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3D Slash vs Tinkercad
Both stand on diy makers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
3D Slash offers approachable shape-based modeling across web and desktop platforms, with imports, decals, sculpting, and print-oriented exports. The free tier supports basic creation, while paid plans add higher resolution, colors, immediate exports, folders, or managed accounts.
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Free plan iPhoneWeb
Tinkercad brings 3D design, electronics, coding, and classroom resources together in a free web and iOS app. Its default privacy setting for Circuits designs may be useful, while public sharing makes designs searchable and embeddable.
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| 3D Slash | Tinkercad | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium: $2 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 10 | 2 |
| Maker | 3D Slash | Tinkercad |
| Website | 3dslash.net | tinkercad.com |
| On diy makers | #3 of 23 | #7 of 23 |
3D Slash: what it does well
- Browser and desktop access
- Modeling from STL or OBJ files
- Image-based sculpting and engravings
- 3D print export support
- Free plan available
What to know first
- Free desktop app cannot save work
- Free exports are queued
- Premium requires annual billing
- Free plan has seven cube sizes
Tinkercad: what it does well
- Free plan includes design, simulation, coding, and classrooms.
- Supports 3D print export.
- Learning materials cover micro:bit and Arduino projects.
- Circuits designs are private by default.
- Public designs can be embedded on websites.
What to know first
- Free use is subject to the Terms of Service.
- Circuits designs appear in Gallery search when made public.
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