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Simplify3D vs GrabCAD Print: catalog facts
Simplify3D	GrabCAD Print
Best for: Prepare and preview print jobs with a commercial 3D slicer	Best for: Workshops and companies running Stratasys 3D printers
Paid Requires a paid license or subscription. Trial availability and licensing depend on the edition.	Free + paid options Free with Stratasys printers; GrabCAD Print Pro is a paid upgrade.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, Android
Provides configurable slicing processes Includes support-generation and toolpath controls	Works directly with CAD files Included free with Stratasys printers All 3 strengths for GrabCAD Print Works directly with CAD files Included free with Stratasys printers Android app for keeping an eye on jobs
Requires a paid license and an appropriate printer profile.	Only for Stratasys printers Advanced production features require the paid Pro tier
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 Simplify3D simplify3d.com Catalog checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for GrabCAD Print grabcad.com/print Catalog checked September 24, 2026

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