Comparison

SpoolManager vs Extrudix

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

Head to head
About

SpoolManager

Features
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SpoolManager - Your Filament. Smartly Organized. Keep track of your filament spools, remaining amounts and printing data at all times. SpoolManager makes managing your 3D printing filament simple, fast and digital - with NFC/RFID tags, QR codes, an automatic shopping list and much more. -------------------- NFC/RFID & QR CODES -------------------- - Read and write NFC/RFID tags - Create and scan QR codes - Store filament data directly with your spool - Optimized for NFC tags, e.g. Anycubic ACE Pro - Quickly access material, color and other filament data -------------------- SPOOLS & INVENTORY -------------------- - Manufacturer, material and color - Remaining amount and spool weight - Printing temperatures and print parameters - Storage location and inventory - Price and purchase date - Edit, share and update your spools -------------------- AUTOMATIC SHOPPING LIST -------------------- - Automatically detect spools running low - Automatically add low-stock filament to your shopping list - Set your own remaining-filament threshold - Add items manually at any time -------------------- FILAMENT PROFILES -------------------- - Create custom material profiles - Save frequently used settings - Import and export profiles - Quickly switch between commonly used filaments -------------------- HISTORY, ARCHIVE & SEARCH -------------------- - Keep track of read and write history - Archive spools and reuse them later - Quickly search through your saved data -------------------- ICLOUD, APPLE WATCH & WIDGETS -------------------- - Optional iCloud sync across your devices - Quick access from your Apple Watch - Important information available in widgets -------------------- TRY FREE FOR 7 DAYS -------------------- Try SpoolManager free for 7 days and explore all its features. After your trial, unlock SpoolManager permanently with a one-time Lifetime purchase for $1.99 - no subscription. SpoolManager is made for everyone who wants to organize filament, keep track of remaining amounts and simplify their 3D printing workflow. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.pixel-project.de/spm/datenschutz_en.html

About

Extrudix

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3D printing doesn't have to mean scattered spreadsheets, guessing what a print actually cost, and finding out your nozzle was overdue for a swap three prints ago. Extrudix brings your whole 3D printing workflow into one native app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Track filament, log every print, schedule maintenance, and see real per-print costs, all stored in plain files you own, not someone else's cloud. With Extrudix, you can: • Track filament spools by brand, material, color, and weight • Log every print with duration, result, and filament used • Import sliced .3mf files directly, with plate previews and full slice settings captured automatically • Get itemized cost estimates for electricity, filament, maintenance, and overhead on every print • Schedule maintenance by hours, prints, or days so nothing goes past due • Track nozzles, build plates, and spare parts with usage hours and low-stock alerts • Link print jobs and parts to projects for full cost roll-up • Build custom statistics dashboards for filament use, history, maintenance, and costs • Store everything as plain CSV files in a folder you choose, no account, no login, no lock-in • Sync across devices through your own iCloud or Google Drive folder Whether you're running one printer at home or managing a small print farm, Extrudix keeps everything organized without locking your data behind a subscription or a server you don't control. Your data. Your files. Your control. Extrudix Pro is an auto-renewing monthly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase, and renews automatically within 24 hours before the end of each period unless canceled first. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Extrudix Plus is a one-time purchase with no recurring charge. All core features work fully without any purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.extrudix.com/privacy

Screenshots

SpoolManager4 screens
Extrudix4 screens

Verdict

The call

SpoolManager and Extrudix are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. SpoolManager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Extrudix sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SpoolManager versus Extrudix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpoolManagerExtrudix
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNorman HennigeRonet Software LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SpoolManager

Subscriptions2
  • Monatsabo$0.991 Month
  • Jahresabo$8.991 Year
2 purchases

Extrudix

Subscriptions1
  • Extrudix Pro$7.991 Month
One-time1
  • Extrudix Plus$0.99

Questions

Is SpoolManager free?
SpoolManager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Extrudix free?
Extrudix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SpoolManager or Extrudix have ads?
Neither SpoolManager nor Extrudix shows ads.

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