Which slicing software are you using?

manalfa · 2016-05-26T20:33:45.000Z

Hi guys,

I was wondering which slicing software most people are using. I have only used MakerWare for my prints and was wondering if the majority are using something different. I have read many great reviews about S3D but I am mainly looking for open-source and free software.

deonsmt · 2016-05-26T22:13:24.000Z

Slic3r is very common and works very well.

There’s a list of 3D related software here: https://all3dp.com/best-3d-printing-software-tools/

DigiPhy3D · 2016-05-27T16:24:29.000Z

Cura works quite well for me.

manalfa · 2016-05-27T21:56:27.000Z

Thanks! Just wondering, is there a difference between using slic3r vs. using slic3r through repetier-host?

deonsmt · 2016-05-27T22:11:42.000Z

repetier uses the same slic3r you install. I use slic3r to generate code for my XYZ DaVinci. The stock XYZ slicer does a poor job with narrow sections so slic3r became the tool of choice. I have used others but once you get the hang of slic3r, you stick with it! You can use slic3r independently of the machine control software.

3dprintingguy · 2016-05-28T01:53:49.000Z

another option you can do is use meshmixer to put in supports and then slice with makerware