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An Unbeatable Duo

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Easel CNC software is easy to use and 100% compatible with OPEN BUILDS CNC hardware.

An Unbeatable Duo

Easel CNC software is easy to use and 100% compatible with SAIN SMART CNC hardware.

Open Builds CNC Software

For All Your Open Builds CAD/CAM Needs

EASEL's easy-to-use CNC Software lets you design and connect seamlessly to your Open Builds CNC machine.

design
Use an assortment of intuitive tools and templates to create digital renderings of your products.
Automate
Easel auto-generates CNC toolpaths that are optimized to efficiently and accurately produce your products.
control
Easel physically controls your CNC machine to bring your designs to life.

What will you make with

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Choose YourPro Plan

Select the subscription that works for you.

Pro Monthly

$24 + tax

Our most flexible access and payment option.

Pro Yearly

Save 19%

$216 + tax

Our most popular offering works out to $18.00/month.

Pro 3-Year

Save 31%

$599 + tax

Long-term access meets long-term value.

Which plan is right for you?

Free to use after Easel Pro Trial

Design Tools & Detailed 3D Preview

Basic Design and Font Libraries

Image Trace, SVG, and G-Code Import and Export

Built-in Material and Bit Libraries with Recommended Cut Settings

Interactive Apps and Tools

Automated Easy Toolpath Generation

Two-Stage Carving with Feedrate Override

Workpiece Organization and Project Downloads

Software Upgrades, Cloud Storage, Access to Community Forums

Cost

$216 / year

($18.00 / month)

Design Tools & Detailed 3D Preview

Basic Design and Font Libraries

Image Trace, SVG, and G-Code Import and Export

Built-in Material and Bit Libraries with Recommended Cut Settings

Interactive Apps and Tools

Automated Easy Toolpath Generation

Two-Stage Carving with Feedrate Override

Workpiece Organization and Project Downloads

Software Upgrades, Cloud Storage, Access to Community Forums

V-Carving

Advanced Toolpaths: Raster Carving, Ramping Plunges

Pro Design Library with More Than 3 Million Designs

Customizable Font Library with 300+ Fonts and Text Effects

Toolbox with Custom Bits, Materials, and Saved Cut Settings

Large Material Tiling and Additional Cut Depth Below Material

Multiple Machine Profiles and Machine Parking

Which plan
is right for
you?

Cost

Design Tools & Detailed 3D Preview

Basic Design and Font Libraries

Image Trace, SVG, and G-Code Import and Export

Built-in Material and Bit Libraries with Recommended Cut Settings

Interactive Apps and Tools

Automated Easy Toolpath Generation

Two-Stage Carving with Feedrate Override

Workpiece Organization and Project Downloads

Software Upgrades, Cloud Storage, Access to Community Forums

V-Carving

Advanced Toolpaths: Raster Carving, Ramping Plunges

Pro Design Library with More Than 3 Million Designs

Customizable Font Library with 300+ Fonts and Text Effects

Toolbox with Custom Bits, Materials, and Saved Cut Settings

Large Material Tiling and Additional Cut Depth Below Material

Multiple Machine Profiles and Machine Parking

Free to use after
Easel Pro Trial

$216 / year

($18.00 / month)

Technical Support FAQs

HOW WILL EASEL WORK WITH MY CNC?

As an all-in-one CAD/CAM/Control solution, Easel is designed to allow users to design or import, automatically run toolpaths, and carve them in one platform. The Machine Setup is a user-friendly way to ensure your Open Builds machine functions correctly while using the software.

WHY SHOULD I USE EASEL WITH MY CNC?

Easel Pro is the easiest all-in-one CNC solution that helps you bring revenue-generating products to life. You can learn how to utilize Easel via our numerous tutorials, support articles, videos, and live demonstrations that showcase the operations, uses, and project/design help.

CAN I GET TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR EASEL?

The Inventables Customer Success Team is available to address software-related issues and questions, but hardware support is provided by Open Builds.

IS MY CNC COMPATIBLE WITH EASEL?

Easel will connect to machines that are running the open-source GRBL firmware, which is limited to Arduino-based controllers. If your machine is not running on GRBL, Easel gives you the ability to export your projects as G-code. This way, projects can be uploaded to another control program.

WILL EASEL CHANGE MY FIRMWARE SETTINGS?

No, Easel will not override your controller’s factory settings. Our Machine Setup gives you the opportunity to ensure your machine is functioning correctly before you carve.

WHAT DO I NEED TO RUN EASEL?

Easel is a web-based application that requires internet access to load and save projects. Check out the System Requirements to find out if your computer is supported.

CAN I IMPORT FILES FROM ANOTHER PROGRAM?

Easel can accept files in an SVG, DXF, and G-Code format.

IS EASEL COMPATIBLE WITH MY LASER ATTACHMENT?

No, Easel is not designed for use with lasers.

IS EASEL COMPATIBLE WITH A 4TH AXIS/ROTARY ATTACHMENT?

Easel is designed for the 3-axis process only and will not generate toolpaths for a 4th axis.

OpenBuilds CNC Software

Easel Pro CNC Software is the world’s easiest OpenBuilds CNC software solution, making it easy to turn your ideas into reality with just a desktop and a CNC machine. Our powerful CAD/CAM software is compatible with any machine that runs on GRBL firmware, allowing you to design and carve products with OpenBuilds machines. Find endless support and inspiration through our active online community and join the thousands of other makers creating with Easel today!