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Snapmaker Orca vs PrusaSlicer

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Snapmaker Orca

7.0
Media & Design

Slicing software for Snapmaker 3D printers, a fork of OrcaSlicer

PrusaSlicer

8.0
Media & Design

G-code generator for 3D printers (RepRap, Makerbot, Ultimaker etc.)

Metric Snapmaker Orca PrusaSlicer
Category Media & Design Media & Design
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 18 274
90-day Installs 61 839
365-day Installs 105 2.9K
Version 2.3.1 2.9.4
Auto-updates Yes No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 107 8.9K
GitHub Forks 18 2.2K
Open Issues 48 5.5K
License AGPL-3.0 AGPL-3.0
Language C++ C++
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Dec 17, 2025 May 15, 2019

Reviews

Snapmaker Orca

Snapmaker Orca is a slicing software tailored for Snapmaker 3D printers, offering support for various printer types. It's a fork of OrcaSlicer, designed for users needing precise G-code generation for their 3D printing projects.

Converts 3D models into G-code for compatible 3D printers.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple 3D printer types
  • + Regular updates and active development
  • + Open-source under AGPL-3.0 license

Cons

  • - Some reported bugs and UI issues
  • - Limited community presence outside GitHub

PrusaSlicer

PrusaSlicer is a powerful G-code generator for 3D printers, offering advanced features and compatibility with various models. It is ideal for enthusiasts and professionals in 3D printing who need precise control over their printing processes.

Generates G-code for 3D printers from digital models.

Pros

  • + Open-source under AGPL-3.0 license
  • + Compatible with a wide range of 3D printers
  • + Feature-rich interface with advanced settings

Cons

  • - High number of open issues may indicate pending improvements
  • - Manual updates required as auto-updates are not available