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FDM Monster vs Prusa Connect: catalog facts
FDM MonsterPrusa Connect

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FDM Monster printer dashboard

Best for: Running a mixed 3D printer farm from one self-hosted dashboard

Best for: Prusa printer owners who want to start and watch prints remotely

Free

Source code is published on GitHub, and no paid tier is mentioned.

Free

Free to use with a Prusa account, including free cloud storage for G-code.

Web, Self-hosted Web
  • Supports OctoPrint, Moonraker, PrusaLink and Bambu Lab printers in one dashboard
  • Runs on your own local network or server
All 4 strengths for FDM Monster
  • Supports OctoPrint, Moonraker, PrusaLink and Bambu Lab printers in one dashboard
  • Runs on your own local network or server
  • Docker setup included in the repository
  • Actively developed with a long commit history
  • Remote control and monitoring from any browser
  • Per-printer print queue and history
All 4 strengths for Prusa Connect
  • Remote control and monitoring from any browser
  • Per-printer print queue and history
  • Manages several printers and spreads jobs between them
  • Filament statistics and real-time telemetry
  • Needs a server and some setup before use
  • Aimed at multi-printer setups, so it adds overhead for a single printer
All 3 limitations for FDM Monster
  • Needs a server and some setup before use
  • Aimed at multi-printer setups, so it adds overhead for a single printer
  • License is not stated in the research
  • Only works with supported Prusa printers
  • Requires an account and an internet connection
All 3 limitations for Prusa Connect
  • Only works with supported Prusa printers
  • Requires an account and an internet connection
  • Timelapse support is not available yet
Self-hosted Web application, Hosted service
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet
Sources for FDM Monster

Catalog checked September 24, 2026

Sources for Prusa Connect

Catalog checked September 24, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.