Klipper vs Mainsail
Klipper
klipper3d.orgMainsail
docs.mainsail.xyzSide by side
| Figure | Klipper | Mainsail |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · 3D Printing Software | 7.7 (#22) | 8.4 (#5) |
| Integrations | Documented front ends include Mainsail, Fluidd, and OctoPrint, and common slicer G-code from SuperSlicer, Cura, and PrusaSlicer is supported. | Mainsail supports slicer workflows and documents Cura, IdeaMaker, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer integrations. |
| Purpose | Klipper is firmware that controls 3D printers by combining a general-purpose computer with one or more microcontrollers. | Mainsail is a web interface for managing and controlling 3D printers powered by Klipper firmware. |
Plans
In their own words
Mainsail
Mainsail has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.