atomsk

The premium Open Source alternative to BIOVIA Materials Studio

🎯 Best for:Users needing to convert or modify large atomic coordinate files via scripts.

What is atomsk?

Replaces GUI-based atomic modelers with a command-line tool for creating and transforming large-scale atomic systems. Supports over 20 file formats and complex geometric transformations like dislocations and grain boundaries.

Tech Stack
FortranChemistry & Materials

Why atomsk?

  • Extremely fast execution
  • Broad format compatibility
  • Powerful defect creation

Limitations

  • No visual feedback
  • Fortran-based build
  • Command syntax learning
2/24/2026
Last Update
78
Forks
2
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on BIOVIA Materials Studio)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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