How do I calculate 3D printing costs?

CalcuMake calculates 3D printing costs by combining filament costs (based on weight and spool price), electricity costs (power consumption × print time × energy rate), labor costs (prep and post-processing time), and machine upkeep costs (depreciation and repairs).

What currencies does CalcuMake support?

CalcuMake supports USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CAD, and AUD with automatic formatting and precision for each currency.

Can I track multiple 3D printers?

Yes, CalcuMake allows you to manage multiple printers with individual power consumption, purchase costs, and payoff tracking for each printer.

Does CalcuMake include electricity costs?

Yes, CalcuMake automatically calculates electricity costs based on your printer's power consumption, print duration, and your local energy rate per kWh.

Is CalcuMake free to use?

Yes, CalcuMake is completely free to use with all features including cost calculation, printer management, and project invoicing.

Blog

Read our latest articles about 3D printing, pricing, and manufacturing.

Open Sourcing CalcuMake: Run Your Own Pricing Calculator for less than $6/Month

by Cody Baldwimn • January 21, 2026 11:00 • 1 min read

We have open sourced CalcuMake! For the price of a cheap VPS ($6/month), you can run this powerful 3D print pricing tool on your own server. Plus, with a little know-how, you can host other projects on the same server too.

Smarter Onboarding & Enhanced Multi-Currency Support

by Cody • December 28, 2025 07:00 • 2 min read

Get started faster with intelligent currency selection that shows your local currency symbol, auto-fills regional electricity costs, and converts all starter equipment to your currency. We've updated energy rates for 2025 and added comprehensive currency conversion testing.

REST API Launch & Developer Tools

by Cody • December 27, 2025 08:00 • 3 min read

CalcuMake now offers a comprehensive REST API! Build custom integrations, automate your 3D printing workflow, and connect CalcuMake with your existing tools. Plus: improved API token management and enhanced system stability.

December 2025 Update: Full Resin Support, Printer Profiles & Smart Technology Sync

by Cody Baldwin • December 26, 2025 10:00 • 1 min read

CalcuMake now fully supports resin 3D printing! Register your resins, calculate resin print costs, and browse all materials in one unified view. Plus: a searchable printer profiles database and smart technology synchronization.

Introducing CalcuMake: The 3D Printing Cost Calculator I Wish I Had When I Started

by Cody Baldwin • December 14, 2025 12:00 • 19 min read

I got a 3D printer this year and quickly realized I needed a way to price prints for clients. The calculators I found weren't good enough, so I built CalcuMake - a comprehensive pricing tool that's free to use and handles real-world complexity like multi-plate jobs, complete cost breakdowns, and professional PDF exports.

Open Sourcing CalcuMake: Run Your Own Pricing Calculator for less than $6/Month

Smarter Onboarding & Enhanced Multi-Currency Support

REST API Launch & Developer Tools

December 2025 Update: Full Resin Support, Printer Profiles & Smart Technology Sync

Introducing CalcuMake: The 3D Printing Cost Calculator I Wish I Had When I Started

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