OctoPrint
OctoPrint: A free, open-source control hub for monitoring and managing compatible 3D printers. Ranked #7 of 35 in 3D Printing Software by our editors (7.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free self-hosted printer control and monitoring.
At a glance
- Editor score7.8 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFree self-hosted printer control and monitoring
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Founded2012
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free, AGPL-licensed software with self-hosted deployment
- Controls jobs, monitors temperatures, and displays webcam feeds
- Plugins and an API extend printer operations across supported platforms
Where it doesn't
- Self-hosted deployment puts installation and upkeep on the operator
- Printer control depends on compatibility with the connected printer
- Its focus is printer operation rather than a broad model-preparation workflow
Our verdict on OctoPrint
OctoPrint is free, open-source software for operating compatible consumer 3D printers through a web browser. It is aimed at makers and teams that want self-hosted control over print jobs, files, progress, temperatures, and webcam monitoring. The interface supports G-code upload and management, visualization, timelapse recording, access control, and user management. OctoPrint can run on Raspberry Pi, Android-hosted setups, Linux, Windows, macOS, Docker, and other self-hosted environments, with an API available for printer operations.
The strongest fit is its combination of printer control and monitoring in one browser-based workspace. Users can start and manage print jobs, view progress and temperatures, watch a webcam feed, upload G-code, and record timelapses. Built-in STL slicing adds a direct path from model file to printable output, while access controls and user management make the software suitable for shared environments. The plugin system provides an extension path, and the API supports integrations built around printer operations.
OctoPrint’s main trade-off is its self-hosted model. Choosing it means taking responsibility for the installation environment and the way extensions are selected and maintained. The product is also centered on operating printers and managing print jobs, so users seeking a broader model-preparation workflow should look for software focused on that area instead. Pick OctoPrint when free, open-source control, monitoring, extensibility, and local deployment matter most; choose an alternative when your priority is a more specialized preparation workflow or a managed service.
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OctoPrint pricing
OctoPrint fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Auto supports | Not verified |
| Printer control | Yes |
| Print monitoring | Yes |
| Cloud slicing | No |
| Multi-material tools | No |
| Model repair | Not verified |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Linux, Windows, macOS |
| Compliance & security | 2FA |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Cura slicer, Community plugins See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | octoprint.org |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
OctoPrint integrations
OctoPrint lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Cura slicer
- Community plugins
See all OctoPrint integrations →
Alternatives to OctoPrint
- Bambu StudioA free, open-source desktop suite for slicing, multi-material preparation, and Bambu printer control.9.4
- OrcaSlicerA calibration-focused FDM slicer with broad printer-host integrations.9.0
- Slic3rA mature free slicer with multi-material tools, printer control, and OctoPrint integration.9.0
See all OctoPrint alternatives →
OctoPrint vs the competition
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- OctoPrint vs IceSL
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