r/3DPrinterComparison

Hey everyone!

I'm looking to buy my very first 3D printer, and I'm currently deciding between the Bambu Lab P1S Combo, P2S Combo, and Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo.

I'm a complete beginner with absolutely no 3D printing experience, but I'm really interested in getting into the hobby.

I'd like to do a bit of everything:

• Download models from websites like MakerWorld, Printables, and Thingiverse and print them.
• Learn how to design my own models and eventually create functional parts and custom projects.
• Experiment with different materials, multicolor printing, and generally discover what 3D printing has to offer.

Budget is definitely an important factor for me. I can afford to spend more if it's genuinely worth it, but I don't want to pay significantly extra for features that a beginner like me might not even notice or need.

Ideally, I'd like a printer that I can grow with without feeling the need to upgrade too soon.

If you were starting completely from scratch today, which one would you buy and why?

Also other printers suggestions are welcome, of course!

Thanks in advance!

I like to make toys, hunting and hobby gear, and garage organization stuff. No plans to print farm and sell dragon eggs at the farmers market.

I currently run an elegoo neptune 3 pro. It has been remarkable for a $225 machine... but I am getting frustrated at its speed as well as the machinations required to run it or do anything even slightly complex like a 2 color flat sign... all the time and tinkercad and BS aligning models etc.... SD card back and forth. I feel like I will use this tool a ton more if I am doing a 3 hour print vs 15!

I want something that will cover me for a few years.... open my horizons to multi color a bit.... and ideally but not a deal breaker, multi material.

The U1 hits all that... as well as having much less waste. I have no current plans to do any ABS or engineering stuff... but could do it with a vent and a jerry rigged or bought hood for the U1... I have watched TONS of videos on both.

What am I missing? Thanks in advance!

Okay, I'm having a tough time deciding which to get.

Would love to hear form people that have both (or a creality) machine.

Few things i care about 1) Consistent and reliable wifi printing capabilities. (i'm on orca slicer right now) 2) Great bed leveling with ideally limited to no adjustments from me. 3) Filament switching.

I have an Elegoo Neptune max and it says auto bed leveling, but that was a crock of shit.

I'm open to other suggestions in the price range of 850 and lower.

(Not a novice to 3d printing)

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