I’m a member at a local community run (not for profit) hack space, and I have been a member at commercial (for profit) maker spaces. The community run model ha

I’m a member at a local community run (not for profit) hack space, and I have been a member at commercial (for profit) maker spaces. The community run model has a vastly better vibe - better equipment - and is a more open and hackable environment. In my experience, hack spaces, like most of the best things in life, are better when they’re not a for profit business.