Software Alternatives & Reviews

PrusaSlicer VS Slic3r

Compare PrusaSlicer VS Slic3r and see what are their differences

PrusaSlicer logo PrusaSlicer

PrusaSlicer (formerly known as Slic3r PE) is our own in-house developed slicer software based on the open-source project Slic3r.

Slic3r logo Slic3r

STL-to-GCODE translator for RepRap printers Here comes Slic3r! Its features are: - speed
  • PrusaSlicer Landing page
    Landing page //
    2023-04-20
  • Slic3r Landing page
    Landing page //
    2018-12-27

PrusaSlicer videos

Use the new PrusaSlicer 2.3 with ANY 3D Printer!

More videos:

  • Review - PrusaSlicer: An In-Depth Walkthrough from Install to Print
  • Review - New features in PrusaSlicer 2.4 - MMU painting, improved supports and more!

Slic3r videos

๐Ÿ“Œ3DBenchy Top 3D Slicers Comparison Simplify3D vs Cura vs Slic3r vs Ideamaker vs Kiss vs Craftware

More videos:

  • Review - Slic3r and Cura: Which One is Better
  • Review - 3D printing guides - Setting up Slic3r

Category Popularity

0-100% (relative to PrusaSlicer and Slic3r)
3D
38 38%
62% 62
Architecture
39 39%
61% 61
CAD
35 35%
65% 65
Photos & Graphics
52 52%
48% 48

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Social recommendations and mentions

Based on our record, Slic3r seems to be more popular. It has been mentiond 3 times since March 2021. We are tracking product recommendations and mentions on various public social media platforms and blogs. They can help you identify which product is more popular and what people think of it.

PrusaSlicer mentions (0)

We have not tracked any mentions of PrusaSlicer yet. Tracking of PrusaSlicer recommendations started around Mar 2021.

Slic3r mentions (3)

  • How would I split this model in Cura? (More details below)
    I split my Boba Fett helmet STL in Slic3r. It was incredibly easy to split the file into 8 parts. The top and bottom halves split at the visor line, then split those pieces into halves and then halves again so they will fit on the bed. Source: almost 2 years ago
  • What? Brim printed fine, but why is it doing this? Using Hatchbox PLA at 210 nozzle temp and 70 bed temp on an Ender 5 Plus. I'm using the Creality Slicer that came with
    Try using a diffent slicer. Either cura or slic3r. Source: over 2 years ago
  • tesla turbine style fan blade.
    I use Slic3r where the preview is quite easy to get, but the configuration might be a bit scary to get done (although the defaults are reasonable) as you want to try with adding or removing support material. Source: almost 3 years ago

What are some alternatives?

When comparing PrusaSlicer and Slic3r, you can also consider the following products

Cura - Cura aims to be a end solution for personal 3D printing with RepRap based machines.

MatterControl - MatterControl is a free, open source app that lets you organize and manage your 3D prints.

Lychee Slicer - A POWERFUL AND VERSATILE SLICER FOR SLA RESIN 3D PRINTERS With Lychee, prepare your 3D models for 3D printing: define the best orientation, create supports automatically, or manually, preview before sending them to your 3D printer.

Repetier - Software for controlling RepRap style 3D-printer like Mendel, Darwin or Prusa mendel.

Photonic3D - Photonic3D is the most customizable and powerful resin printer software available.

IceSL - Welcome to IceSL!