Fusion3 Design F306

Fusion3 Design F306

The F306 is a thing of beauty and will delight 3D printer enthusiasts. It’s an entrancing machine, with the open frame design, brightly lit build area, mirrored platform, and nylon thread movements. The printing seemed effortless and graceful, and it scored highly over the weekend testing. The hefty price tag reflects the premium performance. Demand […]

Tiertime Up Box

Tiertime Up Box

The sleek Up Box seems to target the prosumer market with good looks, functionality, and price.  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 […]

SeeMeCNC Rostock MAX v2

SeeMeCNC Rostock MAX v2

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 don’t plan on keeping it in a small space — at 4′ tall, this machine is […]

XYZprinting da Vinci 1.0 Jr

XYZprinting da Vinci 1.0 Jr

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 doesn’t really want to invest that much. At a price point of $350, you’re […]

Deezmaker Bukito

Deezmaker Bukito

If you go by the Bukito’s 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 […]

Printrbot Simple

Printrbot Simple

It’s 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. […]