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Klipper vs Pixie Renderer

A side-by-side look at Klipper and Pixie Renderer. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Klipper

Klipper

Development

Klipper is an open-source 3D printer firmware. It communicates with software on the host computer using a serial connection. Klipper focuses on high-precision control of stepper motors and operates on a microcontroller close to the printer hardware.

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Pixie Renderer

Pixie Renderer

Photos & Graphics

Pixie Renderer is an unbiased, physically-based renderer focused on speed and quality. It's designed for 3D artists and aims to provide fast feedback while modeling and look development. Pixie uses path tracing for realistic results and offers features like subsurface scattering, volumetrics and displacement.

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