Mainsail vs SimplyPrint
Mainsail
docs.mainsail.xyzSimplyPrint
simplyprint.ioSide by side
| Figure | Mainsail | SimplyPrint |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | €40/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 9 |
| Spec score · 3D Printing Software | 8.4 (#5) | 8.1 (#13) |
| Integrations | Mainsail supports slicer workflows and documents Cura, IdeaMaker, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer integrations. | Listed integrations include Cura, OrcaSlicer, Tinkercad, Fusion 360, Blender, SketchUp, SolidWorks, FreeCAD, Zapier, n8n and Activepieces. |
| Product | Mainsail is a web interface for managing and controlling 3D printers powered by Klipper firmware. | SimplyPrint describes itself as a cloud 3D-printer management platform for slicing, monitoring, queueing and fleet management. |
Plans
SimplyPrint
- FreeFree
- Education€40 a month
- Enterprise€254.15 a month
- BasicPrice not published
- Cloud SlicerPrice not published
- District / Enterprise EducationPriced on request
- Filament ManagerPrice not published
- Print FarmPrice not published
- ProPrice not published
In their own words
Mainsail
Mainsail has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
SimplyPrint
SimplyPrint is a cloud platform for managing 3D printers, covering slicing, monitoring, print queues and fleet management. Users can control printers remotely, track filament and manage teams. The setup method depends on the printer: it can connect directly, through the SimplyPrint Client, or via a Raspberry Pi running OctoPrint over USB. The platform says it supports 633+ printer models from 138+ brands.
Its cloud slicer lists engines including PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer, BambuStudio, ElegooSlicer, CrealityPrint, Cura and Kiri:Moto. The iOS and Android app offers live camera access, printer controls, notifications and account features, depending on the user's plan. Integrations include design tools and automation services, and developer options include a REST API, webhooks and MCP. The Free plan is free and covers up to two printers, one user and one location, with monthly limits for cloud slices and AI Failure Detection hours. Paid plans start at $4.99/mo, and a 14-day trial is listed.