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The Best 3D Design Software for 3D Printing

DO YOU WANT TO LEARN HOW TO CREATE GREAT 3D DESIGNS FOR 3D PRINTING?

We've compiled a curated list of all the different design suites out there. The software suites listed on this page are used extensively in the world of 3D printing. Whether you are just starting out with CAD design, or are an experienced designer looking to take things to the next level, you'll find something to suit your needs on this page. Look out for a star to see the software recommended by MyMiniFactory. If there is software you use that is not on the list, please contact us.

3D Slash
[Kids]

Everything about 3D Slash is just easy to understand. Very intuitive, "Minecraft" style 3D design tool. You can upload directly to MyMiniFactory from 3D Slash.

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Blockscad
[Kids]

New to the world of coding and design? Learn how to create 3D designs with this accessible web-based software.

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Doodle3D
[Kids]

Doodle3D is a Kickstarter funded app for desktop and tablet. This fun and easy-to-use software will enable you to convert 2D pictures and drawings into 3D designs.

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Leopoly
[Design]

Leopoly provides software solutions making it easy to step into VR, AR and 3D.

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Polybrush
[Modeling]

Great software for modeling, sculpting and 3D concept art, Polybrush is a powerful tool for artists.

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SelfCAD
[Design]

Its main mission is to make 3D designing and printing accessible to everyone, from the beginner to the better CAD designer.

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Zotebook
[Design]

Zotebook is an iPad interface to convert rough hand drawn sketches into precise drawings, and to export SVG and PDF for laser cutters, or STL for 3D printers.

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3DC
[Design]

3DC is an easy-to-use 3D design software for mobile platforms. You can download it for free on the Apple Store and Google Play.

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AB3DLabs
[Design]

AB3DLabs develop software products enabling you to convert 2D drawings into 3D models, edit and draw 3D shapes, and import and export 3D objects.

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Blender
[Animation]

Blender is the open source 3D creation suite. You can realise modeling, rigging, animation, rendering, motion tracking, video editing, game creation and so on.

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BricsCAD
[Engineering]

Bricsys creates .dwg engineering design software with friendly licensing and industry leading support at a fair price.

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CATIA
[Engineering]

CATIA is the World's Leading Solution for Product Design and Experience. It is used by leading organizations in multiple industries.

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Cubik Studio
[Modeling]

Cubik is a great tool for developers and artists to design cuboids, optimize voxels, combine both and share their creations.

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DesignSpark Mechanical
[3D]

DesignSpark Mechanical aims to give every engineer the power to quickly design and change product concepts in 3D without having to learn complex traditional CAD software.

Figuro
[3D]

Figuro is an online 3D design tool for beginner- to intermediate designers. You can work with predefined shapes or create your own easily.

FreeCAD
[Modeling]

FreeCAD is a parametric tool to design real-life objects. Parametric modeling allows you to easily modify your design by going back into your model history.

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Geomagic Sculpt
[Sculpting]

Geomagic Sculpt™ is a simple, fast yet sophisticated precision voxel 3D sculpting and modeling software solution.

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Makers Empire
[Kids]

Makers Empire is a great way for kids to learn 3D design with more than a hundred lessons for beginners.

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Makerscad
[Kids]

Makerscad is an easy-to-use software to learn computer programming, create 3D objects or even games!

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Metasequoia
[3D]

Metasequoia 4 provides two editions; a Standard for beginners, and professional of 3D modeling.

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Morphi
[Kids]

Morphi is an application that allows you to create designs for 3D Printing, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, animation and more, from your computer or tablet.

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Onshape
[Design]

Onshape is the first full-cloud based 3D CAD system that lets everyone on a design team simultaneously work together via a web browser (phone or tablet).

Designed with Onshape
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OpenSCAD
[3D]

OpenSCAD is a software for creating solid 3D CAD objects. It is free software and available for Linux/UNIX, MS Windows and Mac OS X.

Designed with OpensCAD
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Paint 3D
[3D]

Classic Paint has been reimagined, with an updated look and feel and a ton of new brushes and tools. And now, create in every dimension.

Photoshop CC
[Design]

Create and enhance your photos, images, 3D artwork, and more with Adobe Photoshop CC, the world's best imaging and photo editing software.

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Rhino3D
[Animation]

Rhinoceros is primarily a free form surface modeler. Rhinoceros' application architecture is modular and enables the user to customize the interface.

Designed with Rhino3D
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Shapr3D
[Design]

Shapr3D is an easy-to-use professional 3D CAD, running exclusively on an iPad Pro with an Apple Pencil.

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Sketchup
[Modeling]

SketchUp is 3D modeling software that's easy to learn and incredibly fun to use. Download SketchUp today for free and get started designing in 3D.

Designed with Sketchup
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Solidworks Apps for Kids
[Kids]

Solidworks Apps for Kids is an easy tool to discover the world of 3D design and experience new technologies.

SpaceClaim
[Modeling]

SpaceClaim, the leading provider of 3D Modeling software, have developed on of the fastest ways to create, edit, and repair 3D models.

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VectorWorks
[Design]

Vectorworks, Inc. 2D 3D CAD BIM software for Mac or Windows allows designers to transform the world. Project sharing makes it easy.

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Voxelise
[3D]

Voxelise simplifies the 3D modeling process using versatile little cubes called voxels.

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Wings 3D
[Modeling]

Wings 3D is an advanced subdivision modeler that is both powerful and easy to use.

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ZBrush
[Sculpting]

ZBrush is one of the world's leading 3D sculpting tools. A professional suite designed to allow the fluid creation of 3D sculptures.

Designed with ZBrush
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