Compare Slic3r and Ultimaker Cura 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (59.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Slic3r
Star Rating
(12)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Slic3rUltimaker Cura
Star Rating
(50)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ultimaker CuraSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Ultimaker Cura excels in ease of use with a score of 9.4, making it a preferred choice for beginners, while Slic3r, with a score of 8.2, is noted to have a steeper learning curve.
- Reviewers mention that Ultimaker Cura's file support is robust, particularly for STL and 3MF formats, scoring 9.6 and 9.7 respectively, whereas Slic3r shines in OBJ compatibility with a perfect score of 10.0, indicating its versatility in handling different file types.
- G2 users highlight that Slic3r offers superior mesh repair capabilities with a score of 9.0 compared to Ultimaker Cura's 6.3, making it a better option for users who frequently need to fix complex models.
- Users on G2 appreciate Ultimaker Cura's standalone slicer functionality, scoring 9.3, which allows for a more streamlined workflow, while Slic3r's integrated 3D modeling feature, with a score of 6.2, is seen as less effective.
- Reviewers mention that Ultimaker Cura has a higher quality of support with a score of 8.3, which is crucial for users needing assistance, while Slic3r's support quality is rated lower at 7.1, indicating potential challenges in getting help when needed.
- Users say that Ultimaker Cura's product direction is viewed positively with a score of 8.8, suggesting ongoing improvements and updates, while Slic3r received a perfect score of 10.0, indicating strong confidence in its future development.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Slic3r
No pricing availableUltimaker Cura
No pricing availableFree Trial
Slic3r
No trial information availableUltimaker Cura
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.8
10
9.3
44
Ease of Use
8.2
10
9.4
44
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.1
8
8.3
29
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
10
8.8
40
Features by Category
File Support
9.8
10
9.6
35
Not enough data
9.7
20
10.0
5
9.0
23
File Editing
9.0
5
6.3
17
6.3
9
7.6
27
Software Integrations
9.0
7
9.3
29
6.2
7
5.8
17
Software Type
Not enough data
6.8
14
9.8
9
9.4
26
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Slic3r and Ultimaker Cura are categorized as 3D Printing
Unique Categories
Slic3r has no unique categories
Ultimaker Cura has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Slic3r
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Ultimaker Cura
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Research
18.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
18.2%
Design
18.2%
Consumer Electronics
9.1%
Computer Software
9.1%
Other
27.3%
Design
12.2%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.2%
Higher Education
8.2%
Education Management
8.2%
Arts and Crafts
8.2%
Other
55.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Slic3r
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Marco M.
Verified User in Computer Software
I love the Slic3r software because it is the best Open Source slicer that can be found, thanks to its settings to be able to print 3D pieces in a very personalized way according to the 3D printer to be used. It is very useful to configure the speeds of...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Research
Sometimes file uploads were difficult or took some time
Ultimaker Cura
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Giovanni L.
Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Besides it being free, Cura provides so much to its users, and there is no other software better than it. I run all my 3d printing using cura. It can work for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Marco M.
Verified User in Computer Software
I love the Slic3r software because it is the best Open Source slicer that can be found, thanks to its settings to be able to print 3D pieces in a very personalized way according to the 3D printer to be used. It is very useful to configure the speeds of...
Giovanni L.
Verified User in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Besides it being free, Cura provides so much to its users, and there is no other software better than it. I run all my 3d printing using cura. It can work for hobbyists and professionals alike.
Verified User in Research
Sometimes file uploads were difficult or took some time
Discussions
What does a slicing software do?
1 comment
RQ
A slicer breaks down a 3d object into slices and patterns so they can be printed on an 3d printer. Think of it as a translator that translate a 3d object...Read more
Slic3r has no more discussions with answers
Is Ultimaker Cura the same as Cura?
1 comment
PP
Certainly! Please provide the text in the Unknown Language that you would like me to translate into English.Read more
Ultimaker Cura has no more discussions with answers
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