Neither Creality Ender 3 nor Monoprice Select Mini v2 were recommended by experts this month
On 13 Nov 2024 (19 days ago) we went through 88 3D Printer expert endorsements , however neither Creality Ender 3 nor Monoprice Select Mini v2 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither 3D Printer received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Bambu Lab P1S or other critically acclaimed 3D Printers of this month.
For reference, Bambu Lab P1S received 4 endorsements this month, from CNET (13 Oct 2024), techadvisor (26 Jan 2024) All3DP (4 Sep 2024) and 1 other.
Rank | Change | Price | 3D Printer | Digital Trends | CNET | Popular Mechanics | PCMag | techadvisor | Tom's Guide | TechRadar | All3DP | Tom's Hardware | Wirecutter |
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1 | - | Check price | 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. | - | 11 | - | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | Creality Ender 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | Monoprice Select Mini v2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire 3D Printers ranking? It's here
Rank | Change | Price | 3D Printer | Digital Trends | CNET | Popular Mechanics | PCMag | techadvisor | Tom's Guide | TechRadar | All3DP | Tom's Hardware | Wirecutter |
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1 | - | Check price | 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. | - | 11 | - | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
2 | +1 | Check price | Bambu Lab A1 Mini | - | 4 | - | 4 | - | - | - | 6 |
4 | 1 |
3 | -1 | $1028 | 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. | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | 5 | - | - | - |
4 | - | Check price | Bambu Lab A1 Combo | - | 1 | - | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [10]
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 5
Highest score by ekocycle.com | 91 |
Average score based on 10 reviews | 76 |
Lowest score by TechGearLab | 51 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
- Affordable
- Sturdy construction
- Reliable printing
- Decent print quality
- Small build envelope
- Inexpensive
- Compact
- Struggled with ABS
- Small build area
- Ender 3 entire assembly consists mostly of only injection molded, CNC machined, and extrusion manufactured parts
- Built with strong aluminum extruded V Slot Frame , gives you extra durability & stability in prints
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- The heated build plate and wide range of extruder temperatures allow this printer to work with any type of filament, from basic filaments, such as ABS and PLA, to more advanced materials
- Compact Desktop Design: Featuring a small footprint and basic, open frame design, this 3D printer is compact enough for any desk.
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