• joiners
  • cabinetmakers
  • kitchen fitters

Spend less time
on cut lists.
More time crafting.

Generate detailed parts lists and optimized layouts. In 2 clicks.

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White melamine · 2800 × 2070 mm · 19 mm thick
// WHAT IS IT?

The missing link between your design software and your workshop.

(Especially if you're still using Excel…)

Panelgator is a Windows desktop app designed for joiners, cabinetmakers and kitchen fitters.

It instantly optimizes your panel cut lists and generates production-ready documents.

Easy to get started, it runs 100% offline on your computer. No online services.

Panelgator — software interface
  • Save time
  • Fewer mistakes
  • Reduce waste
// HOW IT WORKS

Your cut list optimized in 3 steps.

  1. /01

    Import or enter your parts

    From your design software, or by hand in a few minutes.

  2. /02

    The algorithm optimizes the nesting to your preferences

    Grain direction, kerf, available stock.

  3. /03

    Print and build

    Cut list, cutting plans and labels ready for the workshop.

// FEATURES

Designed for cutting panels — wood and derivatives.

Import

Import directly from your design software, no double entry.

Currently supported formats:

  • .BXF2 - Blum e-Services
  • .CSV

Edge

Specify which edges to band on each part.

  • Auto-assignment on import
  • Thickness deduction
  • Total length calculation

Grain

Manage grain direction across stock and parts.

  • Orientation based on material decor or grain
  • Linking of adjacent parts for perfect continuity

Cut

Choose cut direction based on your preferences and equipment:

  • Panel saw
  • Sliding table saw
  • CNC

Stock

Combine multiple materials in a single project.

  • Material (Melamine, MDF, Laminate…)
  • Format (Full panel, offcut, shelf)
  • Thickness (18, 19, 22 mm…)

Export

Export your cut lists, cutting plans and labels as:

  • .PDF
  • .DXF
  • .CSV
// PRICING

Buy it once.
Yours forever.

Panelgator

Lifetime license One-time payment 1 seat

59

// EARLY ACCESS OFFER

Updates included for 1 year. After that, Panelgator keeps working without limitation. Optional renewal to access future versions.

// ABOUT

I'm a joiner, just like you. I used Excel to prepare cut lists for my jobs. For lack of anything better.

I looked for a solution to make my work easier, without finding anything satisfying. Most existing software is built for industry — complex and overpriced.

So I built the tool I needed, my way:

  • Built for artisans and small workshops.
  • 100% offline — no online service.
  • No more double entry.
Panelgator — alligator mascot with saw

Panelgator is field-tested and improves continuously thanks to your feedback.
Write me at support@panelgator.com.

Vincent

Joiner · Creator of Panelgator

// FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which operating systems does Panelgator run on?

Panelgator runs on Windows 10 and 11.
A macOS version is coming soon.

Windows shows a warning during installation. Is this normal?

Yes, it's temporary. Panelgator is a recent piece of software that needs to accumulate enough downloads to gain Windows' trust.

To continue installing: click on "More info", then on "Run anyway".

How does the 30-day trial work?

The trial lets you use Panelgator with no limit: all features are available to test on real projects.

After 30 days, a lifetime license is available for €59 to keep using it.

Is my data safe?

Panelgator works 100% offline.
Your projects stay on your computer. Nothing is sent to an external server.

Are updates included?

Yes. All updates are included for 1 year at no extra cost.

Beyond that, Panelgator keeps working without limitation. An optional renewal will be available to access future versions.

How do I buy a license?

Head over to the Buy a license page.

After your purchase, you'll receive your key by email within minutes, along with instructions to activate it in Panelgator.

Can I use Panelgator on multiple workstations?

Each workstation needs its own license key.
You can transfer your license from one computer to another if you change hardware.

Which design software is Panelgator compatible with?

Currently, you can import your parts from:

  • any software that exports to CSV
  • the Blum e-Services configurator (BXF2)

Native integrations with SketchUp and Hettich Plan are in development.

Does Panelgator work for materials other than wood?

Yes. Panelgator works with any material that can be cut into panels.
Melamine, plywood, MDF, aluminum, glass, laminate.

If it cuts as a panel, it calculates in Panelgator.

How do I get help if I have a problem?

Support is provided directly by email at support@panelgator.com.
Response guaranteed within 24h.

Optimize your cut lists. Starting today.

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