Top picks for affordable bulk PLA filament to fuel your 3D printing projects without breaking the bank. Friends often hit me up asking, “Where can I score the best cheapest bulk PLA filament on Amazon?” It’s a tricky balance—top-notch quality at rock-bottom prices sounds like a unicorn. But after a marathon printing session for my …
Standard 3D printers, typically limited to a 250x250x250mm build volume, often fall short for makers needing larger prints. Large-format 3D printers promise expanded creative possibilities, but they introduce complexities like inconsistent quality or maintenance challenges. The QIDI X-MAX3 3D Printer aims to address this with a 325x325x315mm build volume, high-speed printing, and a fully enclosed …
With the rise of artificial intelligence transforming industries, 3D printing is riding the wave of innovation. AI tools like Grok 3, developed by xAI, are revolutionizing how enthusiasts design, optimize, and print, making complex tasks accessible to all. Boasting a 1402 Elo rating in Chatbot Arena and a 93.3% score on AIME 2025 (ProductScope AI, …
Did you know the global air quality monitoring market soared to $5.02 billion in 2021 and is projected to hit $8.33 billion by 2028, growing at a 7.5% CAGR? With Asia Pacific leading at a 38.29% share in 2020, demand for clean air is skyrocketing, especially among 3D printing enthusiasts facing VOCs and PM 2.5 …
The 3D printing market is booming, projected to hit $37.4 billion globally by 2029, with a 16.4% annual growth rate (MarketsandMarkets, 2023). When I first dove into this world, I was thrilled to create a custom wall art piece for my home, inspired by ideas from our 3D Printed Home Decor guide. But one question …
The Creality Halot-Mage S 14K tops 2025 for miniatures with stunning 14K detail at $459, while Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra ($474.99) shines for ease and Anycubic Photon Mono 4 ($179.99) suits beginners. The tabletop gaming market soared to $19.5 billion in global revenue in 2024, fueled by board games, card games, and role-playing games, with …
The Creality K1C is the best 3D printer for decor, offering speed, reliability, and value over the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo. Perfect for Etsy shops scaling creations. Scaling your 3D printing decor business shouldn’t mean sleepless nights watching a single printer crawl. Struggled with late Etsy orders? The best print farm printers for 3D printing …
The best Bambu Lab H2D for 3D printing is the H2D Combo with AMS 2 Pro, excelling in multi-color decor and precision prototypes with a heated chamber and quiet operation. If your workshop is bursting with ideas but tight on space, and you’ve got the budget to splurge on a 3D printer that’s also a …
The Snapmaker Artisan Premium excels for large-scale 3D-printed decor, while the budget-friendly Snapmaker 2.0 A350T and versatile ZMorph Fab make multi-function printing a breeze. Imagine crafting a 3D-printed vase, laser-etching a custom pattern, and CNC-carving a wooden base—all without leaving your desk. That’s the magic of the best 3-in-1 3D printers for 3D printing, combining …
The xTool S1 Deluxe leads for fast, easy 3D print post-processing, joined by Glowforge Pro and OMTech Polar+ for precise engraving and cutting of PLA, acrylic, or resin decor. As we all know, 3D printing is a blast, but those rough edges or plain surfaces can leave your decor looking less than pro. Whether you’re …