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ChiTuBox Basic vs Formware 3D: catalog facts
ChiTuBox Basic	Formware 3D

Best for: Resin 3D printing slicer that prepares models for SLA, DLP and LCD machines	Best for: Resin and DLP printer users preparing precise prints
Free + paid options The Basic edition is free to download. ChiTuBox Pro is a separate paid product.	Paid Paid software with a free 30-day trial.
Windows, macOS	Windows
It handles the resin-specific work that filament slicers skip, including hollowing, drain holes, automatic supports and per-layer exposure settings for the printer profile you pick.	Aimed specifically at DLP, resin and inkjet printing Includes support generation 30-day trial before buying
The free Basic edition is closed source and holds back the faster slicing engine and several support tools that are only in the paid Pro edition.	Paid after the trial Not intended for FDM printers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Not open source	Not open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for ChiTuBox Basic chitubox.com/en/product/chitubox Catalog checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Formware 3D formware.co Catalog checked September 24, 2026

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