PyCAM Alternatives

PyCAM is described as 'Toolpath generator for 3-axis CNC machining. It loads 3D models in STL format or 2D contour models from DXF or SVG files. The resulting GCode can be used with EMC2 or any other machine controller' and is an app in the system & hardware category. There are more than 10 alternatives to PyCAM for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best PyCAM alternative is Ink/Stitch, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like PyCAM are Embroidermodder, Blender CAM, LaserWeb and Mastercam.

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PyCAM is a toolpath generator for 3-axis CNC machining. It loads 3D models in STL format or 2D contour models from DXF or...

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  1. Ink/Stitch icon

    Ink/Stitch

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    An Inkscape extension for designing machine embroidery patterns.

    10 Ink/Stitch alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Inkscape
    Ink/Stitch screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  No registration required
    4.  No Tracking

    Ink/Stitch VS PyCAM

     

    • Ink/Stitch is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to PyCAM.

    • Ink/Stitch is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to PyCAM.

    • Ink/Stitch is Free and Open SourcePyCAM is also Free and Open Source
    • Ink/Stitch is Privacy focused and LightweightPyCAM is not according to our users
  2. Embroidermodder icon

    Embroidermodder

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    Embroidermodder is a free machine embroidery software program which allows editing, scaling, and translating sewing machine embroidery files to a variety of formats. It allows the user to add custom modifications to their embroidery designs.

    12 Embroidermodder alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
    Embroidermodder runs on all major operating systems.

    Embroidermodder Features

    1.  Support for Layers
    2.  Portable
    3.  Graphical User Interface

    Embroidermodder VS PyCAM

     
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    Blender CAM

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    Blender CAM is an open source solution for artistic CAM - Computer aided machining - a g-code generation tool.

    Blender CAM is an add-on for the free open-source Blender 3d package.

    19 Blender CAM alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Blender
    Blender CAM screenshot 1

    Blender CAM Features

    1.  Portable

    Blender CAM VS PyCAM

     
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    LaserWeb

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    Collaborative effort on the next version of LaserWeb / CNCWeb.

    14 LaserWeb alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    LaserWeb screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The latest version (4.0.996) was released in June 2018.

    LaserWeb Features

    1.  WebGL

    LaserWeb VS PyCAM

     

    • LaserWeb is the most popular Web-based alternative to PyCAM.

    • LaserWeb is Free and Open SourcePyCAM is also Free and Open Source
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    Mastercam

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    Program your manufactured parts with leading-edge features for precision and efficiency. Creating code to drive your CNC equipment is what Mastercam does best.

    24 Mastercam alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Mastercam screenshot 1

    Mastercam Features

    1.  Parametric Modeling
    2.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

    Mastercam VS PyCAM

     

    • Mastercam is the most popular commercial alternative to PyCAM.

    • Mastercam is Paid and ProprietaryPyCAM is Free and Open Source
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    LinuxCNC

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    LinuxCNC controls CNC machines. It can drive milling machines, lathes, 3D printers, laser cutters, plasma cutters, robot arms, hexapods, and more.

    8 LinuxCNC alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    LinuxCNC VS PyCAM

     
    Comments about LinuxCNC as an Alternative to PyCAM
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    Like Mach3, this is for controlling machines, not generating the paths said machines follow.

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    • LinuxCNC is Free and Open SourcePyCAM is also Free and Open Source
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    gCAD3D

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    gCAD3D is a 3D CAD CAM application that features an integrated 3D OpenGL viewer, a program interpreter for geometry and NC-commands in 3D, an integrated NC-processor, and a programming interface for user programs.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    gCAD3D screenshot 1

    gCAD3D Features

    1.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

    gCAD3D VS PyCAM

     

  10. jscut

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    A CAM in your browser! Convert your SVG files to CNC cutting paths with this tool.

    12 jscut alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    jscut screenshot 1

    jscut VS PyCAM

     

    • jscut is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to PyCAM.

    • jscut is Free and Open SourcePyCAM is also Free and Open Source
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    CamBam

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    CamBam is an application to create CAM files (gcode) from CAD source files or its own internal geometry editor. CamBam has many users worldwide, from CNC hobbyists to professional machinists and engineers.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    CamBam screenshot 1

    CamBam Features

    1.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

    CamBam VS PyCAM

     
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    Mach3

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    Mach3 is very popular among the Hobby CNC community. Artsoft produces Mach3 software and has been around for some time. This software can be used as a fully functional CNC control or used as a CNC simulator for training, learning or testing CNC programs.

    10 Mach3 alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Mach3 screenshot 1

    Mach3 VS PyCAM

     
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    PyCAM generates Gcode from 3D geometry, while Mach3 interprets said Gcode to produce signals that control CNC machinery. They are two parts of the same workflow.

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    • Mach3 is Freemium and ProprietaryPyCAM is Free and Open Source
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    SprutCAM

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    The fast and easy way to create CNC or robot milling programs that let you get the very best from your machines.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SprutCAM screenshot 1

    SprutCAM Features

    1.  Full kinematic control
    2.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

    SprutCAM VS PyCAM

     
  14. ECam icon

    ECam

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    ECAM is a programming system for CNC lathes and machining centers. He combines features of CAD / CAM systems with typical features of conversational programming.

    17 ECam alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    ECam screenshot 1

    ECam Features

    1.  Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

    ECam VS PyCAM

     
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