An interactive list of features and Make: test results to help you pick the perfect 3D printer for your needs.
The sleek Up Box seems to target the prosumer market with good looks, functionality, and price.ย The printer is easy to use, comes with lots of extras, and includes free lifetime tech support with purchase. SIMPLE SETUP The proprietary printing software is a quick and easy install. Before the first print, users must manually level […]
The Rostock MAX v2 offers huge, excellent prints without a wallet-breaking price. This kit machine scored well in our testing, and includes a lot of features for those willing to take the time to assemble their own printer. Just donโt plan on keeping it in a small space โ at 4′ tall, this machine is […]
The cheapest addition to the XYZ 3D printer family is the da Vinci Jr. 1.0, and one of the least expensive models we tested this year. This handsome guy is marketed towards a consumer that is intrigued by 3D printing but doesnโt really want to invest that much. At a price point of $350, youโre […]
If you go by the Bukitoโs stature, you might get the notion that this small form factor printer is just another mini with middling results. You would be wrong. It scored well in our tests and seems to be as portable as Deezmaker claims. The primary drawback: A small build volume. LEAN MEAN PRINTING MACHINE […]
Itโs been a pleasure watching Printrbot evolve since their audacious 2011 Kickstarter campaign, promising affordable and easy to assemble 3D printer kits. Like many other brands, they used laser-cut wood in their early models, then moved to more reliable, scalable metal. In doing so, they managed to keep the prices low and the quality high. […]
The Idea Builder (aka 3D20) is fully enclosed, easy to use, reliable, and produces decent prints. The simple software, touchscreen interface, and warranty make it a good value for beginners or those who donโt want to play with hardware. PLUSES AND MINUSES Dremelโs easy-to-follow videos can get you up and printing in about 30 minutes. […]
This 3D printer is about printing, not fiddling. And print it does โ and with distinction. While the retraction performance and bridging could use some improvement, they are good nonetheless, and the surface quality and (lack of) z-wobble are really something to see. Combined with the 90-micron minimum layer thickness and with the visual impact […]
