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OctoPrintMainsail

Screenshots

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Screenshots

Mainsail dashboard with temperature chart, toolhead controls and console next to the mobile layout

Best for: Control and monitor a 3D printer from a browser

Best for: Control a Klipper printer through a browser dashboard

Free

Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.

 Free

Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.

Linux, Self-hosted, Web Self-hosted, Web
  • Manages uploaded print files and print jobs
  • Supports an extensive plugin system
  • Shows printer status and job controls
  • Provides configuration and print-file management
  • Requires a host computer and a compatible printer connection.
  • Requires Klipper and a compatible Moonraker installation.
Self-hosted, Web application Self-hosted, Web application
Open source Open source
License: AGPL-3.0 License: GPL-3.0
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

Sources

Catalog checked September 22, 2026

Sources

Catalog checked September 22, 2026

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