An optiCutter Alternative With Furniture Plans
optiCutter is a clean, capable cutting optimizer for sheets, linear stock and rolls. If you already have a list of parts, it does the job well. This page is for people who want something different: furniture plans that calculate the parts for you, a tool that works offline in the workshop, or a simpler free option.
Comparison based on optiCutter’s public website in October 2026. Features and prices change; check their site before deciding.
At a glance
| Compared | optiCutter | Plymap |
|---|---|---|
| Sheet (2D) optimization | Yes | Yes |
| Linear (1D) and rolls | Yes | Not yet |
| Kerf, edge trim, grain | Yes | Yes |
| Edge banding per edge | — | Yes, with total length |
| Export | PDF, XLS, CSV, DXF | Print / PDF from the browser |
| Resizable furniture plans | No | Yes: cabinets, wardrobes, bookshelves… |
| Live 3D of the furniture | No | Yes |
| Several pieces of furniture in one project | Parts lists | Yes, each item stays editable |
| Works offline | No | Yes, installs as an app |
| Shop mode (tick parts as you cut) | — | Yes |
| Part labels | — | Yes |
When optiCutter is the better choice
- You cut linear stock (timber, profiles, pipes) or rolls.
- You need DXF or XLS export today.
- You need its API or multi-user business features.
When Plymap is the better choice
- You build furniture and would rather type “wardrobe 1200 × 2200 × 580” than calculate twenty panels by hand.
- You work in a workshop without internet.
- You want to see the piece in 3D before cutting, and tick parts off in shop mode.
Try it with a real plan
Pick a design, change its size, and the cut list and sheet layout update instantly. The free designs work completely in the browser, without an account.
Frequently asked questions
Is optiCutter free?
optiCutter has a free plan with limits (at the time of writing: up to 5 stock sheets and 20 part sizes) and paid plans for more. Check their pricing page for current details.
What is the main difference?
optiCutter starts from a list of parts you already have. Here you can also start from a furniture plan, resize it, and get the parts calculated for you.