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visualOS vs Slot & Shaft

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visualOS compared with Slot & Shaft
DetailvisualOS logo visualOSSlot & Shaft logo Slot & Shaft
What it doesA local-first infinite canvas for visual thinkers Design DIY furniture from aluminum extrusion, resize it in 3D, and get a parts list that matches the model
StageStartup Not given
Founded2026 Not given
Based inDE US
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingBrowser: Free. Native app for iPhone, iPad and Mac: €14.99/$12.99 at launch (regular €19.99/$19.99), one-time purchase across all three devices, no subscription. Not given
Key features
  • Fully offline with no server required
  • Real folders on disk and Markdown files
  • Automatic version history with restore
  • Sync via user's own cloud folder (iCloud, Dropbox)
  • Nested folders to any depth
  • Freehand drawing with pen and color
  • Magnetic arrows for connecting elements
  • Full-text search across all folders
  • Interactive to-do lists on canvas
  • Resize designs in 3D to custom dimensions
  • Parts list generated from the same model data
  • All dimensions in metric and inches
  • Every part linked to US sellers
  • Designs checked against fit rules before listing
  • Part data sourced from manufacturer drawings
  • Designs labeled as AI draft or test-built
  • No account needed to browse and design
What makes it different
  • No account or server: your data never leaves your device
  • Real files you own: folders are real folders, documents are Markdown files
  • Works fully offline with no internet dependency
  • Automatic sync through your own cloud (iCloud or Dropbox)
  • Native apps for iPhone, iPad and Mac showing full canvas
  • Parts automatically computed to fit together based on slot systems and hardware compatibility
  • Data sourced from manufacturer specifications rather than guesses
  • Cut lengths computed from design model, not estimated
  • Distinguishes between reference data and physically verified designs
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)7 +2 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)30
Citation Flow (Majestic)210
Referring domains (Majestic)180

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