Recently I had to do some research on 3D Printers for work to try to get one that would print in a number of different materials but could not find a comprehensive list of 3D printers.
So I asked our team to spend a few weeks researching to find and compare every 3D printer they could find. Here is our comprehensive guide to all the 3D printers available in early 2014.
If you are launching a new 3D printer or if we missed your Printer our apologies please Tweet me @mikenicholls88 or tell us your story here and we will add it to the list, if it looks interesting we will also publish a separate article on it.
Also if there are any materials to be added, errors to be corrected or prices have changed please let us know and we will update immediately.
Unless otherwise specified all costs are in $USD
B9 Creator
Resolution: (X,Y) Plane: 50 microns, Z Axis: 6.35 microns
Materials to Print: UV-Cured Resin
Cost: $3375
Print Volume: 4″×3″×8-1/8″
Website: http://www.b9creator.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/B9Creations
Link to Reviews: makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/b9-creator/
http://revolutionofmaking.blogspot.in/2012/10/review-top-5-low-cost-3d-printer-of-2012.html
Cube 2
Resolution: 200 microns
Materials to Print: No Print materials PLA, ABS
Cost: $1299
Print Volume: 5-1/2″×5-1/2″×5-1/2″
Website: http://www.cubify.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/cubify
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/cube-2/
http://3dprintx.net/mbot-cube-ii-3d-printer-review/
http://tobuya3dprinter.com/mbot-cube-2-3d-printer-review/
Felix 2.0
Resolution: Z axis: 0.05-0.35 mm
Materials to Print: PLA, ABS, nylon
Cost: $1949
Print Volume: 10″×8″×9-1/4″
Website: http://shop.felixprinters.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/FELIXprinters
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/felix-2-0/
http://www.3dprintronics.com/blog/61-felix-3d-printer-review
Formlabs Form 1
Resolution: Minimum layer thickness (Z axis): 25 microns
Materials to Print: UV-cured resin
Cost: $3299
Print Volume: 4.9″×4.9″×6.5″
Website: http://www.formlabs.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/formlabs
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/formlabs-form-1/
http://www.wired.com/reviews/2013/09/formlabs-form-1/
http://www.3dengr.com/2013/03/Form1.html
Lulzbot Taz
Resolution: Z axis: 75 microns
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA, PVA, HIPS, and Laywood
Cost: $2195
Print Volume: 11.7″×10.8″×9.8″
Website: http://www.lulzbot.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/lulzbot3D
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/lulzbot-taz/
http://www.gizmag.com/review-lulzbot-taz-3d-printer/29284/
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/05/17/taz-lulzbots-newest-3d-printer-is-all-grown-up/
http://www.3dprinter.net/3d-printer-review-lulzbot-taz
Solidoodle 3
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1 mm
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $799
Print Volume: 8″×8″×8″
Website: http://www.solidoodle.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Solidoodle3D
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/more-printers-at-a-glance/
http://www.engadget.com/2012/12/15/solidoodle-3-hands-on/
Mendel Max 2.0
Resolution: X &Y Axis: 0.125 mm, Z axis: 0.1-0.4 mm
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $2195
Print Volume: 7.75″ × 12.25″ × 8.75″
Website: http://www.mendelmax.com
Twitter Handle:
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/more-printers-at-a-glance/
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/01/08/new-mendelmax-2-0-3d-printer/
MBot Cube 2
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1mm
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $1399
Print Volume: 10.25″ × 9″ × 7.75″
Website: http://www.mbot3d.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/mbot3d
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/more-printers-at-a-glance/
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/04/18/mbot-cube-3d-printer-just-a-little-bit-naughty/
http://tobuya3dprinter.com/mbot-cube-2-3d-printer-review/
http://3dprinting.teya.ca/2013/02/meet-the-mbot-cube/
Leapfrog Creatr
Resolution: Z axis: 125 micron
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA and PVA
Cost: $2500
Print Volume: 9″ × 10.5″ × 7.8″
Website: http://lpfrg.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Leapfrog_3D
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/more-printers-at-a-glance
http://www.prsnlz.me/blogs/daniel-oconnors-blog/leapfrog-creatr-review-3d-printer-review/
Openbeam Mini Kossel
Resolution: 100 steps per mm in all three directions
Materials to Print: PLA
Cost: $899
Print Volume: 7″×5.9″ dia
Website: http://www.openbeamusa.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/openbeam
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/openbeam-mini-kossel
Printrbot Plus
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1 mm
Materials to Print: ABS and PLA
Cost: $999
Print Volume: 8″×8″×8″
Website: http://printrbot.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/printrbot
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/printrbot-plus
http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/printrbot-plus-review.html
http://www.reddit.com/r/printrbot/
http://www.protoparadigm.com/blog/2012/08/printrbot-plus-build-with-timelapse-and-notes/
Printrbot Simple
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1mm
Materials to Print: PLA
Cost: $399
Print Volume: 3.9″×3.9″×3.9″
Website: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/printrbot-simple
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/printrbot
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/printrbot-simple
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/10/08/3d-hacker-gives-printrbot-simple-thumbs/
http://johnbiehler.com/2013/06/11/printrbot-simple-the-300-3d-printer/
Makerbot Replicator 2
Resolution: Z axis:100 microns
Materials to Print: PLA
Cost: $2199
Print Volume: 11.2″×6″×6.1″
Website: http://makerbot.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/makerbot
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/replicator-2
http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/replicator-2-review.html
4U Builder
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1mm
Materials to Print: PLA
Cost: $1688
Print Volume: 8.6″×8.25″×6.9″
Website: http://3dprinter4u.nl/en/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/3dprinter4u
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/review-3dprinter-4u-builder
Airwolf AW3D XL
Resolution: Z axis: 80 Micron
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA, HIPS, nylon, PVA, Laywood, and more
Cost: $2399
Print Volume: 12″×7.9″×7″
Website: http://airwolf3d.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/AIRWOLF3D
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/review-airwolf-aw3d-xl
http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/aw3d-xl-review.html
http://www.23dprinter.com/2013/09/airwolf-3d-printer-aw3d-xl-multiple-materials-machine-review.html
http://www.3dprinterprices.net/printers/airwolf-3d-printer-aw3d/
Bukito
Resolution: 50 microns (X,Y), 100 microns Z axis
Materials to Print: PLA, nylon, Laywood
Cost: $799
Print Volume: 5″×6″×5″
Website: http://deezmaker.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/deezmaker
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/review-bukito
http://www.tomsguide.com/us/bukito-3d-printer-maker-faire,news-17592.html
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/05/29/deezmakers-new-bukito-portable-3d-printer/
Bukobot 8V2
Resolution: Z axis: 50 Microns
Materials to Print: ABS, PLA, nylon, polycarbonate, PVA, HIPS, Laywood, Laybrick
Cost: $1549
Print Volume: 8″×8″×8″
Website: http://deezmaker.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/deezmaker
Link to Reviews:http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/review-bukobot-8v2/
Tinkerine Studios Ditto+
Resolution: Z axis:100 micron
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $1549
Print Volume: 8-1/4″×7-1/4″×9″
Website: http://tinkerines.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/tinkerines
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/review-tinkerine-studios-ditto/
http://mobilemakerspace.com/makerspace-product-review-ditto-3d-printer/
http://solidsmack.com/cad-design-news/the-ditto-3d-printer-diy-hd-fff-3dp/
http://solidsmack.com/cad-design-news/the-ditto-3d-printer-diy-hd-fff-3dp/
http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/ditto–review.html
Type A Machines Series 1
Resolution: Z axis: 50 microns
Material to Print: PLA, nylon, soft PLA, PET
Cost: $2295
Print Volume: 12″×12″×12″
Website: typeamachines.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/typeamachines
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/type-a-machines-series-1/
http://www.23dprinter.com/2013/11/affordable-solid-type-a-machines-series-1-3d-printer.html
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2424909,00.asp
http://www.3ders.org/articles/20120821-introducing-four-new-personal-3d-printers.html
Ultimaker 2
Resolution: Z axis: 20 microns
Material to Print: PLA or ABS
Cost: $2565
Print Volume: 8.9″×8.9″×8.1″
Website: http://ultimaker.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/ultimaker
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/ultimaker-2/
http://www.gizmag.com/ultimaker-2-3d-printer-speed-accuracy/29268/
UP Mini
Resolution: Z axis: 250 microns
Material to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $899
Print Volume: 4.7″×4.7″×4.7″
Website: http://pp3dp.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/#%21/PP3DP
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/up-mini/
http://3dprintingsystems.com/products/up-mini-3d-printer/
UP Plus 2
Resolution: Z axis: 150 micron
Material to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $1649
Print Volume: 5-1/2″×5-1/2″×5-1/4″
Website: http://pp3dp.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/#%21/PP3DP
Link to Reviews: http://makezine.com/review/guide-to-3d-printing-2014/up-plus-2/
http://3dprintingsystems.com/products/3d-printers/up-plus-2-3d-printer/
Cubify CubeX
Resolution: Z axis: 100 microns
Material to Print: PLA / ABS / Dissovable Natural PLA
Cost: $2499
Print Volume: 10.8” x 10.45” x 9.5”
Website: http://cubify.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/cubify
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/cubex-review.html
http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/08/eyes-on-with-3d-systems-cubex-and-next-generation-cube/
Cubify Cube
Resolution: Z axis: 200 microns
Material to Print: PLA plastic and ABS plastic or Tough Recyclable or Compostable Plastic
Cost: $1299
Print Volume: 5.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches
Website: http://cubify.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/cubify
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/cube-review.html
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2418103,00.asp
http://reviews.cnet.com/3d-printers/3d-systems-cube/4505-33809_7-35473913-2.html
http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/123480-cubify-cube-3d-printer-second-gen-review
Lulzbot AO-101
Resolution: Z axis: 200 microns
Material to Print: ABS and PLA plastic filaments
Cost: $1725
Print Volume: 200mm x 190mm x 100mm
Website: http://www.lulzbot.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/LULZBOT
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/lulzbot-ao-101-review.html
http://www.lulzbot.com/?q=news/reviews
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/03/01/3d-printer-review-lulzbot-ao-101/
Afinia H
Resolution: Z axis: 150 microns
Material to Print: ABS
Cost: $1599
Print Volume: 200mm x 190mm x 100mm
Website: http://www.afinia.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Afinia3DPrint
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/afinia-h-review.html
AW3D V5
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1mm
Material to Print: PLA, ABS and a wood-based PLA filament
Cost: $1695
Print Volume: 200 x200 x112 mm
Website: http://airwolf3d.com
Link to Reviews:http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/aw3d-v5-review.html
3D Touch
Resolution: Z axis: 125 microns
Material to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $3400-$4200
Print Volume: 275 x 275 x 210mm
Website: http://www.cubify.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/cubify
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/3dtouch-review.html
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/02/04/ten_3d_printers/
http://www.3dprintingera.com/review-of-3d-touch-3d-printer/
Printrbot Jr
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1mm
Material to Print: ABS and PLA
Cost: $699
Print Volume: 5.9inch x 5.9inch x 5.9inch
Website: http://www.printrbot.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/printrbot
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/printrbot-jr-review.html
http://3dprintx.net/printrbot-jr-review/
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/08/19/printrbots-junior-3d-printer-is-all-grown-up-other-things/
Cannonball Allstar
Resolution: Z axis: 0.05mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $1950
Print Volume: 4.7 x 4.7 x 4.7 inches
Website: http://www.3dstuffmaker.com----escape_sem_autolink_uri:5b0ae5dc5a3a51ebcc3e396774304d72----
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/3dstuffmakers
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/allstar-review.html
http://www.deskeng.com/articles/aabffp.htm
Fablicator
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1-0.3 mm
Material to Print: PLA, ABS
Cost: $3495
Print Volume: 7 x 7 x 7 inches
Website: http://www.fablicator.com----escape_sem_autolink_uri:5b0ae5dc5a3a51ebcc3e396774304d72----
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/fablicator
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/fablicator-review.html
Evolution
Resolution: Z axis: 0.2-0.4mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $1295
Print Volume: 8 x 8 x 8 inches
Website: http://www.3dstuffmaker.com/evolution-3d-printer/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/3dstuffmakers
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/evolution-review.html
Mega Prusa
Resolution: Z axis: 0.35 mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $1495
Print Volume: 11 x 10 x 8 inches
Website: http://www.3dstuffmaker.com/buy-mega-prusa/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/3dstuffmakers
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/prusa-review.html
Hyrel 3D Engine E3
Resolution: Z axis: 0.2mm
Material to Print: ABS and PLA
Cost: $2495
Print Volume: 8 x 8 x 8 inches
Website: http://www.hyrel3d.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/HyRel3D
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/hyrel-3d-engine-review.html
http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/09/24/toms-guide-best-3d-printers-2013/
Solidoodle 4
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1-0.4 mm
Material to Print: ABS
Cost: $999
Print Volume: 8 x 8 x 8 inches
Website: http://www.solidoodle.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Solidoodle3D
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/solidoodle-review.html
http://www.engadget.com/2013/11/22/solidoodle-4/
DaVinci (Kinpo)
Resolution: Z axis: 0.2-0.4mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $1295
Print Volume: 8 x 8 x 8 inches
Website: http://www.3dstuffmaker.com/evolution-3d-printer/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/3dstuffmakers
Link to Reviews: http://3d-printers.toptenreviews.com/evolution-review.html
Makibox A6 LT
Resolution: Z axis: 0.04mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $200
Print Volume: 150mm x 110mm x 90mm
Website: http://www.makibox.com
Link to Reviews: http://www.licensetoquill.co.uk/2013/05/09/the-best-home-3d-printers-2013/
http://www.fabberforge.com/fabnews/2012/12/29/makibox-a-complete-3d-printer-for-200.html
Makibox A6 HT
Resolution: 100 microns
Material to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $300
Print Volume: 150mm x 110mm x 90mm
Website: http://www.makibox.com
Link to Reviews: http://www.licensetoquill.co.uk/2013/05/09/the-best-home-3d-printers-2013/
The Buccaneer (Pirate 3D)
Resolution: 85 microns
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $347
Print Volume: 145mm x 125mm x 155mm
Website: https://pirate3d.com----escape_sem_autolink_uri:5b0ae5dc5a3a51ebcc3e396774304d72----
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/pirate3d
Link to Reviews:
3D P01 (Heacent)
Resolution: Z axis: 0.004mm, (X,Y): 0.012mm
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $388
Print Volume: 200mm x 200mm x 100mm
Website: http://www.heacent.com
Link to Reviews:
Sumpod MDF Delta
Resolution: 0.02mm all axis
Material to Print:
Cost: £349.00
Print Volume: 180mmx180mmx200mm
Website: http://www.sumpod.com----escape_sem_autolink_uri:5b0ae5dc5a3a51ebcc3e396774304d72----
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/SUMPOD
Link to Reviews: http://solidsmack.com/software-hardware-reviews/the-sumpod-3d-printer-review/
Sumpod Aluminum V2
Resolution: Z axis: 0.02mm
Material to Print:
Cost: £799.00
Print Volume: 220mmx220mmx150mm
Website: http://www.sumpod.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/sumpod
Link to Reviews: http://solidsmack.com/software-hardware-reviews/the-sumpod-3d-printer-review/
Sumpod Mega
Resolution: Z axis: 0.02mm
Material to Print: PLA and ABS
Cost: £3,000
Print Volume: 600mm x 600mm x 600mm
Website: http://www.sumpod.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/sumpod
Link to Reviews: http://solidsmack.com/software-hardware-reviews/the-sumpod-3d-printer-review/
Leapfrog BV Xeed
Resolution: X,Y,Z axis: 12 microns
Material to Print: ABS, PLA, PVA
Cost: $7054
Print Volume: 600 mm x 800 mm x 500 mm
Website: http://www.lpfrg.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Leapfrog_3D
Link to Reviews:http://3dprintingindustry.com/2012/10/03/leapfrog-a-step-closer-to-easy-to-use-3d-printing/
Robo 3D
Resolution: Z axis: 100 microns
Material to Print: ABS, PLA
Cost: $699
Print Volume: 254 mm x 203 mm x 254 mm
Website: http://www.robo3dprinter.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/robo3dprinter
Link to Reviews:http://exprinted.com/robo3d-printer-review/
http://www.licensetoquill.co.uk/2013/05/09/the-best-home-3d-printers-2013/
Portabee Go
Resolution: Z axis: 100 microns
Material to Print: PLA
Cost: $395
Print Volume: 120 mm x 168 mm x 135 mm
Website: http://www.portabee3dprinter.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/portabee3d
Link to Reviews: http://3dprintingindustry.com/2013/11/22/portabee-go-portable-3d-printer-go/
Revolution 3D (QU-BD)
Resolution: Z axis: 100 microns
Material to Print: ABS
Cost: $999
Print Volume: 6” x 5.5” x 5.5″
Website: http://www.qu-bd.com
Link to Reviews: http://www.gadgetreview.com/2013/11/10-3d-printers-for-under-1000-that-anyone-can-use-at-home-today.html
http://www.gizmag.com/qu-bd-one-up-3d-printer/29760/
http://machinesonthemind.blogspot.in/2013/09/qu-bd-revolution-xl-review-part-1.html
CB Printer
Resolution: Z axis: 0.1 mm
Material to Print: Acrylate Photopolymer Resin
Cost: $2146
Print Volume: 200mm x 200mm x 180 mm
Website: http://www.cb-printer.com
Link to Reviews: http://3dprintingindustry.com/2012/10/23/cb-printer/
http://www.licensetoquill.co.uk/2013/05/09/the-best-home-3d-printers-2013/
Objet Connex 500
Resolution: X-axis: 600 dpi; Y-axis: 600 dpi; Z-axis: 1600 dpi
Material to Print: ABS and other materials.
Cost: $250,000 (estimated)
Print Volume: 500mm x 400mm x 200mm
Website: http://www.stratasys.com
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/Stratasys
Link to Reviews: http://www.licensetoquill.co.uk/2013/05/09/the-best-home-3d-printers-2013/
http://www.core77.com/blog/technology/tool_porn_the_connex500_20467.asp
http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/10/objet260-connex-makes-3d-printing-cheaper-feasible-for-cramped/
Pirx
Resolution: 100 microns
Material to Print: Acrylic
Cost: $799
Print Volume: 160mm x 250mm x 150mm
Website: http://pirx3d.com/
Twitter Handle: https://twitter.com/pirx3d
Link to Reviews: http://www.tested.com/forums/makerbot/459298-pirx3d-3d-printer-from-poland/