An interactive list of features and Make: test results to help you pick the perfect 3D printer for your needs.
The Vertex Nano is tiny, with a 3″ square bed, but there are plenty of projects you could print on it. Print quality is generally good, with no problems using the default settings. The print surface is unheated BuildTak, so youโll likely want to stick to PLA. Some Quirks The recommended slicer is currently only […]
Although the Smalls may look like the Printrbot Simpleโs little brother, it boasts a larger print volume, a smaller overall footprint, and perhaps even a little more personality and panache. Limited vs. Standard The Limited Edition features a slightly larger build platform, linear rails over the standardโs linear rods, and an attractive wood trim exterior. […]
The Zortrax M300 boasts a large build volume, precise prints, and support for a variety of materials. The assisted calibration is smooth and accurate, giving feedback as you tighten screws underneath the bed. Pluses and Minuses One standout feature is the perforated bed, which resulted in extremely solid first layers. The mandatory rafts were easy […]
You might be skeptical at its $220 price point, but the diminutive Monoprice Select Mini V2 delivers. With its small but usable build volume and impressive feature set it brings tremendous utility to the table. A Pleasant Surprise The steel body is unexpectedly sturdy, and the heated bed is insulated with a textured build surface. […]
The first night of our testing was drawing to an end and everyone on the team was anxious. We all knew that a package was arriving soon. This machine wasnโt able to make it on time via standard shipping options, so it was being flown from Prague to New York and driven in a rental […]
During last yearโs 3D printing shootout we tested the BCN3D Sigma and were let down by poor build quality and a system that didnโt seem fully fleshed out. Now BCN3D has come back with a 2017 revision of the Sigma, and you can tell theyโve been listening to their customers and reviewers. Twice the Control […]
