An interactive list of features and Make: test results to help you pick the perfect 3D printer for your needs.
In the early days of desktop 3D printing, MakerBot made a name for itself by offering one of the only kit machines. Their reputation as industry leaders grew until their name became synonymous with 3D printing. Then the trouble came: After losing much of their community goodwill by going closed source, MakerBot released the Gen […]
The Folger Tech 2020 Prusa i3 is a sub $300 printer you can order today, and not have to wait for all the fun that comes with a crowdfunded printer. As they say though, you get what you pay for. In this case, itโs not quite a complete printer. Minimalistic Kit The 2020 Prusa i3โs […]
After the initial smooth-as-silk homing sequence, I knew that I should buckle my seat belt for one incredible joyride. Prusa Research has raised the bar for consumer 3D printing platforms while not breaking the bank. And with its total score of 36 points โ more than any machine we’ve ever tested โ the Prusa i3 […]
2nd Extended+ timeโs the charm The Ultimaker 2 Extended+ is not a new printer (as you might have deduced from the name). Itโs an upgraded version of the Ultimaker 2. The Extended+ sports a new Bowden hot end that flawlessly extrudes without a hint of clogging and features swappable nozzles to jump between sizes ranging […]
Thereโs a lot to love about the N2 Plus starting with its size. The N2 Plus is big. While still technically a desktop 3D printer, you are going to be just as happyย running this machine on the floor.ย Built-in casters make it easy to move around. It boasts a print size of 12″ร12″ร24″ (305mmร305mmร610mm), making it […]
The Jellybox had an amazing underdog story at the DigiFab Testing Shootout. As we gathered around the testing area on the first night, the sea of machines to test was laid out before us and, in turn, we selected machines. As a senior member of the testing team, I was able to pick early on […]
Sindoh has specialized in 2D printers and imaging technologies since 1960, but the DP200 3DWOX is the Korean companyโs first stab at the 3D printer market, and itโs a good one. This sleek, feature-rich printer offers respectable prints, automatic filament loading, assisted bed leveling, web camera monitoring, a beautiful 5″ touch panel and network print […]
