Comparison

Bambu Handy vs Slicer2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bambu Handy

Manage your 3D printers remotely, browse and print designs from a large library, and get real-time status updates. Access learning resources and create timelapse videos of your prints.

Highlights
  • Remote printer operation
  • Real-time printing status
  • 3D model discovery
  • One-tap printing
  • Live printing view
  • Timelapse video creation
Features
Currently charting
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Remotely control your Bambu Lab 3D printers, explore MakerWorld’s vast library of free models, and print your favorite designs with one tap! Remote Printer Control - Remotely operate the machine to start and stop printing whenever needed - Get real-time printing status and resolve errors promptly - Access to learning resources and step-by-step instructions to fix printing problems - High-resolution live view of the printing process - Automatic records of the printing process to help diagnose printing failures - Automatic timelapse video of the printing process to share with others 3D Model Discovery with MakerWorld - Explore countless creative models and enjoy high-quality printing for free - Find trendy works and customize your unique models with MakerLab - Like, collect, and print in one tap to bring your ideas to life - Interact with makers and redeem credits for Bambu products Bambu Handy is a free 3D printing platform. We are open to any feedback and suggestions. Whether you are an expert, hobbyist or newcomer, we would like to grow together with you. Contact: https://support.bambulab.com/en

About

Slicer2

Features
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Slicer2 is a powerful 3D print slicer app for iPhone and iPad. Import STL files, configure print settings, preview sliced layers, and export ready-to-print G-code — all from your iOS device. Features: • Import STL files (binary and ASCII formats) • Interactive 3D model viewer • Layer-by-layer 2D slice preview with contours and infill • Customizable print settings: layer height, infill density, print speed, temperatures • G-code export compatible with most RepRap-based 3D printers • Sample model included to get started instantly Whether you're at your desk or on the go, Slicer2 gives you full control over your 3D print workflow right from your pocket.

Screenshots

Bambu Handy4 screens
Slicer24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bambu Handy at Free against Slicer2's $1.99. Bambu Handy also leads on chart position (#45 vs unranked). Slicer2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Bambu Handy is free to download; Slicer2 costs $1.99 up front. Bambu Handy sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Slicer2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Bambu Handy versus Slicer2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBambu HandySlicer2
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.8 (39K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings39K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#45 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size338 MB1 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer上海轮廓科技有限公司lionel emmerich

Bugs and requests

Bambu Handy

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Camera feed not working consistently
  • Difficulty switching between printers
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Syncing issues between app and printer

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add landscape mode support for iPad
  • Implement slicer functionality within the app
  • Allow printing from SD card or local storage
  • Provide more customization options
  • Improve camera feed reliability and quality

Slicer2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Bambu Handy

One-time3
  • MakerLab Credits$0.99
  • MakerLab Credits$2.99
  • MakerLab Credits$9.99
None

Slicer2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bambu Handy free?
Bambu Handy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Slicer2 free?
Slicer2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bambu Handy or Slicer2 have ads?
Neither Bambu Handy nor Slicer2 shows ads.

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