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3D Systems 3DXpert vs Autodesk Netfabb
Both stand on computer-aided manufacturing (cam) software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Windows
Visit 3D Systems 3DXpert Free plan Windows
Netfabb covers model preparation through advanced additive manufacturing optimization in tiered plans. Its Windows-only availability and lack of cloud slicing may affect deployment choices.
Visit Autodesk NetfabbThe facts
| 3D Systems 3DXpert | Autodesk Netfabb | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | 3dsystems.com | autodesk.com |
| On computer-aided manufacturing (cam) software | #6 of 16 | #2 of 16 |
3D Systems 3DXpert: what it does well
Autodesk Netfabb: what it does well
- Prepares and modifies additive-manufacturing models
- Provides automatic supports and model repair
- Includes printer control and multi-material tools
- Premium adds automatic 3D packing
- Ultimate offers Lua scripting automation
What to know first
- Cloud slicing is not supported
- Only Windows is listed
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