September 2023

3D Printers: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of 3D printers rankings posted by key online experts, as of September 2023.

Summary

On 3 Sep 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 110 3D printer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

78 3D printers were endorsed in total, only 27 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 3 Sep 2023, Bambu Lab P1P takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed 3D printer with 4 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 4 recommended it as the '#1 3D printer' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking 3D printers start at $39.99 (MYNT3D Super 3D Pen) and go up to $3499 (Raise3D E2). Median 3D printer costs $419.99 (Anycubic Kobra Plus).
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At a glance - September Ranking

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Rank Change Price 3D Printer
All3DP
CNET
PCMag
Omnicore
3d Sourced
Popular Mechanics
TechRadar
Digital Trends
Tom's Guide
Tom's Hardware
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Bambu Lab P1P
The Bambu Lab P1P 3D printer is a high-performance machine with advanced features, capable of handling complex geometries and a variety of materials, suitable for professional and hobbyist use.
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Creality Ender 3 V2
The Creality Ender 3 V2 is an affordable and reliable 3D printer that produces high-quality prints and is suitable for hobbyists, makers, and small businesses.
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Bambu Lab P1S
The Bambu Lab P1S 3D printer is highly regarded for its print quality, accuracy, consistency, and ability to handle complex geometries and intricate details, making it a versatile and high-performing printer suitable for a wide range of printing projects.
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Original Prusa i3 MK3S+
The Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ is a versatile and reliable 3D printer with advanced features and specifications, making it an excellent choice for prototyping, small-scale production, and hobbyist projects.
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Original Prusa MK4
The Original Prusa MK4 3D printer is highly regarded for its exceptional print quality, reliability, and ease of use, making it a top choice for professionals, hobbyists, and educators.
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LulzBot Mini 2
The LulzBot Mini 2 is a versatile and reliable 3D printer that produces high-quality prints with a wide range of materials and an easy-to-use interface.
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FormLabs Form 3
The FormLabs Form 3 3D printer is a reliable and user-friendly machine that produces high-quality prints with fine details and smooth surfaces, making it ideal for designers, engineers, and architects, but its limited build volume may be a limiting factor for those who need to print larger objects.
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Elegoo Mars 2 Pro
The Elegoo Mars 2 Pro is a resin-based 3D printer with high print accuracy, a monochrome LCD screen, a larger build volume, and an integrated air filtration unit, making it an excellent option for hobbyists, designers, and small businesses.
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Original Prusa Mini
The Original Prusa Mini 3D Printer is a reliable and versatile printer suitable for hobbyists, educators, and small businesses that consistently produces high-quality prints with modern features.
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Anycubic Kobra 2
The Anycubic Kobra 2 3D printer is highly praised for its impressive print quality, user-friendly interface, and range of convenient features, making it a versatile and reliable option for both beginners and experienced users.
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Formlabs Form 3+
The Formlabs Form 3+ 3D printer is highly praised for its exceptional print quality, precision, and consistency, making it suitable for a wide range of professional applications.
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Anycubic Kobra
The Anycubic Kobra 3D printer is a reliable and affordable option for hobbyists and small businesses looking to produce high-quality prints with a maximum resolution of 0.05 mm and features such as automatic print bed leveling, direct drive extruder, and filament runout detection.
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Ankermake M5
The Ankermake M5 3D printer is a reliable and versatile printer with a mid-range build volume, maximum resolution of 50 microns, and several user-friendly features, making it ideal for users who prioritize speed, ease of use, and premium features in their 3D printing experience.
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Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
The Anycubic Photon Mono M5s is a highly recommended resin 3D printer that offers exceptional print quality, ease of use, and compatibility with various resin materials, making it suitable for users who prioritize high-resolution and detailed prints.
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Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro
The Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro is a versatile and reliable 3D printer with automatic bed leveling, a direct-drive dual-gear extruder, and a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, suitable for hobbyists, makers, and small businesses.
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Dremel Digilab 3D45
The Dremel Digilab 3D45 3D Printer is a reliable and consistent printer that delivers exceptional print quality and accuracy, making it an excellent choice for professionals and small businesses.
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MakerBot Replicator+
The MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer is a reliable and accurate option for professionals who require faster and more precise printing, as well as easier management and monitoring of projects through the powerful software solution.
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Toybox 3D 1-Touch
The Toybox 3D 1-Touch printer is a user-friendly and reliable 3D printer designed for children and beginners, with a simple one-touch interface, access to a large library of printable toys and projects, and compatibility with safe and biodegradable PLA filaments.
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Anycubic Photon Mono X
The Anycubic Photon Mono X 3D printer is a reliable and easy-to-use resin-based printer with a large build volume and high-quality prints, making it suitable for professionals and hobbyists.
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Anycubic Kobra Max
The Anycubic Kobra Max 3D printer is a reliable and versatile option with a large build volume, automatic bed leveling, and compatibility with a wide range of filaments, making it suitable for hobbyists, makers, and small businesses.
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Prusa Mini Plus
The Prusa Mini Plus 3D printer is a reliable and user-friendly machine with advanced features, making it ideal for hobbyists, educators, and small businesses.
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Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro
The Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro 3D printer is a versatile and reliable option with high-quality print resolution, dual Z-axis leadscrews, automatic build platform leveling, and compatibility with a wide range of materials.
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FlashForge Adventurer 4
The FlashForge Adventurer 4 is a versatile and reliable 3D printer suitable for a variety of use cases, producing excellent quality prints with complex geometries and intricate details, and offering advanced features and tools for easy use.
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SnapMaker Artisan 3-in-1
The SnapMaker Artisan 3-in-1 3D printer is highly praised for its high print quality, large build volume, ease of use, and compatibility with various materials, making it a reliable and versatile option for users in need of precise and high-quality prints.
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Anycubic Photon Mono 2
The Anycubic Photon Mono 2 is a highly recommended resin-based 3D printer that offers excellent print quality, a larger build volume, and user-friendly features, making it ideal for printing miniatures and intricate designs.
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Flashforge Creator Pro 2
The Flashforge Creator Pro 2 is a high-end 3D printer with a dual extruder system, multiple filament support, and a maximum resolution of 50 microns, making it suitable for a variety of use cases.
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Ultimaker S5
The Ultimaker S5 is a high-quality 3D printer with exceptional print quality, a large build volume, and advanced features, making it suitable for a variety of use cases.
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#28 $186 Anycubic Photon Mono 2
#2 $213.99 Creality Ender 3 V2
#13 $289.99 Anycubic Kobra 2
#21 $299 Toybox 3D 1-Touch
#18 $395 Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro
#22 $449.99 Anycubic Photon Mono X
#29 $599 Flashforge Creator Pro 2
#17 $659.99 Anycubic Photon Mono M5s
#23 $669.99 Anycubic Kobra Max
#16 $699 Ankermake M5
#26 $699 FlashForge Adventurer 4
#6 $1899.99 LulzBot Mini 2
#19 $1999 Dremel Digilab 3D45
#20 $2099.98 MakerBot Replicator+

We ranked Bambu Lab P1P #1 in September 2023 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Bambu Lab P1P as #1.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

BEST 3D PRINTER UNDER $1,000

Incredible print speed
Automated print quality & success features
Virtually plug-and-play

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CNET

Bare-bones printer on the edge of greatness

Compatible with AMS
Very fast
Great price

Bad control screen
Lacks a case

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TechRadar

A speedy FDM 3D printer

Fast setup and printing
Power Loss Recovery, resume your print if you lose power
Customizable add-ons and 16 color printing

Would have benefitted from a heavier metal base
Doesn’t come with sides (templates provided to print your own)
Only comes with a single .4mm nozzle

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Tom's Hardware

Fastest 3D Printer

Blazing speed
Simple and auto bed leveling
Abundant presets in slicer
DIY custom side panels
Optional 4 Color AMS

Looks naked
Pricey
Noisy
Proprietary replacement parts
Can't print ABS well
AMD unit wastes filament

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We ranked Creality Ender 3 V2 #2 in September 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Creality Ender 3 V2 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Omnicore

Under $500

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3d Sourced

best 3D printer for the price

Still one of the best low-cost 3D printer kits, and very durable and reliable.
Very upgradable: I’ve written extensively about the other upgrades you can add on to it, as well as the other Ender 3 versions available.

There are now more advanced 3D printers with newer features – including newer Ender 3 models that we’ve reviewed on this website.

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Popular Mechanics

Best Easy-to-Use Model

Easy to assemble
Good print quality

Noisy

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend 3D printers.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of 3D printers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for September 2023 ranking

We ranked Bambu Lab P1S #3 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Bambu Lab P1S as #1.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Best overall 3D Printer

Fully enclosed
AMS compatible
Very fast
Great finished product

Control screen is unhelpful

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Tom's Hardware

Best 3D Printer Overall

Blazing speed
Enclosure for high temperature printing
Simple auto bed leveling
All metal hotend
Optional 4 color AMS

Pricey
Mediocre UI

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We ranked Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ #4 in September 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ as #1.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Classic 3D Printer excellence

Dependable
Excellent print quality
Fantastic customer service

Slow compared to the next generation of printers

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PCMag

Best 3D Printer for Serious Hobbyists, Makers / Editors' Choice

Consistently high-quality prints
No misprints in our testing
Supports multiple filament types
Includes a 1-kilogram PLA spool
Useful, professionally printed user guide
Great support resources
Versatile, user-friendly software

Build volume a bit small for the price

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3d Sourced

Best FDM 3D printer for $1000

One of the world’s most reliable and durable 3D printers.
Comes with auto-levelling and many other features that save you time and hassle.
Upgradable with MMU kit to print 5 colors of filament at once.

Takes a long time to build (you can buy the pre-built version for $200 more instead)

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We ranked Original Prusa MK4 #5 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Original Prusa MK4 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
TechRadar

A high-speed 3D printer with smart innovations

Reliable and efficient
Versatile and customizable
Easy to use
Open-source

Relatively expensive for beginners

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Tom's Hardware

Best Premium 3D Printer

Fully assembled or DIY kit
Faster than MK3
Direct drive
Linear rods
Dual Z axis
Auto bed leveling
PEI Steel flex plate
All metal hotend
Very quiet
REASONS TO AVOID

Expensive
Released without Input Shaping

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We ranked LulzBot Mini 2 #6 in September 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Open-Frame 3D Printer for Hobbyists and Schools

Easy to set up and use.
Powerful software.
Quiet operation.
Supports a variety of filament types.
LCD with SD-card slot.
Self-leveling print bed.
Easy to remove finished objects from print bed.
Works with Windows, macOS X, and Linux.

Print quality inconsistent at times.
No bundled filament.
Open frame increases risk of burns from a hot extruder.
Relatively sparse connectivity options.

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Omnicore

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Digital Trends

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We ranked FormLabs Form 3 #7 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked FormLabs Form 3 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
3d Sourced

Best Professional Resin Printers

Gold standard in desktop resin 3D printing.
Extremely fine details and precision: ideal for jewelry, prototyping, dentistry, and more.

Smaller build area – so less suited for larger models such as for architectural mockups.

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Digital Trends

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We ranked Elegoo Mars 2 Pro #8 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
3d Sourced

Best under $300: Resin

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Tom's Hardware

Best Budget Resin 3D Printer

Spring-loaded self-leveling build platform
Integrated air filtration system

Build volume can feel limited

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We ranked Original Prusa Mini #9 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Overall Budget 3D Printer / Editors' Choice

Top-notch object quality
Supports a variety of filament types
Useful, professionally printed user guide
Great support resources
Versatile, user-friendly software

First-layer calibration can be tricky
Only includes starter packets of filament
Requires monitoring if young children or pets are around

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3d Sourced

Best Premium-Budget Printer

Like all Prusa printers, it’s reliable and durable – but far more affordable than the Prusa i3 MK3S+.
Fast 200mm/s print speeds.

Small print area: just 180 x 180 x 180 mm.
Less sturdy gantry system than most other Cartesian printers.

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We ranked Anycubic Kobra 2 #10 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Best budget fast 3D printer

Entry-level pricing
Auto bed leveling
Extremely fast

Needs more part cooling

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PCMag

Best Budget 3D Printer for First-Timers / Editors' Choice

Affordable
Prints fast and accurately
Easy to assemble

Very noisy fans
Leveling software is inconsistent
Can get worryingly hot

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We ranked Formlabs Form 3+ #11 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best 3D Resin Printer for Rapid Prototyping and Parts Production

Excellent print quality
Full SLA workflow solution
Nearly fume-free operation
USB, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet connectivity
Responsive phone customer service

Difficult to remove printed objects
Problematic resin-tray seating process
Steep learning curve for using supports
Requires lots of isopropyl alcohol

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Tom's Guide

The best resin-based 3D printer / Editor's Choice

Fast printing
High-quality results
Extensive amount of resins available

No third-party resin support
Expensive

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We ranked Anycubic Kobra #12 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

BEST 3D PRINTER UNDER $200

Reliable auto-bed leveling
Easy filament handling via direct extruder
Great bang-for-buck ratio – cheap and capable

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3d Sourced

Best under $300: FDM

One of the cheapest 3D printers around with auto-leveling.
Direct drive extruder is ideal for beginners and for printing flexibles.
Excellent performance for the price.

Ideally the build volume would be slightly larger.
Smaller max height than alternatives like Ender 3 S1.

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We ranked Ankermake M5 #13 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Hyperfast bed slinger

Extremely fast
Camera for time-lapse videos
Easy to assemble

AI camera is terrible

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PCMag

Best Midrange 3D Printer for Fast Printing / Editors' Choice

High-quality prints
Fast standard print speed
Filament holder can be mounted vertically or horizontally
Print bed offers large print volume and easy print removal
Quick assembly, using extra-handy bundled toolkit
Nifty time-lapse recording feature

Somewhat expensive
So-so documentation
Undocumented error alerts

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We ranked Anycubic Photon Mono M5s #14 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

Under $1,000 (Resin)

Super high resolution
Super speed
Smart features to reduce your input and effort

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Tom's Hardware

Best Ultra High Resolution 3D Printer

Eye-popping 12K prints
Auto leveling
High speed printing
Smart sensors

Release film has short life span
Specialty resin is pricey

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We ranked Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro #15 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Budget 3D Printer for DIYers

Easy assembly
Supports many filament types
Generated nicely detailed test prints

Auto-leveling program could be more accurate, may require slight adjustments

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3d Sourced

Best for $500: FDM

Performed excellently in our hands-on test.
Quick and simple to build and get printing
Direct drive is easier to use than the original Ender 3
High-temp 300°C nozzle makes for more filament printing options (the standard S1 is limited to 260°C).

More expensive than the standard S1, and you may not need to print higher-temp filaments.

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We ranked Dremel Digilab 3D45 #16 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Omnicore

Under $2000

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Popular Mechanics

Best for Serious Users

Amazing print quality
Very quiet

Expensive

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We ranked MakerBot Replicator+ #17 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best 3D Printer for Product Designers/Engineers / Editors' Choice

Easy to use.
Very good print quality.
User-friendly yet powerful software.
Prints via USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi, and from a USB thumb drive.
Safe design for an open-frame printer.
Relatively quiet.

Printer setup through MakerBot Mobile app can be tricky.
Somewhat pricey filament.

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Popular Mechanics

Best for Printing Metal

Easy to set up
Good print quality

Pricey

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We ranked Toybox 3D 1-Touch #18 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best 3D Printer for Kids / Editors' Choice

Reliable, misprint-free printing
Easy setup
One-touch operation
Well-composed help resources
Access to more than 2,000 printable toys and projects
Lets you create your own printable designs

Tiny build area
Not ideal for importing 3D files created elsewhere

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3d Sourced

Best For Kids & Complete Beginners

Probably the world’s easiest 3D printer to use.
Ideal for absolute beginners (and kids). We set it up and got it printing in no time at all.
Comes with access to extensive toy files to print for free (including licensed Batman and other prints).

Smaller print area than other printers on this list: just 70 x 80 x 90 mm.
Only prints PLA and prints at low temperatures. Though, this makes it safe for kids.

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We ranked Anycubic Photon Mono X #19 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
3d Sourced

Best large-format resin printer

Anycubic’s market-leading resin print quality.
Reasonably priced for the specs it offers.

Average build volume. Consider the M3 Photon Max for a larger resin printer.

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Tom's Guide

The best 3D printer for low-cost SLA printing

Fast printer with high-quality output
Costs a fraction of what other SLA printers cost

Slicing software produces inconsistent supports
Some print failures

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We ranked Anycubic Kobra Max #20 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

Large Format

Massive build volume for not much money
Volcano-like hot end gives high filament flow at speed, meaning less time for larger prints
Despite its behemoth size, it’s surprisingly easy to handle

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CNET

Best 3D Printer for big projects

Huge build area
Great print quality

No removable build plate

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We ranked Prusa Mini Plus #21 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Small but mighty 3D Printer

Excellent print quality
Advanced safety features

Very small build area

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Tom's Guide

A 3D printer for beginners — if you can find it

Simple to assemble and set up
Excellent software
Very high print quality

More expensive than comparable printers for novices

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We ranked Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro #22 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Lowest price 3D Printer worth buying

Auto bed-leveling
Cost-effective
Good quality

Slow print times

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Tom's Hardware

Best 3D Printer for Beginners

Easy assembly
Simple Auto bed leveling
Direct drive

Difficult to upgrade

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We ranked FlashForge Adventurer 4 #23 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Best 3D printer for ease of use

Easy swap nozzles
Great for schools

Smaller build plate

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Tom's Guide

Best intermediate 3D printer

Swappable nozzles provide material flexibility
Handles multiple materials with ease
Good price

No automatic bed leveling and filament loading
Changing nozzle is rather a tricky process

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We ranked SnapMaker Artisan 3-in-1 #24 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

BEST 3-IN-1 3D PRINTER, CNC, LASER

Three creative tech tools in the footprint of one
Overall presentation of the Artisan is premium
Decent dual extrusion printing experience

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Tom's Hardware

Best Combo 3D Printer / Laser Engraver

Huge build volume
Great at printing, laser cutting and CNC machining
Included enclosure

Very expensive
Huge footprint
Can't handle TPU Filament

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We ranked Anycubic Photon Mono 2 #25 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Best inexpensive resin 3D printer

Small footprint
Astounding quality
Great price

Too small for anything but minis

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Tom's Hardware

Best Resin 3D Printer for Beginners

Detailed 4K prints
Fast setup
Effortless print removal
Easy to navigate menus
Generous anti-scratch film to protect the glass

Slippery feet on the base
Lightweight and cheap feel

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We ranked Flashforge Creator Pro 2 #26 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
All3DP

BEST DUAL EXTRUSION 3D PRINTER

It doesn’t take much effort to set up dual-color prints
The dual extrusion print quality is clean, with clear boundaries between color changes
You get the versatility of IDEX for not much money

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3d Sourced

Best Dual Extruders Under $1000

Best enclosed IDEX printer for the price (and best under $1000).
Ideal for printing multiple parts simultaneously using Mirror Mode functions.

Smaller build volume than similarly priced printers like Sovol SV04 that don’t have an enclosure.

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We ranked Ultimaker S5 #27 in September 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best 3D printers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Pro-Level 3D Printer for Large Objects / Editors' Choice

Dual extruders.
Large build volume.
Quiet.
Good print quality.
Easy setup and operation.
Touch screen.

Pricey.
Relatively slow printing at default resolution.

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3d Sourced

Best Professional FDM Printers

Excellent, best-in-class precision and accuracy
Fits well into a commercial workflow: Ultimaker offer software products for industrial needs and 3D printer factories.

If you’re looking for a larger 3D printer, there are far larger options out there for less money.

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