Best for: Fast, compact slicer that converts STL models into G-code for filament printers
Best for: Slicing for a Bambu Lab printer, especially multi-colour prints
Free + paid options
The single-extruder version is free. Pro and Premium licences unlock multi-extruder and advanced slicing.
Free
Free and open source under the AGPL. Some cloud features expect a Bambu Lab account, but local printing…
Full pricing details for Bambu Studio
Free and open source under the AGPL. Some cloud features expect a Bambu Lab account, but local printing does not.
Windows, macOS, Linux
Windows, macOS, Linux
Slicing is quick and the interface stays simple, which makes it a light alternative when a full slicer…
Full strengths for KISSlicer
Slicing is quick and the interface stays simple, which makes it a light alternative when a full slicer suite feels like too much for a straightforward print.
Multi-material painting with transition filament flushed into infill rather than a purge tower
Remote control and monitoring of a networked printer from the slicer
All 4 strengths for Bambu Studio
Multi-material painting with transition filament flushed into infill rather than a purge tower
Remote control and monitoring of a networked printer from the slicer
Reads STEP files and emits arc moves (G2/G3), plus assembly and explosion views
Multiple build plate management, auto-arrange and auto-orient
The free version is single-extruder only and closed source; multi-extruder printing and the advanced features need the…
Full limitations for KISSlicer
The free version is single-extruder only and closed source; multi-extruder printing and the advanced features need the paid Pro or Premium licences.
Built around Bambu Lab hardware; other printers need profiles set up by hand
Cloud features push you towards a Bambu account
All 4 limitations for Bambu Studio
Built around Bambu Lab hardware; other printers need profiles set up by hand
Cloud features push you towards a Bambu account
Linux support is AppImages for Ubuntu and Fedora plus a Flatpak, not native packages
Heavier and busier than PrusaSlicer, which it forked from
KISSlicer
Bambu Studio