ideaMaker
ideaMaker: A free, broad slicer for Raise3D users who need modeling and remote workflows. Ranked #14 of 35 in 3D Printing Software by our editors (7.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for raise3D users needing modeling and remote workflows.
At a glance
- Editor score7.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forRaise3D users needing modeling and remote workflows
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Auto supportsYes
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free desktop software for Windows, macOS, and 64-bit Ubuntu Linux
- Combines slicing, supports, repair, dual extrusion, and model operations
- Supports remote printing, camera status viewing, and three integrations
Where it doesn't
- Remote control depends on compatible connected printers
- Camera status viewing requires camera-enabled hardware
- Its strongest fit is the Raise3D-centered workflow
Our verdict on ideaMaker
ideaMaker is Raise3D’s desktop 3D-printing slicer for preparing models and converting them into G-code or DLP-code. It is suited to Raise3D printer owners, users of many third-party FFF printers, and Raise3D DLP printer users who want one application for model preparation, print settings, and selected remote workflow tasks. The software runs on Windows, macOS, and 64-bit Ubuntu Linux, and is available as a free download.
Its workflow coverage extends beyond basic slicing. ideaMaker can generate automatic supports and allows manual support editing, while dual-extrusion settings address multi-material print preparation. Variable settings can be applied to selected model regions, and Boolean operations support carving, splitting, and combining models. Texture creation from grayscale images, printability detection, and model repair add further preparation tools before a file reaches a printer. These features make it a fit for users who want model adjustments and print-readiness checks alongside slicing rather than a narrowly focused file converter.
The remote side connects ideaMaker to RaiseCloud, OctoPrint, and Repeater. Users can upload G-code to local printers or these connected services, initiate print jobs remotely, and view print status through a camera-based workflow. Those capabilities depend on compatible connected printers, and camera status viewing depends on camera-enabled hardware. Choose ideaMaker when free desktop software, dual extrusion, repair tools, and Raise3D-oriented remote workflows matter together. Users seeking only a simple slicer may find its broader model and printer features unnecessary, while remote workflows require compatible equipment and services.
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ideaMaker pricing
ideaMaker fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Auto supports | Yes |
| Printer control | Yes |
| Print monitoring | No |
| Cloud slicing | No |
| Multi-material tools | Yes |
| Model repair | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: RaiseCloud, ideaMaker Library |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | ideamaker.io |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
ideaMaker integrations
ideaMaker lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- RaiseCloud
- ideaMaker Library
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