3DPrinterOS
7.0#5 in 3d printing softwareFrom $19 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
Visit3DPrinterOS vs Formlabs PreForm
Formlabs PreForm
6.2#10 in additive manufacturing softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | 3DPrinterOS | Formlabs PreForm |
|---|---|---|
| Company | The maker’s knowledge base says 3DPrinterOS is a solution by 3D Control Systems, Inc., based in California, United States, and founded in 2014. | Formlabs says it began in 2011, when three MIT graduate students built its first printer, and lists Boston, Massachusetts as its global headquarters. |
| Founded | 2014 | 2011 |
| Headquarters | California, United States | Somerville, Massachusetts, USA |
| Purpose | 3DPrinterOS provides a cloud platform to manage 3D printers, files, users, and print workflows. | PreForm prepares 3D prints automatically and uploads them to Formlabs SLA or SLS printers. |
3DPrinterOS plans
- Premium$19 a month
- EducationPriced on request
- EnterprisePriced on request
Formlabs PreForm plans
- FreeFree
Pick 3DPrinterOS if…
3DPrinterOS suits people or organizations managing 3D printers and print workflows. Its listed audiences include education organizations and manufacturing, engineering, and prototyping teams.
Pick Formlabs PreForm if…
PreForm suits people preparing prints for Formlabs SLA or SLS printers, including users who want automated layout and support generation. Its customizable material settings and CAD integrations also suit workflows that need tailored print preparation.