Slic3r Alternatives

Slic3r is described as 'STL-to-GCODE translator for RepRap printers' and is a 3D Printing tool in the system & hardware category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Slic3r for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Ubuntu and Flathub apps. The best Slic3r alternative is Orca Slicer, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Slic3r are Cura, Bambu Studio, PrusaSlicer and MatterControl.

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  1. Snapmaker Orca (Beta) is a cutting-edge open-source slicing software built on Orca Slicer and finely tuned for Snapmaker 3D printers. It inherits Orca Slicer's core functions like model processing and slicing, plus specific features for Snapmaker 3D printers, including...

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    • Windows
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    • Flatpak
    • Ubuntu
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  2. QIDI Studio icon
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    QIDIStudio is a professional 3D printer slicing software,which is perfectly compatible with all printers and 3D printing filaments of QIDI Technology. Multi-platform support, simple inerface, easy to use, complate functions, easy to learn 3D printing.

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    • AppImage
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  3. mslicer icon
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    A performant open-source slicer for masked stereolithography (resin) printers. Compatible with printers that support the following file formats: Chitu (.ctb), Elegoo (.goo), NanoDLP (.nanodlp), and Vector (.svg).

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Windows
    • Mac
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  4. Simplify3D icon
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    Professional 3D printing software streamlines the process of 3D printing, leading to better results.

    -The fastest slicer on the market -Customizable support structures -Support for dual extrusion and multi-part printing -Robust yet user-friendly

    31 Simplify3D alternatives

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  5. SuperSlicer icon
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    SuperSlicer takes 3D models (STL, OBJ, AMF) and converts them into G-code instructions for FFF printers or PNG layers for mSLA 3D printers.

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    • Mac
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  6. Netfabb icon
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    Netfabb is not just a viewer, it provides mesh edit, repair and analysis capabilities to everyone already being or aspiring to become part of this fantastic, growing, creative, high-tech industry called Additive Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping or 3D Printing.

    28 Netfabb alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  7. 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.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  8. ReplicatorG icon
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    This is the software that will drive your MakerBot Replicator, Thing-O-Matic, CupCake CNC, RepRap machine, or generic CNC machine. You can give it a GCode or STL file to process, and it takes it from there.

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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  9. 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.

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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  10. 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.

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    • Free
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
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  11.  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.

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    • Freemium
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  12.  4 likes

    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.

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    • Free
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    • Mac
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