That $80 download for a post processor felt like a ripoff until I actually used it

I was dead set against paying for a post processor for my new machine, but after three days of manually fixing G-code (and crashing one tool), I caved and bought the Camotics one for my Haas. It cut my setup time from an hour to maybe ten minutes. Has anyone else found a tool they thought was overpriced but turned out to be totally worth it?

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ellis.felix1mo ago

Think about how many times we cheap out on something small then end up spending way more time or money fixing the headache later. It's the same pattern I see with people buying bargain bin tools or skipping a proper inspection on a used car, always costs more in the end. Sometimes paying up front is just the smarter play to save your sanity and your wallet.

ellis.jennifer1mo ago

Three days of manual G-code" is exactly why I stopped fighting it and paid up.