Instant Cut List Optimization
Know exactly how much material your project needs.
Upload drawings, import 3D models, or enter parts manually. Cutlistor automatically generates cut lists and searches multiple optimization methods to find an efficient layout, maximizing yield from every sheet and length.
Free tools — no signup required
Who it's for
Three everyday shop situations — same outcome: a number you can trust before you buy or quote.
A cabinet maker enters all the parts for a kitchen island. Cutlistor instantly shows a tight nesting layout and the number of sheets it needs — with every cut already marked and ready to print.
Sheet count and a print-ready layout before the first cut.
A woodshop quoting multiple jobs at once sees the total material quantity calculated in seconds, instead of estimating each job separately and hoping the numbers are close.
Quote with confidence — totals across jobs, not rough guesses.
A weekend woodworker uploads a simple model and gets a clean layout that tells them how much material to buy — so they buy close to what the project actually needs.
Buy close to what the project needs, not a guess plus a spare sheet.
3D model import
Upload glTF, GLB, or Collada from SketchUp, Fusion, Blender, and other modellers. Cutlistor reads each mesh and builds your cut list with real dimensions—no retyping from a spreadsheet.
From CAD export to optimized layout—skip the manual entry step.
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Small inefficiencies in cutting add up to real losses over time.
Manual cut planning leads to
Spend less time planning and more time building.
Cutlistor generates efficient cutting layouts based on your stock, parts, and constraints.
Skip manual data entry
Upload a PDF plan or even a hand-drawn sketch and Cutlistor extracts the cut list automatically.
Go from drawing to optimized layout in seconds.
AI plan scan
PDFs & sketches → structured cut lists
Everything you need to optimize your workflow from sketch to final cut.
Perfect for lumber, trim, and pipes. Calculate the most efficient way to cut multiple lengths from standard stock.
Maximize sheet goods like plywood and MDF. Our algorithm handles blade kerf automatically, with optional grain-direction locking.
Don’t type manually. Upload a photo of your hand-drawn sketch or a PDF plan, and our AI extracts the cut list for you.
Bring in glTF, GLB, or Collada from SketchUp, Fusion, Blender, and more. Cutlistor turns each mesh into panels in your cut list, and on paid plans it keeps the model with your saved project.
Download sheet and linear cut layouts as DXF files with closed polylines, ready for laser cutters, routers, and CAM software.
Mark which faces need laminate on each panel, then estimate how many finish sheets you need and what they cost before you cut.
Flag parts for paint and estimate litres from surface area, coats, and wastage so finishing stays in the same cut list workflow.
Pick the sheet layout that matches how you work: Rips & rows, fewest sheets / least waste, neat grid, or router / CNC layout. Switch anytime and see yield update in real time.
See layouts and yield update as you adjust stock, parts, and constraints, with no waiting on batch runs.
Model different materials in one job: sheet goods, linear stock, thicknesses, and pricing, so optimizations stay accurate across your whole build.
Group parts by material and stock type so cuts stay organized and you can optimize each group with the right constraints.
Plan angled cuts at stock ends so lengths and layouts reflect real trim and framing work. Available in Linear today; coming soon for sheets.
Rip a timber into a grid of smaller cuts by width and thickness, kerf included, and see exactly how many pieces one piece of stock yields.
Import cut lists and stock from CSV or Excel, then export optimized piece lists the same way—no retyping in either direction.
Organize jobs by project so you can revisit plans, tweak stock, and reuse setups without starting over.
Track what you have on hand (lengths, sheet sizes, and quantities) so every optimization reflects your real inventory.
Price materials and compare options in the currencies you actually buy and sell in.
Work in inches, feet, millimeters, or meters; switch units without losing precision on kerf and part sizes.
The UI is responsive and dynamic; use Cutlistor on desktop, tablet, or mobile with a layout that fits your screen.
Three simple steps to a perfect cut list.
Enter your available stock and the parts you need to cut.
Our algorithm calculates thousands of combinations to find the best yield.
Export your plan to PDF and head to the workshop with a clear roadmap.
Whether it's a one-off job or repeat production, Cutlistor helps you work faster and waste less.
Cutlistor is a free cut list optimizer and cut list calculator for sheet goods (2D nesting) and linear stock (1D length nesting): plywood, MDF, melamine, lumber, trim, pipe, tube, bar, beam, and steel plate.
Use the sheet cutting optimizer for 2D nesting and the linear cut list optimizer for 1D nesting on lumber, pipe, and bar stock.
| Feature | Cutlistor | Excel | Traditional Software |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy to use | Yes | No | No |
| Real-time optimization | Yes | No | No |
| Web-based | Yes | Yes | No |
| Automatic layouts | Yes | No | Yes |
| 3D CAD import (glTF / Collada → panels) | Yes | No | No |
| DXF export for CNC | Yes | No | Yes |
| AI cut list extraction | Yes | No | No |
Cutlistor removes the complexity and gives you results instantly.
Choose the plan that fits your workshop.
Try the optimizer with daily limits.
For regular projects and small shops.
or $99/year
Unlimited scale for teams and production.
or $249/year
Shared workspace for your shop, with central billing per organization and up to 5 seats.
or $999/year
Create a workspace in the dashboard, then subscribe.
Stop relying on manual planning and inefficient layouts.
Start using Cutlistor to get more out of every material you buy.
Free Cut List OptimizerCutlistor focuses on practical nesting: you define stock, parts, and constraints, then review layouts and export documentation. The same workflow supports quick one-off jobs and repeat production when you upgrade to saved projects and inventory.
Explore the guides hub for cut list optimization workflows, the calculator landing pages for plywood, cabinets, lumber, and pipe, and honest comparisons including an OptiCutter alternative overview, OTR Cutlist alternative, and cut list optimiser (UK). Open the free cut list optimizer or free linear cut list optimizer, and read the blog tutorials.