This is a free online tool that lets you design and model 3D object all though a web browser.  Objects you create can logo-tinkercad-256be exported to a common file format recognized by most 3D printers.  You can also export to Minecraft (not sure how that works but it sounds cool.)

Simple Uses?

Use it for a design class. Great for STEM projects. Easy way to get kids designing objects that can be sent to a 3D Printer.

Do I Plan To Use It?

Used it once to make and print a keychain. Plan to use it again with kids.

Commitment And Learning Curve

3D Design software can be quite complicated and have a high learning curve, this is quite basic and simple, yet powerful. The built-in lessons will get you comfortable and working with this web tool in a matter of minutes.

Best For

ES/MS

Cost

Free

Website

www.tinkercad.com