Alternatives to Formware 3D

Print-preparation software for DLP, resin and inkjet 3D printers, including support generation. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.

  • Formware 3D

    Print-preparation software for DLP, resin and inkjet 3D printers, including support generation.

    PaidProprietaryWindows

Replacements

Listings that take over the same core job as Formware 3D.

  • ChiTuBox Basic

    Resin 3D printing slicer that prepares models for SLA, DLP and LCD machines.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindowsmacOS

    ChiTuBox Basic is a freemium resin slicer for Windows and macOS with hollowing, drain holes and automatic supports, though faster slicing and extra support tools require Pro.

  • Lychee Slicer

    A resin-focused slicer with a free tier, strong automatic supports and a large printer profile library.

    FreemiumProprietaryWindowsmacOSLinux

    Lychee Slicer is a freemium resin slicer that also runs on Linux, with automatic supports and large profile libraries, but the free tier shows ads and expects an account.

  • PrusaSlicer

    Prusa Research's slicer, based on Slic3r, for both filament and resin printers and no account required.

    FreeOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinux

    PrusaSlicer is free and open source under AGPL-3.0, handles both resin and filament printers on Windows, macOS and Linux, and needs no account.

  • PreForm

    Formlabs print preparation software for its SLA resin and SLS powder 3D printers.

    FreeProprietaryWindowsmacOS

    PreForm is free with automatic print setup and a native Apple silicon build, but it only works with Formlabs SLA and SLS printers.

  • mslicer

    Slice 3D models for resin printers.

    FreeOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinux

    mslicer is a free GPL-3.0 resin slicer for Windows, macOS and Linux that exports CTB and GOO formats, so check your printer accepts one.

  • SuperSlicer

    A PrusaSlicer fork with extra fine-tuning settings, generated calibration tests and better thin-wall handling.

    FreeOpen sourceWindowsmacOSLinux

    SuperSlicer is a free AGPL-3.0 PrusaSlicer fork that outputs masked SLA PNG layers alongside FFF G-code, though its focus is filament printing.

Similar software

Related functionality, not a direct replacement.