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OrcaSlicer vs RaiseCloud
Both stand on 3d printing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
OrcaSlicer offers extensive FDM calibration and print controls at no cost. Its offline operation is optional integrations aside, while resin and cloud slicing are outside its supported scope.
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RaiseCloud combines remote printer oversight, job assignment, and team workflow tools in a free service. Check printer compatibility and firmware before relying on it for a production workflow.
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| OrcaSlicer | RaiseCloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | orcaslicer.com | raise3d.com |
| On 3d printing software | #19 of 35 | #23 of 35 |
OrcaSlicer: what it does well
- Free and open-source under AGPL-3.0
- Calibration tools cover flow, temperature and retraction
- Can send jobs to and monitor supported print hosts
- Supports model repair and variable layer height
What to know first
- Does not support resin slicing
- Cloud slicing is not supported
- Nightly builds may be unstable
RaiseCloud: what it does well
- Remote control and live monitoring for print jobs.
- Jobs can be assigned automatically to available printers.
- Integrates with ideaMaker for sliced G-code workflows.
- Available on web, Android, and iOS.
- The listed plan is free.
What to know first
- Raise3D says it works best with the latest printer firmware.
- The current product pages do not state usage limits.
- Open-source printer compatibility is described as applying to most printers.
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