Marlin
5.7#33 in 3d printing softwareFree planFree planSelf-hosted
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Polar Cloud
8.1#1 in 3d printing softwareFrom $79 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Marlin | Polar Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 | 2013 |
Marlin plans
- Marlin FirmwareFree
Polar Cloud plans
- FreeFree
- Monthly$9 a month
- Annual$79 a year
- Print Farm$79 a year
- Classroom$199 a year
- School$499 a year
Pick Marlin if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Polar Cloud if…
Polar Cloud suits makers who want browser-based slicing and remote print controls, as well as classrooms and schools using roster and account-management integrations. Larger fleets are directed to Education or Enterprise plans.