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Lectra Modaris vs Tukatech

Lectra Modaris logo

Lectra Modaris

Software

Professional pattern making and 3D prototyping

From
$6000/one-time
Rated
-
Tukatech logo

Tukatech

Software

Cloud-based pattern design and grading software

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Tukatech has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • They diverge on capability: Lectra Modaris covers 2D pattern design, Tukatech covers Pattern design.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Lectra Modaris and Tukatech differ
AttributeLectra ModarisTukatech
Starting price$6000/one-timeFree
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindowsWeb
Founded19732002

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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
  • 3D virtual prototyping
  • Fit validation
  • Fabric simulation
  • Pattern digitizing
  • Seam engineering
  • Costing tools
  • Lectra Diamino

Only in Tukatech

  • Pattern design
  • Marker making
  • Collaboration tools
  • Email
  • File sharing
  • SSL encryption
  • User authentication
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Automatic grading
  • Cloud deployment
  • English language support

What people use each for

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

Lectra Modaris

  • Pattern engineeringnot Tukatech
  • 3D prototypingnot Tukatech
  • Fit optimizationnot Tukatech
  • Production preparationnot Tukatech
  • Collection developmentnot Tukatech

Tukatech

  • Pattern making and grading with TUKAcadnot Lectra Modaris
  • 3D garment simulation and virtual fit with TUKA3Dnot Lectra Modaris
  • Marker making and fabric optimisation through SMARTmarknot Lectra Modaris
  • Textile print design in TUKAstudionot Lectra Modaris
  • Cutting room automation with the TUKAcut hardwarenot Lectra Modaris

Where each one falls short

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

Lectra Modaris

Nothing recorded yet. See the Lectra Modaris review.

Tukatech

  • Sold as a wide set of separate products, TUKAcad, TUKA3D, SMARTmark, TUKAstudio and others, rather than one application
  • Much of the line is hardware, including cutters, spreaders and printers, so the software is part of a larger capital purchase
  • Pricing is not published

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

Tukatech

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic pattern design
    • Standard library
  • Professional$50/month
    • Advanced features
    • Premium support

Which should you pick?

Choose Lectra Modaris if

  • You need 2d pattern design.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want 3d virtual prototyping.

Choose Tukatech if

  • You need pattern design.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want marker making.

Questions people ask

Is Lectra Modaris or Tukatech better?
Neither clearly leads. Lectra Modaris starts at $6000/one-time and Tukatech at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Lectra Modaris or Tukatech?
Tukatech has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $6000/one-time for Lectra Modaris and Free for Tukatech.
Does Lectra Modaris or Tukatech run on more platforms?
Lectra Modaris runs on Windows. Tukatech runs on Web.
Can I use Tukatech for free?
Yes. Tukatech has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Lectra Modaris starts at $6000/one-time.
What is Lectra Modaris best used for?
Lectra Modaris is most often used for pattern engineering, 3d prototyping, fit optimization, production preparation. Of those, pattern engineering and 3d prototyping are not what Tukatech is typically brought in for.
What can Lectra Modaris do that Tukatech cannot?
Lectra Modaris covers 2D pattern design, 3D virtual prototyping, Fit validation, Fabric simulation. Tukatech covers Pattern design, Marker making, Collaboration tools, Email. Both handle Automatic grading, Cloud deployment, English language support.

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