Is ideaMaker better than Cura and PrusaSlicer? @MakeWithTech
Is ideaMaker better than Cura and PrusaSlicer?  @MakeWithTech
Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn about this innovative 3d Printer Slicer that integrates with a free cloud infrastructure. ideaMaker competes with Ultimaker Cura and the PrusaSlicer while adding some unique capabilities. This video covers both the slicer and its cloud integration capabilities. ideaMaker is compatible with most FDM style 3d printers and has excellent support for IDEX (independent dual extruder) 3d printers. You can use it with printers from Prusa, Monoprice, Creality, ANET, JGMaker, and others.

Topics

03:26 Raise3d Overview
04:41 Raise3d Ecosystem
06:26 ideaMaker Overview
10:06 ideaMaker Definitions
12:13 ideaMaker Demo/Tutorial
21:32 gCode Parameters & Logic
22:58 Preview Mode
25:12 Support Generation
27:06 Adding Surface Textures
29:43 Freecuts (magic)
32:02 Pros & Cons .

Let's continue to learn together. Irv

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The MakeWithTech channel teaches people how to use desktop technology to create, innovate and make things. If you are a "maker" and want to learn more about 3d Printing, 3d Printers, 3d Printing Slicers, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), or 3d Modeling, this is a place you should visit often. The channel includes additional content about using a wood lathe, woodworking, programming single-board computers such as the Raspberry Pi and Python. Available reviews are about Prusa, Creality, Monoprice, ANET, JG Maker, and Flashforge 3d Printers. Slicers covered include MatterControl, Cura, PrusaSlicer, Flashprint, and IdeaMaker.
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