When comparing Cura vs Craftware, the Slant community recommends Cura for most people. In the question“What are the best free 3d printing slicers (slicing software)?” Cura is ranked 2nd while Craftware is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Cura is:
Cura is free to use and download.
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Pros
Pro Free
Cura is free to use and download.
Pro Many presets
Cura makes it easier for beginners by filling in presets for most printers/materials/print qualities.
Pro User friendly
Simple interface, defaults work well. Provides simple tools for anyone who wants to dig in a little further.
Pro Cross platform
Can run on all three main platforms.
Pro Gcode preview for each slice setting
While you are choosing your slice settings, Craftware slicer shows you a 3d gcode preview of the setting you are changing, and a use case in which its effect is easily visible.
Pro Individual support management
Move your supports to be just as you want them.
Cons
Con No custom supports
You just have to trust cura will place supports at the right place.
Con no advanced infill patterns
Although it supports a few 2d infill patterns, Craftware does not support any advanced infill patterns such as cubic subdivide, or hexagonal.