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Bambu Studio

Bambu Studio is free slicing software for preparing 3D-printing projects, with project-based workflows, optimized slicing algorithms, and a graphical interfa…

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#14 of 27
Score
6.2
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What Bambu Studio is

Bambu Studio is free slicing software for preparing 3D-printing projects, with project-based workflows, optimized slicing algorithms, and a graphical interface. It runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows. Tools include basic slicing, a G-code viewer, management of multiple plates, and automatic object arrangement and orientation. Users can choose hybrid, tree, normal, or customized supports, and use multi-material printing and painting tools. Additional capabilities include STEP support, assembly and explosion views, and arc-path support. Listed remote features cover printer control and monitoring. The software is licensed under GNU AGPL version 3. Its networking plugin is optional and uses non-free libraries; users can slice and then print by SD card without it. On Linux, the project offers AppImages for Ubuntu and Fedora and points to Flathub. Bambu Lab describes privacy options including LAN-Only Mode, offline firmware updates, and Stealth Printing, which avoids cloud storage of print files unless the user chooses it.

Good

  • Free plan with no trial required
  • Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
  • Includes multiple support styles and painting tools
  • Remote printer control and monitoring are listed
  • SD card printing works without the optional plugin

Watch out

  • Networking plugin uses non-free libraries
  • Linux release options are specified for Ubuntu, Fedora, and Flathub

Who it suits

Bambu Studio suits 3D-printing users who want slicing, support, and multi-material tools in one workflow. Its Linux, macOS, and Windows availability offers options across desktop platforms.

Verdict

Bambu Studio combines project-based slicing with print-preparation and remote-control features. The optional networking plugin is not required for SD card printing after slicing.

Plans and prices

From Bambu Studio's own pricing page, checked 30 Sep 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
Bambu StudioFree3D slicing software · optional networking plugin · SD card printing without the plugin

The facts

Each one read from Bambu Studio's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

Advanced tools
Additional features include STEP support, assembly and explosion views, and arc-path support.checked 30 Sep 2026
Cloud security
For cloud features, Bambu Lab describes encrypted HTTPS, MQTTS, and DTLS communications and secure device authentication.checked 30 Sep 2026
License
Bambu Studio is licensed under GNU AGPL version 3.checked 30 Sep 2026
Model library connection
Bambu Lab says MakerWorld models include print profiles optimized for Bambu Lab printers.checked 30 Sep 2026
Networking limitation
The networking plugin uses non-free libraries, is optional, and printing by SD card is available after slicing without it.checked 30 Sep 2026
Privacy options
Bambu Lab describes LAN-Only Mode, offline firmware updates, and Stealth Printing, which avoids cloud storage of print files unless the user chooses it.checked 30 Sep 2026
Profiles
Bambu Lab says Bambu Studio includes printer and filament profiles based on tests by its engineers and integrated with hardware logic.checked 30 Sep 2026
Purpose
Bambu Studio is slicing software with project-based workflows, optimized slicing algorithms, and a graphical interface.checked 30 Sep 2026
Remote features
Its listed features include remote printer control and monitoring.checked 30 Sep 2026
Slicing tools
It includes basic slicing, a G-code viewer, multiple plate management, and object auto-arrange and auto-orient tools.checked 30 Sep 2026
Software security
Bambu Lab says Bambu Studio is code-signed and uses virtual-machine protection, anti-debugging measures, and regular security updates.checked 30 Sep 2026
Supports and materials
It offers hybrid, tree, normal, and customized supports, plus multi-material printing and painting tools.checked 30 Sep 2026

The company

Company certifications
Bambu Lab says it has ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, and TRUSTe Enterprise Privacy certifications.checked 30 Sep 2026

Where it runs

Linux availability
The project says its Linux release page provides AppImages for Ubuntu and Fedora, and points to a Flathub version for Linux platforms.checked 30 Sep 2026
Platforms
The project lists prebuilt releases for Windows, 64-bit macOS, and Linux.checked 30 Sep 2026

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