G2 Vendor Directory

Ultimaker Cura vs. Shapeways

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricUltimaker Cura

by Ultimaker B.V.

Shapeways

by shapeways

Overall rating4.74.0
Review count5211
Ease of use9.49.4
Ease of setup9.810.0
Quality of support8.77.9
Meets requirements9.48.3
NPS78.43137345.454545
Small Business57.7%63.6%
Mid-Market25.0%27.3%
Enterprise17.3%9.1%
Total page views45957
Total LLM citations1,332313

Ultimaker Cura

Ultimaker Cura is a free, open-source slicing software designed to prepare 3D models for printing. Developed by Ultimaker, it has become the preferred choice for both professionals and hobbyists due to its user-friendly interface and robust functionality. Compatible with a wide range of 3D printers, Ultimaker Cura simplifies the printing process by converting 3D models into printer-specific instructions.

Pros

  • Features
  • Ease of Use
  • Usage Frequency
  • Community Support

Shapeways

Shapeways is the leading platform redefining product creation through services to design, make, and sell using 3D printing.

Pros