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Compare Simplify3D and Ultimaker Cura 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (58.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Simplify3D
Star Rating
(40)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Simplify3DUltimaker Cura
Star Rating
(51)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (58.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ultimaker CuraSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Simplify3D offers a robust standalone slicer experience with a score of 8.9, while Ultimaker Cura excels in this area with a higher score of 9.3, indicating a more user-friendly interface and better overall performance.
- Reviewers mention that both software products support STL files equally well, scoring 9.6, but Ultimaker Cura outshines Simplify3D in 3MF compatibility with a score of 9.7 compared to Simplify3D's 8.6, making it a better choice for users needing advanced file formats.
- G2 users highlight that Simplify3D's mesh repair feature scores 6.8, which is slightly better than Ultimaker Cura's 6.3, but both products could improve in this area, as users desire more robust mesh editing capabilities.
- Users on G2 report that Ultimaker Cura has a significant advantage in ease of use, scoring 9.4 compared to Simplify3D's 8.5, suggesting that new users may find Ultimaker Cura more accessible and easier to navigate.
- Reviewers say that while Simplify3D has a lower score of 7.7 for quality of support, Ultimaker Cura's score of 8.3 indicates a more responsive and helpful support system, which can be crucial for users needing assistance.
- Users mention that Simplify3D's downloadable application scores 8.0, but Ultimaker Cura's score of 9.4 reflects its superior performance as a downloadable application, making it a more reliable choice for users who prefer local installations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Simplify3D
No pricing availableUltimaker Cura
No pricing availableFree Trial
Simplify3D
No trial information availableUltimaker Cura
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
36
9.3
45
Ease of Use
8.5
36
9.3
45
Ease of Setup
8.6
6
9.7
5
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.7
27
8.4
30
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
35
8.9
41
Features by Category
File Support - Additive Manufacturing
9.6
26
9.6
36
8.6
15
9.7
21
9.4
19
8.8
24
File Editing - Additive Manufacturing
6.8
22
6.5
18
6.6
23
7.4
28
Software Integrations - Additive Manufacturing
8.9
27
9.3
30
5.3
17
5.6
18
Software Type - Additive Manufacturing
4.4
14
6.4
15
8.0
23
9.4
27
Generative AI - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Preparation - Additive Manufacturing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Simplify3D and Ultimaker Cura are categorized as Additive Manufacturing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Simplify3D
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Ultimaker Cura
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
15.0%
Education Management
12.5%
Design
12.5%
Information Technology and Services
7.5%
Plastics
5.0%
Other
47.5%
Design
12.0%
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
8.0%
Higher Education
8.0%
Education Management
8.0%
Arts and Crafts
8.0%
Other
56.0%
Discussions
Do you integrate Simplify3D with any other software?
1 Comment
YG
No, I only use the GCODE files in my system that include camera that I record with OBS and the screen of the UI of the printer (I'm using DuetWifi board),...Read more
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