has all the features needed for the hobbyist who uses a single-head machine.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. Repetier icon
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    Software for controlling RepRap style 3D-printer like Mendel, Darwin or Prusa mendel. Works with most firmware types. It is optimized to work with Repetier-Firmware Other working firmware is Sprinter, Teacup, Marlin and all compatible firmwares.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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  5. BuildBee icon
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    A cloud-based slice and control software with an integrated block coding environment, basic modelling features like cookie cutter generator and lithophane generator, and a streamlined workflow. It has nifty features like an automated repair tool for broken files, a splitting...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  6. SimplyPrint icon
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    3D printing doesn’t have to be a complicated, analog, SD card-filled experience; step into the future of modern 3D printing - using your phone, tablet or computer.

    26 SimplyPrint alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
     
  7. Voxelizer icon
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    Personal fabrication is easy with Voxelizer - dedicated software for 3d printing with ZMoprh. Apart from being a ‘host’ software to control your machine, it is able to generate gcodes from three dimensional geometry in completely new way.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  8. Bento3D icon
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    Bento3D is a web tool that allows you to create 3D printable dividers and toolboxes with millimeter precision.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. CUR3D icon
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    CUR3D, the first real 3D printing prepress, will revolutionize your workflow with 3D printers. No matter what type of vision models you want to print, CUR3D will revolutionize, accelerate and simplify your work with 3D printers.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
     
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