1 Topic by metaldrgn

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Topic: best slicer software?

I've heard of and am currently using kisslicer which works well but I was wondering what others are out there and if there are any that are better. I know of slic3r and the other one repetier-host comes with.

2 Reply by n2ri

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Re: best slicer software?

try cura

Solidoodle 2 with Deluxe kit cover & glass bed with heater. and 2nd board SD2 used not 3rd and alum platform not installed yet still wood. also need cooling fan installed to board. use Repetier Host couple vers. Slic3r also have all free ware STL programs

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Re: best slicer software?

Slic3r is probably the most flexible, but makes terrible support. Simplify3D is less flexible, but creates supports well worth the price if you need supports often. I haven't tried Cura myself, but I believe it is the best choice for multiple extruders at the moment.

4 Reply by metaldrgn (edited by metaldrgn 2015-09-20 03:53:06)

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Re: best slicer software?

Lol this is Old.

I use Slic3r every once in awhile. Never for anything that needs supports though. Kisslicer is still my main program especially the newer version. Haven't actually used Cura yet. I've looked into simplify 3d but I don't really have a good opinion about it yet. It looks nice although I see some drawbacks but more testing is needed.