PrusaSlicer
PrusaSlicer is a free, open-source CAD and 3D modelling app for Windows, macOS and Linux. G-code generator for 3D printers (RepRap, Makerbot, Ultimaker etc.). It has 9,389 GitHub stars and is released under the AGPL-3.0 license, and people use it instead of Simplify3D.
- Official
- Linux
- macOS
- Windows
- CAD & 3D modelling
- Actively maintained
About PrusaSlicer
PrusaSlicer enables you to take your 3D models, generate 3D printing instructions and send them to your 3D printer. It supports both FDM 3D printers and mSLA 3D printers. It is developed by Prusa Research and apart from Prusa printers it supports machines from a wide variety of manufacturers.
Install PrusaSlicer
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
flatpak install flathub com.prusa3d.PrusaSlicerReplaces
Commercial software people commonly use PrusaSlicer instead of.
- Simplify3D
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What is PrusaSlicer?
PrusaSlicer is a free, open-source CAD and 3D modelling app for Windows, macOS and Linux. G-code generator for 3D printers (RepRap, Makerbot, Ultimaker etc.). It has 9,389 GitHub stars and is released under the AGPL-3.0 license, and people use it instead of Simplify3D.
Is PrusaSlicer free and open source?
Yes. PrusaSlicer's source code is public on GitHub under the AGPL-3.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install PrusaSlicer?
Flathub: flatpak install flathub com.prusa3d.PrusaSlicer. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: version_2.9.6).
Can PrusaSlicer replace Simplify3D?
PrusaSlicer is commonly used as a free alternative to Simplify3D. Features differ, so check that it opens the file formats and covers the workflows you rely on before switching.