# CutPlan.ai > Free online cut list optimizer for woodworking CutPlan is a web-based tool that optimizes cutting layouts for sheet materials (plywood, MDF, melamine, glass, metal, acrylic, and more). It minimizes waste by calculating the most efficient way to cut parts from stock sheets using advanced bin-packing algorithms across 15 optimization strategies. ## Key Features - Panel cutting optimization with 15 strategies - Grain direction support for wood materials - Edge banding tracking - Step-by-step cut instructions - PDF cut sheets and label export - DXF export for CNC machines - CSV import and export - Cloud project save and load - 21 languages with full RTL support - Dark mode ## Pricing - Free: 30 calculations per month, PDF export, cloud save - Pro: $29/month — unlimited calculations, DXF export, cut steps, custom materials - Two Day Pass: $9 — 48-hour access to all Pro features ## Supported Materials Any rectangular sheet material: plywood, MDF, melamine, OSB, particleboard, acrylic, polycarbonate, aluminum composite, glass, ceramic, and more. ## Languages English, Hebrew, Arabic, Persian, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Turkish, Bulgarian, Croatian, Japanese, Chinese, Hungarian, Georgian, Kazakh. ## Links - Homepage: https://cutplan.ai - Features: https://cutplan.ai/features - Pricing: https://cutplan.ai/pricing - FAQ: https://cutplan.ai/faq - Blog: https://cutplan.ai/blog/ - About: https://cutplan.ai/about ## Blog Posts - The Complete Guide to Cut List Optimization: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/complete-guide-cut-list-optimization.html Comprehensive 2026 pillar guide covering cut list optimization concepts, bin-packing algorithms, material-specific techniques, and step-by-step workflow for minimizing waste. - Standard Sheet Sizes Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/standard-sheet-sizes-guide.html Complete reference to standard plywood, MDF, and melamine sheet sizes worldwide with imperial and metric dimensions and regional variations. - Saw Kerf Explained: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/saw-kerf-explained.html What saw kerf is, common blade widths, and how to account for kerf waste in your cut list to avoid undersized parts and wasted material. - Grain Direction in Panel Cutting: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/grain-direction-panel-cutting.html When grain direction matters, how it affects optimization efficiency, and how to handle grain-locked vs free-rotation parts for best results. - Free Cut List Optimizer Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/free-cut-list-optimizer.html Complete guide to using a free cut list optimizer to minimize wood waste and reduce material costs for woodworking projects. - Minimize Wood Waste: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/minimize-wood-waste-panel-cutting.html 7 practical strategies to reduce offcuts and optimize panel cutting layouts for plywood, MDF, and melamine. - Plywood Cut List Optimization: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/plywood-cut-list-optimization.html Step-by-step tutorial on creating optimized cut lists for plywood furniture projects with PDF export. - How Many Sheets Calculator: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/how-many-sheets-calculator.html Step-by-step guide to calculating exactly how many plywood, MDF, or melamine sheets you need for any woodworking project. - CNC Nesting vs Manual Cut List: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/cnc-nesting-vs-manual-cut-list.html Complete comparison of CNC nesting and guillotine cut list optimization — when to use each, cost differences, and material yield comparison. - Offcut Management Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/offcut-management-guide.html How to track, organize, and reuse leftover material from cutting projects to reduce waste and save money. - DXF Export for CNC Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/dxf-export-cnc-guide.html Beginner's guide to DXF file format — what it contains, how to export from CutPlan, and how to prepare files for CNC machines. - Best Cut List Optimizer Software 2026: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/best-cut-list-optimizer-software-2026.html Comprehensive comparison of free and paid cut list optimizer software for woodworkers, cabinet makers, and CNC operators. - Kitchen Cabinet Cut List Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/kitchen-cabinet-cut-list.html Step-by-step guide to creating a complete cut list for kitchen cabinets from measuring to optimized cutting layouts. - Panel Cutting for Beginners: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/panel-cutting-beginners-guide.html Complete beginner guide to cutting sheet materials — tools, techniques, cutting order, and a first bookshelf project walkthrough. - Guillotine Cut vs Free Cut: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/guillotine-vs-free-cut.html Comparison of guillotine and free cutting methods — how each works, material yield differences, and which matches your workshop equipment. - Optimize Material in Small Workshop: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/optimize-material-small-workshop.html Practical strategies for small workshops to maximize material usage, reduce waste, and manage stock efficiently. - Edge Banding Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/edge-banding-guide.html Complete guide to edge banding types, application methods, and how banding thickness affects cut list dimensions. - 5 Common Cut List Mistakes: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/common-cut-list-mistakes.html The five most common cut list errors that waste material and how to prevent each one. - PDF Cut Sheets Explained: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/pdf-cut-sheets-explained.html How to read and use PDF cutting diagrams — part labels, cutting sequence, and workshop tips. - Glass Cutting Optimization: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/glass-cutting-optimization.html How glass cutting optimization differs from wood — scoring vs sawing, coating orientation, and standard glass sizes. - Sheet Metal Nesting: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/sheet-metal-nesting-optimization.html Sheet metal nesting optimization for fabrication — CNC considerations, material costs, and rectangular vs true nesting. - Online vs Desktop Cut List Optimizer: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/online-vs-desktop-cut-list-optimizer.html Comparison of web-based and desktop cut list optimizers — platform support, features, pricing, and why online tools work on PC, Mac, and mobile. - Cut List Optimizer App Guide: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/cut-list-optimizer-app-guide.html How to use a cut list optimizer on your phone or tablet — native apps vs web apps, PWA installation, and mobile optimization tips. - How to Use a Cut List Optimizer Tutorial: https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/how-to-use-cut-list-optimizer-tutorial.html Complete step-by-step tutorial from entering your first part to exporting a PDF cut sheet, with tips for common issues. - Cut List Optimizer Integrations (SketchUp & CAD): https://cutplan.ai/en/blog/cut-list-optimizer-integrations-sketchup-cad.html How to connect SketchUp, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and other design tools with cut list optimizers via CSV import. ## Competitor Comparisons - CutPlan vs OptiCutter: https://cutplan.ai/en/compare/opticutter - CutPlan vs CutList Optimizer: https://cutplan.ai/en/compare/cutlist-optimizer - CutPlan vs CutListEvo: https://cutplan.ai/en/compare/cutlistevo - CutPlan vs MaxCut: https://cutplan.ai/en/compare/maxcut ## Social & Directory Profiles - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cutplan-ai - Twitter/X: https://x.com/CutPlanAI - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CutPlanAI - AlternativeTo: https://alternativeto.net/software/cutplan/ - G2: https://www.g2.com/products/cutplan - Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q138710919