AstroPrint
7.4#1 in additive manufacturing softwareFrom $9.90 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
Visit| Fact | AstroPrint | ideaMaker |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | AstroPrint describes its service as suited to makers and education, with a free tier for casual users. | Raise3D presents ideaMaker as slicing software for AM production and professional users, and describes its workflow for AM manufacturers. |
| Support | The Premium plan includes priority email support, while Business & Education includes priority single point-of-contact phone support. | Raise3D directs users to report ideaMaker problems to its help.raise3d.com support site. |
AstroPrint suits makers and education users who want to manage printers, files, and print activity. Its free tier is described as suitable for casual users.
ideaMaker suits people preparing models for FFF, DLP, or SLS printing, including AM manufacturers and professional users. Its material profiles and adjustable slicing parameters may be useful for users seeking control over print preparation.