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Comparing 3D Printers

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Price $699 List$899 List$699 List
$459.99 at Amazon		$359 List$450 List
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Pros Incredibly easy setup, upgradable, power loss recovery, fast, auto-levelingEasy to use, highly capable, great printsAI print fail detection, excellent auto-leveling, easy assembly, techy upgrades, stellar supportEasy setup, useful features, affordableFully enclosed, integrated camera, easy to use
Cons Proprietary slicer onlyPricey, limited vendorsSensitive to bumps, X-axis build plate can cause wobbles, unpolished proprietary slicerPrint quality can require tinkering, warranty could be betterLimited filament compatibility, so-so customer support
Bottom Line A high-end 3D printer at a mid-range cost. The P1P is known for upgradeable features and a passionate community of usersIf you are looking for a top-notch filament printer, then we think is an excellent choiceThis is a solid, ambitious first offering from AnkerMake. It's a fast printer with a ton of potentialIf you're looking for a sophisticated printer option that's nearly ready to go out of the box and can go toe to toe with the pricier guys, this is a great choiceIf you are searching for an enclosed and easy to use option that won't break the bank, then this is a great option
Rating Categories Bambu Lab P1P Prusa i3 MK3S+ AnkerMake M5 Anycubic Vyper FlashForge Adventur...
Print Quality (40%)
6.7
6.6
6.0
5.5
6.5
Ease of Use (30%)
8.6
8.4
8.2
7.5
8.4
Print Capabilities (20%)
8.0
7.6
6.7
7.8
5.3
Support (10%)
6.1
5.4
9.2
6.9
4.0
Specs Bambu Lab P1P Prusa i3 MK3S+ AnkerMake M5 Anycubic Vyper FlashForge Adventur...
Build Volume (XxYxZ) 256x256x256mm 250x210x210mm 235×235×250mm 245x245x260mm 150x150x150mm
Maximum Extruder Temperature 300 ℃ 300°C 260°C 260°C 240°C
Layer Cooling Fan? 1 1 2 2 1
Heated Bed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Build Plate Material Magnetic Dual-Sided Textured PEI Removeable magnetic steel sheet, smooth. Textured and satin surfaces available. PEI Soft Magnetic Steel Removable magnetic spring steel, scratch resistant Removeable and flexible plastic with sticker
Maximum Bed Temperature 100°C 120°C 100°C 110°C 100°C
Compatible with Third-Party Materials? Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Included Nozzle sizes .4 mm .4 mm .4 mm .4 mm .4 mm
Print layer resolution .1 - .4 mm .05 - .35 mm .1 - .4 mm .1 mm .1 - .4 mm
Filament Size 1.75mm 1.75 mm 1.75 mm 1.75 mm 1.75 mm
PLA? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
ABS? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Network Printing Yes Yes Yes Available with 3rd party products Yes
Standalone (SD card or USB drive) Printing Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes