Kerf vs Pencil
| Kerf | Pencil | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | $39/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web | api, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Parametric modeling | Yes | Yes |
| Ring sizing tools | Yes | — |
| Stone setting tools | Yes | Yes |
| Photorealistic rendering | Yes | Yes |
| Manufacturing export | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | hybrid | browser |
| File export formats | STEP, STL, 3MF, DXF, G-code | STL |
| Paid from | — | 39 /mo |
Both are listed in Best Jewelry Design Software. On The Geeks Club, Kerf scores higher on our published basis.