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PrusaSlicer for Mac

G-code generator for 3D printers (RepRap, Makerbot, Ultimaker etc.)

Quick answer: PrusaSlicer is a design tool for macOS. Install it with brew install --cask prusaslicer. Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository. It has 586 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What PrusaSlicer is

PrusaSlicer is a design tool for macOS: G-code generator for 3D printers (RepRap, Makerbot, Ultimaker etc.).

It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. The project is open source and lives at https://www.prusa3d.com/slic3r-prusa-edition/.

How to install PrusaSlicer

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install --cask prusaslicer.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install PrusaSlicer on Mac?

Run brew install --cask prusaslicer in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is PrusaSlicer open source?

Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository (prusa3d/PrusaSlicer), which is strong evidence the project is open source. Check the project for the current licence.

Does PrusaSlicer run on Apple silicon?

Yes, as a universal binary.

How popular is PrusaSlicer?

It was installed 586 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #1409 in this catalogue.

What version of PrusaSlicer is current?

The latest packaged version is 2.9.6.