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Lectra Modaris vs Stoll

Lectra Modaris logo

Lectra Modaris

Fashion

Professional pattern making and 3D prototyping

From
$6000/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Stoll logo

Stoll

Fashion

Knit design and knitting machine solutions

From
$300/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Lectra Modaris pricing structure not disclosed on website; enterprise software requiring direct sales contact; Stoll no pricing available; the flat knitting machine business has been discontinued
  • They diverge on capability: Lectra Modaris covers 2D pattern design, Stoll covers Knit design.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Lectra Modaris and Stoll actually diverge.

Attributes where Lectra Modaris and Stoll differ
AttributeLectra ModarisStoll
Starting price$6000/one-time$300/month
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
Founded19731880

Identical on both: free tier (No), platforms (Windows), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fashion).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Lectra Modaris

  • 2D pattern design
  • Automatic grading
  • 3D virtual prototyping
  • Fit validation
  • Fabric simulation
  • Pattern digitizing
  • Seam engineering
  • Costing tools

Only in Stoll

  • Knit design
  • Pattern creation
  • Machine programming
  • Stitch simulation
  • Production planning
  • Stoll machines
  • CAD systems
  • User authentication

Both cover

  • Desktop deployment
  • Windows support
  • English language support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Lectra Modaris

  • Fashion 2D/3D pattern making and grading for apparel designnot Stoll
  • Garment fit simulation and virtual prototype visualizationnot Stoll
  • Cutting room optimization and fabric waste reductionnot Stoll
  • Supply chain integration from design through manufacturingnot Stoll
  • CAD pattern design with automation for collection developmentnot Stoll

Stoll

  • Flat knitting machine manufacturing (legacy/discontinued)not Lectra Modaris
  • Knitting machine spare parts and servicenot Lectra Modaris

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Lectra Modaris

  • Pricing structure not disclosed on website; enterprise software requiring direct sales contact
  • No information on per-license, per-seat, or subscription pricing models

Stoll

  • No pricing available; the flat knitting machine business has been discontinued
  • Production site in Reutlingen closed as of October 31, 2025
  • Only spare parts and legacy service support remain available

Pricing, plan by plan

Lectra Modaris

$6000/one-time
  • Modaris Expert$6000/one-time
    • 2D pattern design
    • Grading
    • Basic 3D preview
  • Modaris 3D Fit$12000/one-time
    • Everything in Expert
    • Full 3D prototyping
    • Fit validation
  • Enterprise Suite$undefined/year
    • Full platform access
    • PLM integration
    • Custom development

Stoll

$300/month
  • Basic$300/month
    • Basic design
  • Advanced$600/month
    • Advanced features
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Full solution

Which should you pick?

Choose Lectra Modaris if

  • You need 2d pattern design.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want automatic grading.
Lectra Modaris review

Choose Stoll if

  • You need knit design.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want pattern creation.
Stoll review

Questions people ask

Is Lectra Modaris or Stoll better?
Neither clearly leads. Lectra Modaris starts at $6000/one-time and Stoll at $300/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Lectra Modaris or Stoll?
Lectra Modaris starts at $6000/one-time and Stoll at $300/month.
Does Lectra Modaris or Stoll run on more platforms?
Both run on Windows, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
What is Lectra Modaris best used for?
Lectra Modaris is most often used for fashion 2d/3d pattern making and grading for apparel design, garment fit simulation and virtual prototype visualization, cutting room optimization and fabric waste reduction, supply chain integration from design through manufacturing. Of those, fashion 2d/3d pattern making and grading for apparel design and garment fit simulation and virtual prototype visualization are not what Stoll is typically brought in for.
What can Lectra Modaris do that Stoll cannot?
Lectra Modaris covers 2D pattern design, Automatic grading, 3D virtual prototyping, Fit validation. Stoll covers Knit design, Pattern creation, Machine programming, Stitch simulation. Both handle Desktop deployment, Windows support, English language support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Lectra Modaris: What does Lectra Modaris cost?

Lectra does not publish Modaris pricing on its website. The vendor sells professional design software through direct enterprise sales channels.

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Stoll: Is STOLL still selling knitting machines?

No, STOLL's flat knitting machine business has been discontinued and the production site in Reutlingen was closed on October 31, 2025. Only spare parts availability and legacy service support remain.

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Lectra Modaris: Does Lectra offer cloud-based Modaris access?

Lectra describes its Gerber Yunique solution for virtual collaboration but does not publish pricing or subscription costs on the website.

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Stoll: Where can I get spare parts for STOLL machines?

STOLL spare parts remain available through their support channels. The company has consolidated service operations under KARL MAYER ownership. Customers should contact STOLL's helpline or webshop for parts availability.

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Lectra Modaris: What licensing model does Lectra use for its fashion software?

Lectra does not disclose licensing models, per-user fees, or annual subscription rates for Modaris or related products on its website.

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