3D Printing

While not the most sophisticated 3D Printer, the Toybox does a good job of printing basic toys quickly and without much hassle. Toybox 3D Printer Review: A Fun Way to Create Toys : Read more

With high-quality output and support for a wide range of materials, the Ultimaker S5 more than justifies its high price tag for people who need to do a lot of 3D printing. Ultimaker S5 Review: Quality Prints from a High-End 3D Printer : Read more

3D-print enthusiasts who want to try SLA printing at low cost may be tempted by the MP Mini Deluxe. But be prepared to invest some time in getting it running. Monoprice MP Mini Deluxe 3D Printer Review: Low Cost, Big Frustrations : Read more

Serious 3D printers will love the speed and flexibility of the LulzBot Mini 2. LulzBot Mini 2 Review: The Best Midrange 3D Printer : Read more

This intriguing 3D printer gives you a relatively expensive entry into SLA printing, though extensive tweaking and expertise is required. Peopoly Moai Review: A Complex, Very Capable SLA 3D Printer : Read more

XYZprinting's latest entry-level 3D printer packs in a lot of features for its low price. XYZprinting da Vinci Nano 3D Printer Review: Good for Beginners : Read more

Dremel's 3D printer produces quality prints and it's easy to use, but the proprietary filaments required for the DigiLab 3D40 are pretty expensive. Dremel DigiLab 3D40 Review: A Good 3D Printer with Pricey Materials : Read more

So recently i decided to use Solidworks and Autodesk fusion 360 - which are 3D design and modeling software (for those who dont know), as well as using a 3D printing slicer called Cura and my laptop became really slow in both every day tasks and espeacially slow when using these programs. I've...

Print everything from a working camera to your very own lightsaber, as we show you some of the incredible things you can create with a 3D printer. 10 Things You Never Knew Your 3D Printer Could Produce : Read more

Buying a 3D printer is just the beginning. Here's how to get started with 3D printing, from finding models to print to familiarizing yourself with the printing process. So You've Got a 3D Printer: Now What? : Read more

The low-budget 3D experimenter will find a lot to like in the MP MIni, but total beginners will be frustrated by the bugs and other problems. MP Mini Delta 3D Printer Review: Bargain Printer That's Pretty Buggy : Read more

Hi, for a school science fair kind of project I need to complete to graduate and get a diploma. We (me and a friend) chose to make a drone. Do I make it a quad copter? Since it's more motors, it must be more expensive, were using a 3Dprinter and designing the thing ourselves, do you have an idea...

The Robo C2 offers high-quality prints at a reasonable price, but the printer takes a while to produce large prints Robo C2 Review: High-Quality 3D Prints — If You’re Willing to Wait : Read more

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Hello all, I'm looking for help and all I can offer in return is gratitude - or a 3D print if you'd like! I'm running Windows 8.1 on my Dell laptop and every now and again my screen blacks out, but just for a moment, less than a second, (think screenshot on your phone) and it's really weirding...

What’s the best 3D printer on the market? It depends on your needs. We recommend the best 3D printers for your skills, aspirations and budget. Best 3D Printers: Read more

The Skriware 3D Printer is a well-built device, but its processing software isn’t up to the job. Skriware 3D Printer Review: Software Sinks Promising Newcomer : Read more

The XYZ da Vinci Mix Jr. is a decent 3D printer at a good price that features a color-blending trick up its sleeve. Unfortunately, the trick doesn’t turn out to be as cool as it first looks. XYZ da Vinci Jr. 2.0 Mix Review : Read more

Here's a guide to the types of materials that 3D printers use. We explain what each material is suited for as well as it limitations and trade-offs. 3D Printing Materials: The Pros and Cons of Each Type : Read more

Design professionals and serious 3D-printer users will find the Ultimaker 3 well worth the high cost, thanks to its excellent print quality and support for a wide range of materials. Ultimaker 3 3D Printer Review: High-Quality Prints, for a Price : Read more

Beginners will like the simplicity of the Mod-T, which produces decent quality prints, though it struggles with some complex models. New Matter Mod-T 3D Printer Review: A Good Intro to 3D Printing : Read more

The da Vinci Mini offers great performance for the price, but it is limited to using filament from XYZ. XYZ da Vinci Mini 3D Printer Review : Read more

Since being bought out by 3D printing giant Stratsys in 2013, Makerbot has struggled to find a new spot in the 3D printer market. The company is now aiming at educational and high-volume print users with the $2,499 Replicator+, the sixth Makerbot Replicator+ 3D Printer Review : Read more

The Maker Select Ultimate targets the budget-conscious 3D printmaker who wants to experiment with 3D printing without breaking the bank. Monoprice Maker Select Ultimate 3D Printer Review : Read more

Popular 3D printer company Makerbot has introduced two new printers for classrooms and businesses. Latest Makerbot 3D Printers Can Print Larger Projects Faster : Read more

With a price tag of less than $300, XYZprinting's da Vinci Mini 3D printer is targeting hobbyists, teachers and others looking to get started in 3D printing. Latest da Vinci 3D Printer Won't Break the Bank : Read more

Well if this is not a fake story, a lot of new musicians are going to be hitting the scene :) Guess you can make your own violins with this '3d printing' technology. http://formlabs.com/stories/designing-a-3d-printed-acoustic-violin/ There are even files out like on how to make this guitar...

This 3-in-1 from XYZprinting handles two of its tasks (3D printing and laser etching) fairly well, but you'll be disappointed by the 3D-scanning features. XYZprinting da Vinci 1.0 Pro 3D Printer Review: Good Prints, Disappointing Scans : Read more

I used CraftWare to slice my .stl model and it was exported as ".gcode". I used GPX to convert the ".gcode" to a ".x3g". The printer only recognizes ".x3g". Then I preheated the printer, the bed to 110c and the extruder to 200c. Lastly I put the SD card in with the file and ran it, but the...

Serious 3D print users and well-heeled amateurs will love the speed, quality and flexibility of the LulzBot TAZ 6. LulzBot Taz 6 3D Printer Review: Best Gets Better : Read more

The M3D Micro is a basic 3D printer that offers value for the money, but lacks the flexibility and speed of more expensive models. M3D Micro 3D Printer Review : Read more

The Smart Extruder+ is Makerbot's attempt to make its 5th generator Replicators less prone to clogs and jams. MakerBot Smart Extruder+ Helps 3D Printing Woes : Read more

What’s the best 3D printer on the market? It depends on your needs. We recommend the best 3D printers for your skills, aspirations and budget. Best 3D Printers: Read more

Looking to join the 3D-printer revolution? We help you choose the right 3D printer for your needs and budget. 3D Printer Buyer's Guide 2013 : Read more

Hello guys, I have been using my Samsung Laptop for 3 years and it performs really well for my usage. However one of the cpu/gpu cooler fans are not working causing thermal throttling. That's why I'm using it with the back cover off while there is a powerful notebook fan below it. Recently i...

The Form 2 is an excellent, but expensive SLA printer that produces very high-quality prints. FormLabs Form 2 3D Printer Review : Read more

This education-focused 3D printer offers a good range of features and excellent software for multiple users, but there are better printers for home users. Polar 3D — 3D Printer Review : Read more

The TAZ 5 is an excellent 3D printer for the serious user who wants high volume, high speed and high print quality. LulzBot TAZ 5 3D Printer Review : Read more

This compact, versatile 3D scanner works well but has limitations and a high price tag. 3D Systems iSense for iPad/iPhone 3D Scanner Review : Read more

The XYZ Nobel 1.0 is a promising device that brings SLA printing to a new, low price point of $1,500. But there are too many quirks and problems to make it a winner. XYZ Nobel 1.0 3D Printer Review : Read more

This powerful, high-quality 3D printer offers a huge build space and excellent software. For those who need to produce large, high-quality prints, it will be a great pick. TierTime UpBox 3D Printer Review : Read more

The LulzBot Mini justifies its price with high quality, easy operation and support for a wide range of materials. LulzBot Mini Review: Small 3D Printer With Big Quality : Read more

With layers failing to stick to the print bed or each other, the majority of prints failed, and we cannot recommend this device to anyone. Solidoodle Press 3D Printer Review: Serious Defects : Read more

Hi tomsguide, I wanted to warn you that Makergeeks.com is scamming customers by delivering unworkable printers. I got their Kossel Mini 3D printer (that you link to as the "best DIY 3d Printer" in your guide here: http://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-3d-printers,review-2236.html ) and it was...

3D Systems' Cube 3 offers simple 3D printing in two colors at once. Quality varies, though, and the print material is unusually expensive. Cube 3 3D Printer Review: Quality Prints, for a Price : Read more

Its easy setup, simple software and $599 price make the Solidoodle Press a great 3D printer for beginners. Solidoodle Press Is Plug-and-3D Printer for Beginners : Read more

I am working with a group of students on an Educational Robot Cell. We are trying to have the robot pick up a 3D printed Stylus using a vacuum and have the stylus turn music on and off using an Ipod Touch 2nd Gen... We have tried multiple versions with little luck thus far. Our latest has a...

Pen meets 3D printer with the 3Doodler 2.0, which lets you 'draw' 3D objects in 3D-printing plastic. New 3Doodler 2.0 Launches on Kickstarter : Read more

Based on user reviews from the 3D Hubs 3D-printing community, here are this year's highest-ranked 3D printers. Users Rate Best 3D Printers : Read more

You don't need a 3D printer to order and give cool, functional and stylish 3D-printed objects this holiday season. 3D-Printed Holiday Gift Guide : Read more

So I was looking at 3D Printers and I narrowed it down to three: RoVa3D CubeX Trio Objet500 Connex3 Which of these would you recommend? (Note: I can't find a section for 3D printing so I put it as off-topic. Sorry about that!)

This expensive 3D printer produces excellent-quality 3D prints using a resin material, but it does have some quirks. Formlabs Form 1+ 3D Printer Review : Read more

This 3D-printed locket contains an NFC chip that, with just a tap, points a smartphone browser to the webpage of a photo you want to share. NFC-Equipped UpLocket Puts a New Twist on Photo-Sharing : Read more

Services like Cubify and Shapeways promise to 3D print tools and trinkets from artisans or even your own designs. We put the services to the test. 3D Printing Services Reviewed: Do They Really Work? : Read more

Though it's not our top pick, Sculpteo offers a potent combo of fast, cheap, easy and high quality 3D printing. Sculpteo 3D Printing Service Review : Read more

Cubify sometimes provides good-looking prints, but the quality is inconsistent and the site is not user-friendly. Cubify Cloud 3D Printing Service Review : Read more

With a streamlined process, a comprehensive range of print materials and excellent customer service, Shapeways is our top pick. Shapeways 3D Printing Service Review : Read more

The company's easy-to-use Web interface and great quality are offset by high shipping costs and slow delivery. iMaterialise 3D Print Service Review : Read more

What’s the best 3D printer on the market? It depends on your needs. We recommend the best 3D printers for your skills, aspirations and budget. Best 3D Printers: Read more

Solidoodle 5, the latest 3D printer from Brooklyn-based company Solidoodle, joins the ranks of beginner-level sub-$1000 3D printers. Solidoodle Press: New 3D Printer Costs Just $599 : Read more