CHITUBOX vs Simplify3D
CHITUBOX
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| Figure | CHITUBOX | Simplify3D |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Spec score · 3D Slicer Software | 8.4 (#1) | 7.4 (#22) |
| Spec score · 3D Printing Software | 8.4 (#4) | 7.4 (#30) |
| Spec score · Additive Manufacturing Software | 8.2 (#3) | 7.3 (#14) |
| License limits | A personal license key can be used on up to two computers, while a team license key can be used on up to five computers. | Each license can be used on one computer at a time, while a single license may be used with multiple printers owned and operated by the customer. |
| Purpose | CHITUBOX Basic slices and converts 3D mesh files into printable files for 3D printing. | Simplify3D describes its desktop software as build preparation software for the 3D printing process. |
| Security and privacy | The maker's privacy statement says users may use the site and software without providing personal information, though some features and notices may require it. | The privacy policy says Simplify3D uses security measures to help protect information stored in connection with its site, while stating it cannot guarantee protection from unauthorized access. |
Plans
CHITUBOX
- CHITUBOX BasicFree
- CHITUBOX Dental 3 Years$499, paid once
- CHITUBOX Dental MonthlyPrice not published
- CHITUBOX Dental YearlyPrice not published
In their own words
CHITUBOX
CHITUBOX Basic slices 3D mesh files and converts them into printable files for 3D printing. It runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows and imports STL, OBJ, and 3MF models. Before printing, its checks can identify cavities, collisions, overhangs, and islands. Basic is listed at free. CHITUBOX Pro adds model splitting, labels, Boolean operations, custom holes, and multiple support forms. It also offers ChituAction for scripted workflows, Magic Supports for automated custom support creation, and a Resin Material Alliance cloud library for downloading resin data and uploading custom material data. Network Sending requires ChituManager and a compatible printer. A CHITUBOX account page offers a 7-day Pro trial after login. Personal license keys work on up to two computers and team keys on up to five. CHITUBOX Dental is designed for dentistry and provides one-click preparation for dental models; its license supports one computer. Dental plan listings include a 3-year plan for $499 as a one-time purchase and a yearly plan for $1,951,229 a year. A monthly Dental plan is listed without a price.
Simplify3D
Simplify3D has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.