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33 3D printers released since Apr 2024, ranked by public review evidence and BettaScore votes, plus 4 listed without a rank. Filter and sort the full list; we show only the specs and evidence we have on record.

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  1. BAMBU LAB H2D
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    No. 1

    BAMBU LAB H2D

    Priced at$2,199

    16 sources · 7 topics

    +68.1Ranking net score+68 from reviews and discussions+0.1 from votes on BettaScore
    16 sources
    Why it ranks
    Two nozzles cut purge waste on multicolor jobs, saving filament and print time, and it runs quiet enough to sleep next to. Soluble PVA supports can clog the nozzle and fail, and PLA supports may pop off small parts.
    What people praise
    • Dual nozzles cut multicolor purge waste and print time
    • Quiet enough to sleep next to
    • Starting a print, even remotely, is simple
    Common complaints
    • PVA support filament can clog the nozzle and fail
    • Cloud-connected software raises network-security worries

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  2. ELEGOO Mars 5 Ultra
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    No. 2

    ELEGOO Mars 5 Ultra

    Priced at$329

    15 sources · 7 topics

    +65Ranking net score+65 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    15 sources
    Why it ranks
    Resin printing gets close to plug-and-play: it arrives assembled, needs few slicer settings and turns out crisp detail with fast layer times. The plate may refuse to level and the vat may leak, and prints can stick too firmly to remove intact.
    What people praise
    • Arrives fully assembled and ready to print
    • Few slicer settings to learn, which suits beginners
    • Crisp fine detail, even on small lettering
    Common complaints
    • Build plate may refuse to level despite repeated tries
    • Vat can leak, with no gasket or seal

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  3. PEOPOLY Magneto X
    No. 3

    PEOPOLY Magneto X

    Priced at$1,500

    13 sources · 7 topics

    +60Ranking net score+60 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    13 sources
    Why it ranks
    Linear motors replace belts for fast printing across a large build volume, and the frame is heavy-duty. It rewards experienced Klipper users willing to tinker: tuning can be frequent, firmware updates take extra steps, and a dark-tinted enclosure hides the print.
    What people praise
    • Prints fast across a big build volume
    • Solid, heavy-duty build
    • Can turn out high-quality prints after firmware updates
    Common complaints
    • Needs frequent tuning, so it suits experienced tinkerers
    • Dark-tinted enclosure makes the print hard to see

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  4. PRUSA RESEARCH CORE One
    No. 4

    PRUSA RESEARCH CORE One

    Priced at$1,199

    20 sources · 7 topics

    +58Ranking net score+58 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    20 sources
    Why it ranks
    Assembled units go from box to first print in about 15 minutes, and chamber fans hold a stable enclosure temperature on their own. Building the kit takes careful reading and patience, and the upgrade cost may feel steep for a slightly larger bed.
    What people praise
    • Heavy steel frame feels rock solid
    • Tall, compact shape fits a cramped bench
    • Missing parts sent quickly by support
    Common complaints
    • Kit assembly means switching between tiny text and pictures
    • Occasional nozzle cleaning failed error

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  5. HEYGEARS Reflex RS
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    No. 5

    HEYGEARS Reflex RS

    Priced at$799

    21 sources · 6 topics

    +53Ranking net score+53 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    21 sources
    Why it ranks
    Automatic settings make resin printing close to push-button, so beginners can get high-quality results without tuning, and third-party resins can still work. The trade-off is control: exposure times cannot be changed, and slicing is tied to the maker's own software.
    What people praise
    • Settings are automatic, so printing is plug-and-play
    • Not locked to the maker's own resin
    • Print jobs can go from the slicer to support for advice
    Common complaints
    • Exposure times cannot be adjusted
    • Slicing is tied to the maker's own software

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  6. ANYCUBIC Photon Mono M7 Pro
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    No. 6

    ANYCUBIC Photon Mono M7 Pro

    Priced at$669.99

    14 sources · 9 topics

    +52Ranking net score+52 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    14 sources
    Why it ranks
    Fine detail such as small text and bone texture comes through crisply, and print times are short. The built-in resin pump and heater are a chore to clean, the lift-off lid needs overhead room, and fan noise can be loud.
    What people praise
    • Captures fine detail like small text and bone texture
    • Print speeds are very fast
    • Rubber feet keep it stable on the bench
    Common complaints
    • Resin refill system is messy to change out
    • Lift-off lid needs extra overhead space

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  7. ANYCUBIC Kobra 4
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    No. 7

    ANYCUBIC Kobra 4

    Priced at$279

    13 sources · 6 topics

    +49Ranking net score+49 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    13 sources
    Why it ranks
    Clean prints come straight out of the box, and a self-calibrating bed lays down even first layers without manual tuning. The filament box doubles as a dryer, though noise varies: quiet enough for an office in some setups, the loudest thing in the room in others.
    What people praise
    • Filament box dries and prints at once
    • Send and monitor prints from the phone app
    • Quiet enough to sit near a desk
    Common complaints
    • Can be loud in a quiet room

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  8. ULTIMAKER Factor 4
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    No. 8

    ULTIMAKER Factor 4

    Priced at$22,500

    5 sources · 6 topics

    +46Ranking net score+46 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    5 sources
    Why it ranks
    Tightly controlled chamber heat produces strong parts that keep their shape after printing, a clear gain for functional and engineering work. When something goes wrong, support responds helpfully and works through the fix.
    What people praise
    • Controlled chamber yields strong, stable parts
    • Support resolves hardware faults efficiently

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  9. ELEGOO Centauri Carbon
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    No. 9

    ELEGOO Centauri Carbon

    Priced at$399

    37 sources · 9 topics

    +45Ranking net score+45 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    37 sources
    Why it ranks
    Out-of-the-box profiles give clean prints in everything from PLA and PETG to TPU and carbon-fiber nylon. The trade-offs are loud fans that can carry two rooms away, dim lighting, and early failures on some units, with replacement parts slow to arrive.
    What people praise
    • Default profiles give good prints out of the box
    • Prints PLA through polycarbonate without major issues
    • Die-cast aluminum frame feels sturdy
    Common complaints
    • Fans are loud enough to hear two rooms away
    • Some units fail early, and warranty parts can be slow

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  10. ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra
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    No. 10

    ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra

    Priced at$622

    20 sources · 9 topics

    +44Ranking net score+44 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    20 sources
    Why it ranks
    A heated vat lets resin printing carry on year-round in a cold garage, and a clear touchscreen and flip-back lid make it easy to learn on. The build plate has a wide gap that is awkward to clean out.
    What people praise
    • Heated vat allows resin printing in a cold garage
    • Touchscreen is clear and easy to use
    • Lid flips back instead of lifting off
    Common complaints
    • Build plate has a gap that is awkward to clean

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  11. ANYCUBIC Kobra S1 Combo
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    No. 11

    ANYCUBIC Kobra S1 Combo

    Priced at$499

    16 sources · 7 topics

    +40Ranking net score+40 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    16 sources
    Why it ranks
    High-speed prints keep their quality, and the included ACE Pro dries filament while printing and switches among four spools. The stock brass nozzle rules out abrasive filament, beds can arrive warped, and multicolor jobs can be slow and wasteful.
    What people praise
    • Print quality holds up even at high speed
    • Dries filament while printing and holds four spools
    • Can run over 100 hours without a single issue
    Common complaints
    • Brass nozzle cannot print abrasive filament
    • Stock bed may not be flat

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  12. FORMLABS Form 4B
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    No. 12

    FORMLABS Form 4B

    Priced at$12,006

    6 sources · 6 topics

    +35Ranking net score+35 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    6 sources
    Why it ranks
    Dental parts such as surgical guides come out accurate, and the printer accepts third-party resins rather than locking you into one supplier. Setup is quick and simple, though the fan runs loud and workflow automations in the software can fail.
    What people praise
    • Accurate surgical guides for implant work
    • Works with third-party resins
    • Setup takes only a few easy steps
    Common complaints
    • Considerable fan noise while running

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  13. FLSUN T1 Pro
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    No. 13

    FLSUN T1 Pro

    28 sources · 7 topics

    +34Ranking net score+34 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    28 sources
    Why it ranks
    Prints often finish 20 or more minutes sooner than on other printers, while first layers stay even across the plate. Reliability is uneven: some units lose a heater or mainboard within months, and support can go quiet when warranty help is needed.
    What people praise
    • Size calibration tightens dimensional accuracy
    • Bright, responsive touch screen
    • Prints stick without warping or lifting
    Common complaints
    • Parts such as the mainboard can fail early
    • Warranty support can be slow or absent

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  14. BAMBU LAB H2C
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    No. 14

    BAMBU LAB H2C

    Priced at$2,400

    19 sources · 8 topics

    +34Ranking net score+34 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    19 sources
    Why it ranks
    A rack of swappable nozzles changes colors with little purge waste, and it has gone thousands of nozzle swaps without a mispick. Prints can run slower than rival machines, and some jobs still build a heavy prime tower.
    What people praise
    • Long multicolor prints come out clean and sharp
    • Small nozzle captures striking fine detail
    • Ran 200 hours without issues
    Common complaints
    • Prints slower than many rival machines
    • A tool-head fault can take the whole printer down

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  15. ANYCUBIC Kobra 3 Combo
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    No. 15

    ANYCUBIC Kobra 3 Combo

    Priced at$459.99

    14 sources · 6 topics

    +32Ranking net score+32 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    14 sources
    Why it ranks
    Four-color printing works about as easily as on a Bambu Lab machine, and prints come out fast and detailed. A firmware update can derail it, causing head crashes and leveling faults, and a faulty motherboard may take two months to replace.
    What people praise
    • Multicolor works as easily as on a Bambu Lab printer
    • Fast printing with high print quality
    • Quick to set up
    Common complaints
    • A firmware update can cause head crashes and leveling faults
    • Repairs can drag on, with a two-month wait for a board

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  16. FLASHFORGE AD5X
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    No. 16

    FLASHFORGE AD5X

    Priced at$349

    24 sources · 9 topics

    +30Ranking net score+30 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    24 sources
    Why it ranks
    A compact four-color system makes multicolor printing simple, and setup takes about 15 minutes. The build plate is small, the open frame does not suit high-temperature filament, and the touchscreen and Wi-Fi setup can be fiddly.
    What people praise
    • Switches colors cleanly for four-color prints
    • Setup takes no more than 15 minutes
    • Smooth surface finish and consistent layers
    Common complaints
    • Small build plate can be limiting
    • Cramped touchscreen keyboard makes Wi-Fi setup slow

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  17. CREALITY Ender-3 V3 Plus
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    No. 17

    CREALITY Ender-3 V3 Plus

    3 sources · 5 topics

    +30Ranking net score+30 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    3 sources
    Why it ranks
    Smooth layers and fine detail can hold up at high speed, and automatic belt tensioning is designed to keep results consistent. First prints may need a few quick calibration tests before they look their best.
    What people praise
    • Smooth layers and fine detail at high speed
    • Quick-swap nozzle simplifies maintenance
    Common complaints
    • First prints may need calibration tweaks

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  18. MAKERBOT Sketch Sprint
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    No. 18

    MAKERBOT Sketch Sprint

    Priced at$2,399

    5 sources · 7 topics

    +26Ranking net score+26 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    5 sources
    Why it ranks
    Learning support is the draw: MakerBot's online courses pair in-depth instructional videos with quizzes. Prints can stall on the Preparing screen when file names contain special characters the software cannot handle.
    What people praise
    • Online courses with videos and quizzes
    Common complaints
    • Prints can hang on the Preparing screen
    • File names with special characters fail

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  19. QIDI Plus5
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    No. 19

    QIDI Plus5

    Priced at$696.57

    14 sources · 4 topics

    +25Ranking net score+25 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    14 sources
    Why it ranks
    Smooth, even layer lines hold up from top to bottom on large prints, and the printer handles nearly any filament from PLA and PETG to ABS and TPU. Extrusion can stop partway through a print, and email support can be slow or unhelpful.
    What people praise
    • Runs overnight batches and sends a finish alert
    • Fine details such as notches print flawlessly
    • Handles PLA, PETG, ABS and TPU
    Common complaints
    • Extrusion can stop partway through a print
    • Email support can be slow to respond

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  20. QIDI TECH Q1 Pro
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    No. 20

    QIDI TECH Q1 Pro

    Priced at$449

    10 sources · 6 topics

    +25Ranking net score+25 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore
    10 sources
    Why it ranks
    Close to plug-and-play, it arrives assembled, runs quietly and can be fully controlled over Wi-Fi. Prints stay clean up to about 350–400 mm/s but turn messy at higher speeds, and filament clogs plus the lack of an unload button can frustrate.
    What people praise
    • Unboxing and setup can take under 20 minutes
    • Quiet enough to barely notice while printing
    • Every setting is reachable over Wi-Fi
    Common complaints
    • Filament can clog, and there is no unload button

    Select to learn more

How this list is ranked

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Who is eligible
Every 3D printer in our reviewed catalogue is included, filament (FDM) and resin printers alike. Second listings of the same printer are left out. The list opens on current models, those released in the last 2½ years (since Apr 2024); choose Include older models under Models to list them too. A product without a release date on record is always listed.
How they are ordered
By default, products are ordered by Ranking Net Score: points from reviews and discussions plus points from votes on BettaScore. Ties go to the product with more sources. Filtering or sorting renumbers the results from No. 1. Products without scored evidence stay Unranked and are not numbered.
Where the evidence comes from
474 public review sources across the matching products. Select a review topic on any card to see the quotes behind its points.
When it changes
The product list and review scores change only when we publish a reviewed update. Signed-in visitors can vote on each review topic (open a topic on a card): every vote adds or takes 0.1 points from that topic and from the Ranking Net Score straight away, and the order follows on the next page load. Votes are stored apart from review evidence, so they carry over between updates. Review evidence is from October 7, 2026.
Who pays for it
Nobody. BettaScore does not accept payment for placement. Each card shows review points and topic-vote points separately, even though their sum sets the default order.

What to look for in a 3D printer

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Start with what you want to print. Filament printers suit functional parts and larger models; resin printers suit fine detail such as miniatures, but need more cleanup and ventilation. The Printing technology filter splits the two, and the Features filters show which printers offer multi-color printing, an enclosed build chamber or print failure detection.

Then compare what the evidence says about print quality, speed, setup and day-to-day reliability, and check the software and support.

Questions to take to every card on this page

  • Filament or resin: which fits what you'll print?
  • Is the build volume big enough for your largest part?
  • How much setup and tuning does it need before prints come out well?
  • How reliable is it on long prints, and how good is support?

Frequently asked questions

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What does this 3D printer list cover?
All reviewed 3D printers in our catalogue. Products with scored review evidence get a rank; the rest stay on the list, marked Unranked.
How is the default order calculated?
Ranking Net Score adds points from reviews and discussions to points from BettaScore votes, and each card shows both parts. A vote counts right away: it updates the card and can move the product in the list.
How do filters and sorting affect rank?
They apply to the whole list and renumber the results: scored matches start from No. 1, and products without scored review evidence stay Unranked. Filtering and sorting never change a product's review or vote points.
Why are some specifications missing?
BettaScore shows only the facts it has on record. An unknown value is not treated as No, and we never fill a missing specification or evidence section with a made-up claim.
Where does the Printing technology filter come from?
From each printer's own type: resin when its reviewed Type tags name resin, MSLA or LCD printing, filament when they or our catalogue name FDM or filament printing. Every printer in the list has one of the two.