Honest reviews of printers, accessories, and filament based on real use — not unboxing impressions or affiliate pressure.
ReviewsAfter a week of non-stop printing, including a 32-hour multi-color job, here is what held up, what changed after firmware, and who the Creality SparkX i7 is really for.
ReviewsA hands-on first look at the Creality SparkX i7: what arrives in the box, how setup and CFS Lite loading went, what I tested, and the details worth knowing before your first print.
GuidesThe SparkX i7 is a strong printer out of the box. These five practical prints make it cleaner, easier to live with, and better organized without pretending they are print-quality fixes.
AccessoriesIf you just picked up an xTool P2 — or you've had one sitting on your bench and aren't sure where to start — this guide is exactly what you
Education3D scanning technology has been around for a while — but it's mostly been inaccessible to hobbyists. The scanners that do exist for the hobbyist market require you to connect
PrintersIf you've been keeping an eye on the 3D printing world lately, you've heard about the Bambu Lab X2D. It launched with a lot of hype — dual tool head, multicolor
PrintersIf you’ve been following the latest releases in the 3D printing space, you’ve probably heard about the new Bambu Lab X2D. In this post, I’m walking you through my full unboxing,
EducationWhen it comes to controlling and monitoring your 3D printer remotely, OctoPrint is the most popular open-source software out there, but it’s not the only one. Whether you're looking for
AccessoriesThe CR-Scan Ferret Pro is a handheld 3D scanner developed by Creality, a company well-known for its wide range of 3D printing solutions. The Ferret Pro is designed to cater
AccessoriesCrealityFalcon Is Founding! Over the years, the technology behind laser engraving has seen significant advancements, with machines becoming more efficient, compact, and powerful. Yet, for all its benefits, there are
AccessoriesThe CR-Scan Otter is a multipurpose 3D scanning system that can be used for both personal and business purposes, according to Creality's CR-Scan series. The affordability and ease of use
ReviewsAre you looking for a company that can provide you with the best Fast Print PCB products? Do you need someone to increase the value of the product significantly during the
PrintersThe TwoTrees Sk1 is a new 3D printer on the market with a lot to offer. I’ll walk you through the unboxing, basic setup, calibration, and first print. The TwoTrees
AccessoriesThere are many reasons to use OctoPrint, but I’ve rounded up my twelve biggest reasons, according to me. OctoPrint is a free 3D printer management tool that has a lot
AccessoriesNew Tools to Inspire Creativity As a consultant in the 3D printing space, one of my goals is to help fellow makers discover affordable tools and technologies that can unlock
AccessoriesThe CR-Scan Ferret Pro offers wireless scanning with 0.1mm accuracy, anti-shake technology, and full-color capture. (Sponsored Content) In recent years, 3D scanning technology has emerged from the specialized confines of
PrintersIt might be obvious that the Ender 5 is an improvement over the Ender 3, but are the improvements in areas where you really need them? The Ender 3 is
PrintersThe Ender 3 is one of the most well-known beginner 3D printers. It’s generally regarded as the go-to entry-level 3D printer and has a good reputation. However, I wanted to
AccessoriesIf you're in the market for a new 3D printer, you're probably wondering if you should buy extra filament to go with it. Although you'll have to purchase filament sooner
AccessoriesOne of the most challenging parts of setting up, and using, a 3d printer is getting the bed leveled correctly and keeping it level between prints. There are many 3d
AccessoriesThe right type of PLA can make all the difference when it comes to the strength of a part. Some things need impact-resistant to last longer than a few uses.
PrintersThe build volume of your printer is one of the most important factors in determining what you can and can't print. If you don’t want to stick multiple parts together
AccessoriesOctoPrint has been in development since 2012 and has a huge community to learn from. Plugins like “Bed Level Visualizer” make it possible to check how level the bed is
AccessoriesSome people have asked me whether a glass bed is actually an upgrade. In my opinion, the answer is yes for a few reasons. One of the most obvious reasons
PrintersA level printing bed is crucial for accurate 3D models. If the bed isn’t level, the first layer won’t be level, causing the entire model to be ruined. The good
PrintersI love miniatures, and I was interested in whether it’s cheaper to buy minis or to print your own. I looked at the cost of minis that you can buy
AccessoriesHaving an enclosure around your 3D printer isn’t always necessary, especially if you’re printing with PLA. However, enclosures can do more than just control toxic fumes and increase temperature, they
PrintersYou need to print these upgrades as soon as possible to get the most out of your Ender 3. Some upgrades make the printer safer to work with and others
PrintersI’ve been doing 3d printing for quite a while and I thought I’d answer a common question about the 3d printers. Which is, what’s the lifespan of a 3d printer?
AccessoriesThis isn’t your typical list of a few random 3D prints with the claim that they will make your life easier. I’ve sectioned this out for you so that you
PrintersThe first few years of your child’s life are the most important in terms of how they interact with the world. It’s easy for them to process information and form
AccessoriesOne of the most challenging parts of setting up a 3d printer is getting the bed leveled right and keeping it level between prints. Some of the more expensive printers
AccessoriesOne thing that tends to be lacking on many of the typical hobbyist printers, including the Ender 3, is proper cooling for the filament. It ships with a basic fan
AccessoriesLights on a 3d printer are not required, they are meant to give it more of a wow effect, and NeoPixle LEDs do just that, plus more. They integrate well
PrintersShopping for a 3d printer these days can be overwhelming as there are so many options/sizes available, and the price can vary widely. A hobbyist printer can cost anywhere from
Printers3D printing may seem like an invention for the elite and over-qualified intellectuals of our society, but the days of 3D printing being mainstream are more near than you may
Printers3D printing is one of the world’s newest and most exciting technologies. This technology isn’t just designed to be taken advantage of by corporate manufacturing—this is a technology that can
AccessoriesWhen operating a 3D printer, having a good build plate is vital to making sure that the final product comes outright. In fact, no 3D printer could even work without
PrintersIf you’ve ever gone looking at 3D printers online, you’ve probably found that the most affordable options all seem to be manufactured in China. But what many people don’t realize
PrintersLet’s face it, when it comes to 3d printers there are so many options/features available these days that it can almost be overwhelming. I just recently picked up another 3d
PrintersI’ve been working with 3D printers as a hobby for a while now and recently my 10-year-old son has started showing more interest in how they work. He was always
Printers3d printers are something straight out of the science fiction and the technology keeps getting better every day. The newer models are here to give us a fully satisfied feeling,
PrintersThere is no doubt in saying that resin printers are very useful in creating high-quality 3D models. The first 3D technology was stereolithography, invented in 1986 and commercialized in the
AccessoriesI purchased a Polymaker PolyBox filament storage box from Amazon about a month ago and wanted to write up a review in case you are looking to order one, or
AccessoriesIn the past few years, the 3D printing industry has seen unprecedented growth. Thanks to the rapid advancements in technology, 3D printing methods and processes have evolved over time. From