Universal Gcode Sender Alternatives

Universal Gcode Sender is described as 'A free and full featured gcode platform used for interfacing with advanced CNC controllers like GRBL , FluidNC, TinyG, g2core and Smoothieware. Universal Gcode Sender is a self-contained Java application which includes all external dependencies and can be used on most computers' and is an app in the system & hardware category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Universal Gcode Sender for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Raspberry Pi and Web-based apps. The best Universal Gcode Sender alternative is Rayforge, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Universal Gcode Sender are LightBurn, gSender, bCNC and NC-Corrector.

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  1. Rayforge icon

    Rayforge

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    Rayforge is a modern, cross-platform G-code sender and control software for GRBL-based laser cutters and engravers. Built with Gtk4 and Libadwaita, it provides a clean, native interface for Linux and Windows, offering a full suite of tools for both hobbyists and professionals.

    10 Rayforge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Snapcraft
    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • Rayforge is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Universal Gcode Sender.

    • Rayforge is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Universal Gcode Sender.

    • Rayforge is Free and Open SourceUniversal Gcode Sender is also Free and Open Source
  2. LightBurn icon

    LightBurn

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    LightBurn is layout, editing, and control software for your laser cutter.

    11 LightBurn alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • LightBurn is the most popular commercial alternative to Universal Gcode Sender.

    • LightBurn is Paid and ProprietaryUniversal Gcode Sender is Free and Open Source
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    gSender

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    gSender is a feature-packed CNC interface software designed to be clean and easy to learn while retaining a depth of capabilities for advanced users. Its development was begun in 2019 out of a passion for hobby CNC machines: an interface reimagined to suit the needs of the...

    12 gSender alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  5. bCNC

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    GrblHAL (formerly GRBL) CNC command sender, autoleveler, g-code editor, digitizer, CAM and swiss army knife for all your CNC needs.

    12 bCNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  6. NC-Corrector icon

    NC-Corrector

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    NC-Corrector. Freeware G-Code editor. Simple G-code editor, backplotter for CNC machines (with RS232 support).

    10 NC-Corrector alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. Candle icon

    Candle

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    GRBL controller application with G-Code visualizer written in Qt.

    13 Candle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  9. GRBL- Plotter icon

    GRBL- Plotter

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    A GCode sender (not only for lasers or plotters) for up to two GRBL controller. SVG, DXF, HPGL import. 6 axis DRO.

    17 GRBL- Plotter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. CNCjs icon

    CNCjs

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    A web-based interface for CNC milling controller running Grbl, Smoothieware, or TinyG. It runs on an Raspberry Pi or a laptop computer that you have Node.js installed, connecting to the Arduino over a serial connection using a USB serial port, a Bluetooth serial module, or a...

    12 CNCjs alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  11. Ultimate CNC icon

    Ultimate CNC

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    G-Code sender application for GRBL-based CNC-machines with Windows, Linux and MacOS. Features: Visualizes g-code and real time traces in 3D, Autoleveling Z-axis for PCB milling, Tool changes, Custom commands through macros...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. ChiliPeppr icon

    ChiliPeppr

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    Create Javascript software workspaces that talk to your hardware. Use one of our hugely popular workspaces or create your own by forking one you like.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • ChiliPeppr is the most popular Web-based alternative to Universal Gcode Sender.

    • ChiliPeppr is Free and ProprietaryUniversal Gcode Sender is Free and Open Source
  14. PlanetCNC icon

    PlanetCNC

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    A free CNC controller software that works only with Mk3 and Mk4 USB controllers sold by PlanetCNC. You can use this software on PCs running Windows, macOS, RaspberryPi, or Linux OS.

    11 PlanetCNC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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