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Materializr vs Dune 3D: catalog facts
MaterializrDune 3D

Best for: Makers who want parametric CAD for 3D printed parts without a steep learning curve

Best for: Design constrained 3D parts with a parametric CAD editor

Free

Free and open source under the GPL, with no subscription.

Free

The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and external services are separate.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, Linux
  • Constraint-based sketching and real solid modeling
  • Threads plus SVG and text engraving
All 4 strengths for Materializr
  • Constraint-based sketching and real solid modeling
  • Threads plus SVG and text engraving
  • STL and STEP export
  • Runs on phones, tablets and desktops
  • Supports STEP exchange, chamfers and fillets.
  • Young project with no tagged GitHub releases
  • Less capable than full professional CAD suites
All 3 limitations for Materializr
  • Young project with no tagged GitHub releases
  • Less capable than full professional CAD suites
  • Largely AI-generated code, by the project's own account
  • Its focus is mechanical CAD rather than character animation.
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later License: GPL-3.0
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline
Sources for Materializr

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

Sources for Dune 3D

Catalog checked September 22, 2026

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