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If I don't have the time to build a reprap myself, what would be a good version to buy?
by outworlder 10y ago
If I don't have the time to build a reprap myself, what would be a good version to buy?
- jakewins 10y agoIf I were replacing my Prusa with something off-the-shelf, I'd buy Ultimaker. My previous maker space had four of them, and they ran those things constantly with minimal fuss. They are a bit pricey, but there's the option of buying used - lots of people buy 3d printers, and then realize they don't use 'em and so sell them second hand.
- patrickg_zill 10y agoFlashforge, about 700 to 800 on Amazon. qidi clone is 400. Monoprice.com has a basic one for 349. Parts cost about 200 if you diy, I am told.
- mch82 10y agoIf you can afford one, the Ultimaker 3 is fantastic and extremely easy to use! I've been using one for two weeks. It was pre-built and after unboxing I began a complex print with water-soluble PVA support material in about 20 minutes. Ultimaker is a supporter of open source hardware: https://ultimaker.com/en/blog/17799-releasing-our-source-files-the-ultimaker-2-go-and-extended-are-now-available https://ultimaker.com/en/blog/17799-releasing-our-source-fil...
- ShirsenduK 10y agoLet me first apologise for the late response. I am sorry I had forgotten about this thread. The best 3D printer IMO is the Original Prusa sold by Josef Prusa himself. shop.prusa3d.com 3D Hubs also has a great section on 3D Printer reviews and ratings.