3D printers - Product roundups, rankings and curated lists of the best products
We prepare those lists of top 3D printers using our metascore rating system, combined with our 3D printing expertise and industry knowledge and whenever possible our in-house tests. We also comb through hundreds of user reviews on websites such as Amazon and community feedback on active 3D printing forums (Reddit, specialized forums, Facebook groups...). We summarize those reviews into actionable insights to make our product listicles as relevant as possible.
There are cases when a metascore isn’t available– for example, professional or industrial products that are difficult to rate fairly. In those cases, our product round-ups cover the top products on the market, ranked in no particular order.
So, what is the best 3D printer? Start your research and find out now with our articles below!
Large format 3D printers for professionals
Last update: August 3, 2021
In this guide, we cover large format 3D printers (XL) that are too big to fit on a desktop (L), but smaller than industrial systems (XXL).
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Cheap resin 3D printer: 10 best options in 2021
Last update: July 12, 2021
Need a cheap resin 3D printer for your workshop? Check out our selection of some of the best budget resin 3D printers out there this year.
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The 11 best 3D printing services in 2021 (on-demand manufacturing)
Last update: June 28, 2021
3D printing services enable you to 3D print your files quickly and efficiently without the hassle. Check out some of the best online 3D print services here!
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3D bioprinting: Comprehensive guide and product selection
Last update: June 16, 2021
3D bioprinting is a process in which a machine called a 3D bioprinter is used to fabricate tissue structures that contain cells and an extracellular matrix.
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Largest 3D printers in 2021
Last update: June 15, 2021
Discover some of the largest 3D printers availabe in 2021 with our top 10 selection for XXL-sized prints.
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Metal 3D printers in 2021: a comprehensive guide
Last update: June 11, 2021
What' the best metal 3D printer in 2021? See our comprehensive guide of all metal 3D printing systems (powder, filament, jetting, ...).
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Ceramic 3D printing 2021: guide and ceramic 3D printer selection
Last update: June 11, 2021
Discover our list of the best ceramic 3D printers (professional and industrial) and our complete guide to ceramic 3D printing.
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Large format resin 3D printer selection for professionals
Last update: May 20, 2021
Need to produce large, detailed parts or batches of customized objects? A professional and large format resin 3D printer may be what you're looking for.
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Desktop SLS 3D printers: the best powder printers
Last update: April 30, 2021
What's the best desktop SLS 3D printer in 2021? See our comprehensive selection of benchtop and desktop SLS printers (office-sized).
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Carbon fiber 3D printers: 2021 guide to continuous fiber 3D printing
Last update: April 16, 2021
Continuous carbon fiber 3D printers allow professionals to produce very strong, lightweight parts. Find out more in our guide.
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The 8 best all-in-one 3D printers in 2021
Last update: March 25, 2021
All-in-one 3D printers (3-in-1 or 2-in-1) can CNC mill, laser engrave/cut, and more. Check out today's top 8 multifunctional 3D printers!
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The best large volume 3D printers for professionals in 2021
Last update: February 22, 2021
We've made a selection of some of the best large volume 3D printers available for professionals in 2021.
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PEEK 3D printer 2021: high-temp 3D printers for PEEK and PEI (ULTEM)
Last update: February 9, 2021
PEEK 3D printers can handle a range of high-performance materials (including PEKK, PEI, ULTEM). Discover the best PEEK 3D printers here.
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Guide to post-processing for 3D printed parts
Last update: January 26, 2021
Post-processing is an important part of the additive manufacturing process. Find out more about post-processing 3D printed parts with our complete guide.
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Clay 3D printer selection and guide
Last update: January 25, 2021
Our clay 3D printer guide lists the best options on the market and offers insights about how they work, applications, materials, and more.
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The 10 best professional 3D printers in 2021
Last update: January 25, 2021
What's the best professional 3D printer on the market in 2021? Discover our selection of the 10 best professional 3D printers right here.
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The 13 best construction 3D printers in 2021
Last update: January 13, 2021
What are the best construction 3D printers in 2021? Discover our comprehensive list of the top house 3D printers for concrete 3D printing.
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3D printer holiday gift guide 2021
Last update: January 12, 2021
In our 3D printer holiday gift guide you'll find 3D printers for beginners, kids, makers, and DIYers. We also list some cool filaments!
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Best 3D printers on Amazon: selection and buying guide
Last update: January 12, 2021
We selected some of the best-rated 3D printers on Amazon based on user reviews and community feedback. Check out our Amazon 3D printer buying guide!
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Food 3D printing: 7 food 3D printers available in 2021
Last update: January 12, 2021
There aren't that many commercially available food 3D printers on the market today- see which ones are in our guide to food 3D printing.
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Best resin 3D printers in 2021 – SLA, DLP, LCD
Last update: January 12, 2021
What's the best resin 3D printer on the market? Discover our selection of the best resin 3D printers (LCD/DLP/SLA technologies).
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Large 3D printer under $1000: buying guide and selection
Last update: January 12, 2021
The best large 3D printer will let you 3D print huge models in one go! Check out our selection of affordable 3D printers with a large build area.
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Best 3D printer under $1000 in 2021: buying guide
Last update: January 12, 2021
What is the best 3D printer for under $1000? Check out our top 10 picks and find the best 1000-dollar 3D printer for you (FDM, desktop).
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Best 3D printer under $500: buying guide and selection
Last update: January 12, 2021
Here we take a look at some of the top-rated 3D printers under $500 (Creality, Tronxy, Qidi...) and explain which specs features you should look out for!
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Best budget 3D printer under $300: Selection and buying guide
Last update: January 11, 2021
Here's our shortlist of some of the best budget 3D printers under $300 this year, followed by tips on how to choose your 3D printer on a budget. Enjoy!
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The 10 best full-color 3D printers in 2021
Last update: January 11, 2021
What's the best full-color 3D printer? See our selection of color 3D printers that are able to print objects in photorealistic colors.
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