Microsoft 3D Builder AlternativesOnly apps categorised as 3D Printing Tools

The best 3D Printing alternative to Microsoft 3D Builder is SketchUp. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Autodesk Tinkercad or Cura. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Microsoft 3D Builder and many of them are 3D Printing Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting 3D Printing Tool alternatives to Microsoft 3D Builder are Autodesk AutoCAD, MatterControl, Creality Print and meshmixer.

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  1. SketchUp icon

    SketchUp

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    Comprehensive 3D modeling software ideal for architecture, engineering, film, and gaming. It includes features like easy-to-use interface, sun and shadow analysis, color experimenting, and mock-up creation. Available in freeware and professional versions for diverse needs.

    165 SketchUp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • Some users think SketchUp is a great Microsoft 3D Builder alternative, some don't.

    • SketchUp is the most popular Web-based, Windows & Mac alternative to Microsoft 3D Builder.

    • SketchUp is the most popular commercial alternative to Microsoft 3D Builder.

    • SketchUp is Paid and ProprietaryMicrosoft 3D Builder is Free and Proprietary
  2. Autodesk AutoCAD icon

    Autodesk AutoCAD

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    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, cloud access, and subscription-based service for continual updates and collaborations.

    129 Autodesk AutoCAD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Autodesk AutoCAD is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Microsoft 3D Builder.

    • Autodesk AutoCAD is Paid and ProprietaryMicrosoft 3D Builder is Free and Proprietary
  4. Autodesk Tinkercad icon

    Autodesk Tinkercad

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    Tinkercad is a super easy-to-use, browser based 3D design tool. With Tinkercad you can create 3D printable items: toys to play with, decoration to light up your home or jewelry to express yourself. You dream it, you can make it!

    71 Autodesk Tinkercad alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Leading CAD software known for its robust 2D and 3D modeling capabilities, facilitating intricate designs in architecture, engineering, and construction across Mac, PC, and web. Features include a dynamic API for customization, c...

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  6. Cura icon

    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.

    26 Cura alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. MatterControl icon

    MatterControl

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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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Creality Print

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    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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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    meshmixer

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    meshmixer is an experimental 3D modeling tool for making 3D mashups without too much hassle.

    38 meshmixer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    IceSL

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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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. Slic3r icon

    Slic3r

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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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. Simplify3D icon

    Simplify3D

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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

    26 Simplify3D alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  14. Repetier icon

    Repetier

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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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  15. ReplicatorG icon

    ReplicatorG

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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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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