Astroprint
3D printing software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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What is Astroprint
AstroPrint is a cloud-based 3D printing management platform used to prepare, queue, and monitor prints across one or more 3D printers. It targets hobbyists, schools, makerspaces, and small teams that need remote access, printer sharing, and basic fleet management without running a full local infrastructure. The product typically connects to printers through a networked device (for example, a single-board computer) and provides a web interface for uploading files, slicing via integrated engines, and managing print jobs.
Cloud-based remote print management
AstroPrint centralizes printer access through a browser-based interface, which supports remote job submission and monitoring. This can reduce the need to be physically present at the printer for routine starts and status checks. It is well-suited to distributed users (e.g., classrooms or makerspaces) who need shared access controls and job queues.
Multi-printer and user sharing
The platform is designed around managing multiple printers and multiple users, which fits small fleets better than single-desktop slicer workflows. It supports organizing printers and jobs so operators can coordinate usage. This is useful when compared with tools that focus primarily on single-machine slicing rather than operational management.
Integrated slicing workflow options
AstroPrint supports preparing prints through integrated slicing capabilities rather than requiring every user to install and maintain a local slicer. This can simplify onboarding for non-technical users and standardize settings across a group. It also enables a more consistent workflow when users submit jobs from different devices.
Depends on internet and cloud
Because core workflows run through a cloud service, availability and performance depend on internet connectivity and service uptime. Some organizations may have policies that restrict sending models or job metadata to third-party cloud platforms. Offline-first environments may prefer locally installed tools.
Less suited for CAD modeling
AstroPrint focuses on print preparation and management rather than 3D design or parametric CAD. Users typically still need separate modeling tools to create or edit geometry before printing. This can add steps compared with integrated design-to-print environments.
Hardware and compatibility constraints
Remote control commonly requires a compatible controller device and supported printer/firmware combinations, which can introduce setup effort. Feature depth can vary by printer model (e.g., camera support, controls, or telemetry). Organizations with heterogeneous fleets may need validation testing to confirm consistent behavior across devices.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Free | For Home Users; up to 2 printers; 1 user max; 1 GB file storage; store 3D models in cloud library; slice online from browser; start print from mobile app; remote live-stream monitoring; standard analytics. |
| Premium | $9.90 per month | For 3D printer fleets; first 5 printers included (then $5 per additional printer); 1 user max; 10 GB file storage (additional storage $1 per extra 10 GB); includes all Basic features plus create print queues, add extra printers/storage, priority email support, and more. |
| Business & Education | Price on quote | For multi-user environments; unlimited printers, users, and file storage (pricing on quote); includes all Premium features plus user permissions, printer groups, shared queues, advanced analytics, and priority single point-of-contact phone support. |
Additional official vendor offerings (from AstroPrint site):
- AstroBox Touch (retail): $199 (bulk discounts available).
- AstroBox Gateway (retail kit): $99; DIY AstroBox software download: $40/unit (bulk discounts available).
- Manufacturer / OEM licensing: setup fee starts at $500; pay-as-you-go option starts at $20 per printer (lifetime fee).
Seller details
AstroPrint
San Diego, California, United States
2013
Private
https://www.astroprint.com/
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