Cura Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Cura for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Orca Slicer, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Cura and 19 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Cura are PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, MatterControl and Slic3r.

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  1. Orca Slicer icon
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    G-code generator for 3D printers (Bambu, Prusa, Voron, VzBot, RatRig, Creality, etc.).

    14 Orca Slicer alternatives

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    Orca Slicer vs Cura Comments
    Guest
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    It's fairly solid as a solution on it's supported platforms. Unfortunately, there's a dearth of profile settings for things like Filaments right now. It makes it clumsy that for the Ender 3v3 CoreXZ, they don't seem to support Polycarbonate on the Printer...even though it WILL (and I know, I've done it...) print it as readily Nylon. Mixed bag. Some will find it good. Some will find it usable with a LOT of annoyances.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    nayote
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    I used Prusa Slicer for a long time, but ORCA is much more complete. It's not intended for a novice audience, but it has a lot of features and I'd venture to say that it calculates the printing time much better.

    • Orca Slicer is Free and Open SourceCura is also Free and Open Source
  2. PrusaSlicer icon
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    An open-source, feature-rich, frequently updated tool that contains everything you need to export the perfect print files for your 3D printer.

    18 PrusaSlicer alternatives

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    PrusaSlicer vs Cura Comments
    marketingfelix
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    Cura has become unstable and slow in recent versions.

    • PrusaSlicer is Free and Open SourceCura is also Free and Open Source
  3. Bambu Studio icon
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    Bambu Studio is an open-source, cutting-edge, feature-rich slicing software. It contains project-based workflows, systematically optimized slicing algorithms, and an easy-to-use graphical interface, bringing users an incredibly smooth printing experience.

    17 Bambu Studio alternatives

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    • Flathub
     
  4. MatterControl icon
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    MatterControl is a free, open source app that lets you organize and manage your 3D prints. It's designed to help you get the most out of your 3D printer - making it easy to track, preview, and print your 3D parts.

    27 MatterControl alternatives

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  5. Slic3r icon
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    STL-to-GCODE translator for RepRap printers

    Here comes Slic3r! Its features are:

    • speed
    • ability to read STL, AMF, OBJ files and generate G-Code and SVG easy configuration and little or no calibration
    • provide both a graphic interface for positioning multiple objects and a c.
    24 Slic3r alternatives

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  6. 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

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    Simplify3D vs Cura Comments
    Guest
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    good but cura stay the best

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Simplify3D is Paid and ProprietaryCura is Free and Open Source
  7. IceSL icon
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    IceSL aims at making our latest research in modeling and slicing available as quickly as possible, in powerful yet accessible software.

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  8. 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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  9. Creality Print is a self-developed Fused deposition modeling slicing software produced by Creality. It’s a practical and easy-to-use tool that can help you remote control and monitor your 3D printer and help print directly from your computer.

    27 Creality Print alternatives

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  10. Lychee Slicer icon
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    Lychee Slicer is an elegant and powerful Slicer software for SLA/Resin 3D printer, answering the needs of figurine artists, jewel designers, and product designers.

    13 Lychee Slicer alternatives

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    • Flathub
     
  11. 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
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  12. 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.

    24 ideaMaker alternatives

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    ideaMaker vs Cura Comments
    Guest
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    It gives ability to control parameters of each layer.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • ideaMaker is Free and ProprietaryCura is Free and Open Source
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