MeshInspector vs OpenSCAD
MeshInspector
meshinspector.com
OpenSCAD
openscad.orgSide by side
| Figure | MeshInspector | OpenSCAD |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $25/mo | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Spec score · 3D modeling software | 9.0 (#12) | 8.8 (#22) |
| File formats | Supported data includes STL, OBJ, PLY, 3MF, DICOM, E57, STEP, G-code and other mesh, volume and point-cloud formats. | It can use DXF outlines and parameters, and read and create 3D models in STL and OFF formats. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | The MeshInspector Web Suite page says it can integrate a viewer and tools into a customer platform and work with AWS and Azure servers. | The download page lists installation through MacPorts, Homebrew, WinGet and Linux distribution package managers, and provides Docker images. |
| Platforms | MeshInspector is available in a web browser and as desktop applications for Windows, macOS and Linux. | Official stable downloads target macOS, Windows and Linux, with additional BSD packages and source builds for other systems. |
| Purpose | MeshInspector processes 3D data for mesh repair, scan transformation and quality inspection, including workflows for printing, simulation and manufacturing. | OpenSCAD is software for creating solid 3D CAD models, with a focus on CAD rather than artistic modeling. |
| Rating on Capterra | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review | 4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews |
| Support | Paid pricing includes premium support with an advertised priority response of approximately 12 hours, and support is also offered by email. | The site directs users to community discussion on IRC, documentation, tutorials and a user manual. |
| System requirements | Windows minimum is Windows 10 64-bit, four CPU cores, 2 GB VRAM and 8 GB RAM; macOS minimum is Monterey with Intel Core i7 and 8–16 GB RAM; Linux minimum is Ubuntu 22.04 with 8 GB RAM. | The stable download page lists macOS 10.9 or newer and Windows 7 or newer on 32-bit or 64-bit x86. |
| What it does | MeshInspector processes, edits, repairs and inspects meshes, point clouds, volumetric data, lines, distance maps and G-code for printing, inspection and simulation workflows. | OpenSCAD creates solid 3D CAD models from script files rather than interactive drag-and-drop modeling. |
Plans
MeshInspector
- CommunityFree
- Makers$300 a year
- Professional$790 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
MeshInspector
MeshInspector processes 3D data for mesh repair, scan transformation, and quality inspection in printing, simulation, and manufacturing workflows. It handles meshes, point clouds, volumetric data, lines, distance maps, and G-code, and supports model import and export. Tools include STL editing and repair, mesh conversion, inspection measurements, distance comparisons, segmentation, and CT/MRI scan inspection.
The free Community plan includes viewing, basic mesh and point-cloud editing, basic repair, and measurements. Makers costs $300 a year per user and adds one-click repair, advanced editing, basic inspection, and alignment tools. Professional costs $790 a year per user and adds batch repair, lattice generation, point-cloud and CT/MRI-to-mesh workflows, QC reports, advanced measurements, and Python automation. Its 30-day Professional trial does not require a credit card; afterward, the account moves to Community. Web files are processed and stored in browser local memory, while desktop files are handled and stored locally. The product describes workflows for engineers, service bureaus, dental labs, and scanning professionals.