Deepnest

Deepnest is an open‑source nesting tool designed for CNC equipment such as laser cutters, plasma cutters and other similar machines. It arranges parts automatically on material sheets to minimize waste, generating optimized layouts that can be exported for fabrication. The software runs natively on macOS and is released as a stable version, making it suitable for regular production workflows.

Target users include makers, small‑scale manufacturers and hobbyists who need to maximize material utilization without manual layout. By providing a free, community‑maintained solution, Deepnest offers an alternative to proprietary nesting packages, allowing users to inspect, modify and contribute to the code base.

Key characteristics are its focus on CNC nesting, cross‑compatibility with various cutting technologies, and its open‑source licensing, which together enable transparent, customizable, and cost‑effective material planning.