Cura Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Cura for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is PrusaSlicer, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to Cura and 17 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Cura are Orca Slicer, Lychee Slicer, Bambu Studio and MatterControl.

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Cura alternatives are mainly 3D Printing Tools but may also be 3D Modelers or CAD Software.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Cura.
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Cura 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.

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Cura alternatives page was last updated Aug 6, 2024
  1. PrusaSlicer icon
     19 likes

    An open-source, feature-rich, frequently updated tool that contains everything you need to export the perfect print files for your 3D printer.

    16 PrusaSlicer alternatives
    PrusaSlicer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    PrusaSlicer Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Portable
    PrusaSlicer iconCura Icon

    PrusaSlicer VS Cura

    Is PrusaSlicer a good alternative to Cura?
     
    Comments about PrusaSlicer as an Alternative to Cura
     
    marketingfelix

    Cura has become unstable and slow in recent versions.

    Positive commentDec 29, 2023
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    • Almost everyone thinks PrusaSlicer is a great Cura alternative.

    • PrusaSlicer is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Cura.

    • PrusaSlicer is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cura.

    • PrusaSlicer is Free and Open SourceCura is also Free and Open Source
  2. Orca Slicer icon
     8 likes

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

    12 Orca Slicer alternatives
    Orca Slicer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux

    Orca Slicer Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  3D Printing
    Orca Slicer iconCura Icon

    Orca Slicer VS Cura

    Is Orca Slicer a good alternative to Cura?
     
    Comments about Orca Slicer as an Alternative to Cura
     
    nayote

    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.

    Positive commentAug 6, 2024
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    • Orca Slicer is Free and Open SourceCura is also Free and Open Source
  3. Lychee Slicer icon
     5 likes

    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.

    11 Lychee Slicer alternatives
    Lychee Slicer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub

    Lychee Slicer Features

    1.  SLA
    Lychee Slicer iconCura Icon

    Lychee Slicer VS Cura

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  4. Bambu Studio icon
     1 like

    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.

    15 Bambu Studio alternatives
    Bambu Studio screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub

    Bambu Studio Features

    1.  Ad-free
    Bambu Studio iconCura Icon

    Bambu Studio VS Cura

    Is Bambu Studio a good alternative to Cura?
     
  5. MatterControl icon
     20 likes

    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.

    25 MatterControl alternatives
    MatterControl screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    MatterControl iconCura Icon

    MatterControl VS Cura

    Is MatterControl a good alternative to Cura?
     
  6. Slic3r icon
     23 likes

    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.
    22 Slic3r alternatives
    Slic3r screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Slic3r Features

    1.  Ad-free
    Slic3r iconCura Icon

    Slic3r VS Cura

    Is Slic3r a good alternative to Cura?
     
  7. IceSL icon
     5 likes

    IceSL aims at making our latest research in modeling and slicing available as quickly as possible, in powerful yet accessible software.

    21 IceSL alternatives
    IceSL screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    IceSL iconCura Icon

    IceSL VS Cura

    Is IceSL a good alternative to Cura?
     
  8. Printrun icon
     6 likes

    Printrun is a full suite of host interfaces for 3D printers and CNC, consisting of:

    16 Printrun alternatives
    Printrun screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Printrun Features

    1.  G-code terminal
    Printrun iconCura Icon

    Printrun VS Cura

    Is Printrun a good alternative to Cura?
     
  9. SuperSlicer icon
     5 likes

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

    13 SuperSlicer alternatives
    SuperSlicer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    SuperSlicer iconCura Icon

    SuperSlicer VS Cura

    Is SuperSlicer a good alternative to Cura?
     
  10. Simplify3D icon
     9 likes

    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

    23 Simplify3D alternatives
    Simplify3D screenshot 1

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Simplify3D iconCura Icon

    Simplify3D VS Cura

    Is Simplify3D a good alternative to Cura?
     
    Comments about Simplify3D as an Alternative to Cura
     
    Guest

    good but cura stay the best

    Positive commentJan 2, 2019
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    • Some users think Simplify3D is a great Cura alternative, some don't.

    • Simplify3D is the most popular commercial alternative to Cura.

    • Simplify3D is Paid and ProprietaryCura is Free and Open Source
  11. Repetier icon
     5 likes

    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.

    19 Repetier alternatives
    Repetier screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Repetier iconCura Icon

    Repetier VS Cura

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  12. SimplyPrint icon
     10 likes

    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.

    20 SimplyPrint alternatives
    SimplyPrint screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox

    SimplyPrint Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Users
    2.  3D Printing
    3.  Remote monitoring
    4.  Business process automation
    5.  Ad-free
    SimplyPrint iconCura Icon

    SimplyPrint VS Cura

    Is SimplyPrint a good alternative to Cura?
     
    • SimplyPrint is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to Cura.

    • SimplyPrint is Free and ProprietaryCura is Free and Open Source
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