Find the Right 3D Printer for You!
Finding the right 3D printer can be a daunting task, so to make the decision easier I have put together my personal recommendations. These include printers suitable for both beginner and experienced 3D printer users as well as printers suitable for hobbyists and businesses.
Flashforge Adventurer 5M
Comes fully assembled and only takes between 15-20 minutes to get up and printing.
Max Build Size: 220 x 220 x 220 mm
Compatible Materials: PLA, PETG, TPU, PLA-CF, PETG-CF
Max Nozzle Temp: 280°C
Max Bed Temp: 100°C
Multi-Colour Printing: No
Camera: No
Auto Bed Leveling: Yes
Vibration Compensation: Yes
Phone App: Yes, but no remote printing
Software: OrcaSlicer, Orca-Flashforge, FlashPrint
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Bambu Lab A1
Semi-assembled 3D printer that only takes between 15-20 minutes to get up and printing.
Max Build Size: 256 x 256 x 256 mm
Compatible Materials: PLA, PETG, TPU, PLA-CF, PETG-CF
Max Nozzle Temp: 300°C
Max Bed Temp: 100°C
Multi-Colour Printing: Yes in Combo with AMS
Camera: Yes
Auto Bed Leveling: Yes
Vibration Compensation:
Phone App: Yes, with remote printing
Software: Bambu Studio
Flashforge AD5X
Comes fully assembled and only takes between 15-20 minutes to get up and printing.
Max Build Size: 220 x 220 x 220 mm
Compatible Materials: PLA, PETG, TPU, PLA-CF, PETG-CF
Max Nozzle Temp: 300°C
Max Bed Temp: 110°C
Multi-Colour Printing: Yes
Camera: No
Auto Bed Leveling: Yes
Vibration Compensation: Yes
Phone App: Yes, but no remote printing
Software: OrcaSlicer, Orca-Flashforge
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3D Printer Accessories
BigTreeTech Panda Touch
If the absence of a touchscreen display is the deciding factor for not purchasing the P1S and opting for the X1 Carbon instead, then I would recommend having a look at the third-party touchscreen display called the Panda Touch by BigTreeTech, which is designed to sit nicely on top of the P1S.
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