If you’re looking for a cheap PLA filament that prints without issues and has vibrant colors, this is the best option for you. As a bonus, the filament is backed by online retail giant Amazon; meaning fast shipping, returns, and Amazon’s one-year warranty all come with the Amazon Basics filament.

The filament’s performance has many positive reviews, and the fact that the spool comes in a resealable plastic bag makes storing your filaments an easy task. Also, the spool itself has a handy gauge on the side that allows you to approximate how much filament you have left – both in meters and by weight. Combined with the – almost – unbeatable price, the Amazon Basic PLA is perfectly suited for your everyday prints.

• Price per kg: ~$23
• Tolerance: ±0.04 mm
• Colors: Black, brown, red, pearl white, white
• Hot end temperature: 190-220 °C

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US-based Hatchbox offers good quality PLA filament at a reasonable price, making it the perfect all-around, everyday filament.

Hatchbox quickly rose to become a top filament seller at Amazon, with thousands of satisfied user reviews. Its filament combines everything you would look for in a PLA: The material’s tolerance is great, the colors are vibrant, it’s flexible yet strong for a PLA, and the detail resolution is amazing. On top, it has a sweet pancake smell (as if that wasn’t selling point enough). And all that for a bang-good price.

The spool comes packed in a recyclable cardboard box and sealed in a plastic bag, but the bag is not resealable. Meaning you’ll need a dry box or a suitable compartment to protect your filament from humidity, but it’s a minor drawback that can be tackled by finding a proper storage solution.

• Price per kg: ~$25
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: Baby blue, beige, black, blue, bronze, brown, cool gray, copper, dark yellow, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 180-210 °C

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ProtoPasta launched after a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2013 and is now a well-established filament manufacturer known for their high-quality products and reliable tolerances. ProtoPasta is a filament by makers, for makers.

Their filament is a bit pricey, but the quality makes up for it. In addition to their basic PLA, they offer an array of different variations. The company’s special HT-PLA boasts similar ease of printing to standard PLA, but can also be heat-treated for added stability and strength to hold shape at temperatures approaching 200 °C, compared to PLA’s average melting temperature of about 50 °C. They also sell electrically conductive PLA and an iron-filled metal composite.

Fun fact: the name ProtoPasta derives from the pasta-like shape of filament.

• Price per kg: ~$30
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white, natural
• Hot end temperature: 185-215 °C

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Recognizing the market’s need for high-end, premium-quality filament, ColorFabb set out to meet the demand, becoming one of the most reputable filament manufacturers in the world, thanks in no small part to its strong PLA.

The secret behind ColorFabb’s strong PLA is a little extra ingredient: PHA. A polyester created by bacteria when fermenting sugar, it mixes with ColorFabb’s PLA to create a strong and durable filament.

As far as technical specs and quality control go, ColorFabb PLA filaments are top-notch. They have awesome tolerances. They never clog or jam, and the spools are always perfectly wound. It doesn’t get much better than this.

ColorFabb filament is definitely at the top of the price range. But then again, it’s not a bad deal for some of the best PLA filament around.

• Price per kg: ~$36
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Blue gray, green, yellow, natural, red, purple
• Hot end temperature: 195-220 °C

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Creating one of the most popular 3D printers wasn’t enough for Josef Prusa and his team at Prusa Research. So they set out to be the first 3D printer manufacturer with an in-house filament production.

Prusa offers premium material achieved with thorough testing. Customers can inspect the testing parameters, such as the remaining weight and length, and the standard deviation in microns, of every filament spool by scanning the QR code on the product. Such spool-specific data is above and beyond what you can expect from other filament manufacturers.

While you once had to order Prusament through Prusa’s online shop, it has since become available at Amazon and can be ordered in many different and vibrant colors.

• Price per kg: ~$40
• Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
• Colors: Lime green, royal blue, pineapple, galaxy purple, lipstick red, orange, opal green, jet black, vanilla white, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 200-220 °C

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Just like its PLA, Amazon hasn’t skimped on quality in its PETG offering. Amazon Basics PETG filament is easy to work with and provides decent quality. The colors are vibrant, and the surface finish of the prints is smooth and shiny. While it does have a slight issue with first layers not sticking to the bed, this can be easily corrected with a little extra adhesive before each print.

As an Amazon-labeled product, Amazon Basics PETG benefits from impressively fast Prime shipping, and if you don’t like it, the company’s returns policy is generous. An Amazon 1-year limited warranty also backs it. Amazon Basics PETG might just be the go-to filament for your run-of-the-mill prints.

• Price per kg: ~$20
• Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
• Colors: Blue, red, transparent, translucent blue, translucent red, yellow, gray, orange
• Hot end temperature: 220-245 °C

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With more than 21 years in the industry, eSun is a well-established 3D printing brand that offers a variety of products, including a line of PETG filaments. They’re truly one of the giants in the industry and a global supplier of filament.

Known for being both affordable and of good quality, their PETG filament features near-perfect roundness, tight diameter tolerance, good winding, and no overlap or tangle. Additionally, their filaments melt well and feed smoothly and constantly without clogging the nozzle or extruder. Users may encounter some stringing until they get their temperatures dialed in. However, after that, most users report great performance experiences.

• Price per kg: ~$22
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white, gray, silver, purple, orange, blue, yellow
• Hot end temperature: 230-250 °C

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Another manufacturer out of China, Eryone is a relatively new supplier in the 3D printing world, only beginning operations in 2018. However, the company has garnered some well-deserved acclaim for its filaments. Although the company is more known for its PLA options, they also offer several lines of PETG.

Many users have positively reviewed the filament’s ability to adhere well to the build surface and its lack of stringiness. The rolls usually ship in a foil bag to help prevent moisture from affecting the filament.

• Price per kg: ~$24
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: Black, white, gray, transparent clear, transparent red, transparent blue, orange, yellow, red, blue
• Hot end temperature: 230-250 °C

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Hatchbox PETG filament appeals to both experts and beginners, and basically everyone who wants good quality filament at a bargain price. It’s this mix of low pricing and high quality that allows Hatchbox to dominate the filament market. Hands down, they nail the price-to-quality ratio.

Hatchbox PETG offers a wide variety of colors to choose from, although it’s worth noting that the label on the box doesn’t always match the ordered color. That said, the filament inside is always the exact shade of the color you ordered. Hatchbox PETG filament is gaining popularity as people realize how easy it is to print with. This filament is as good as many filaments that cost twice as much.

• Price per kg: ~$25
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: Black, blue, midnight purple, chocolate, copper, dark green, dark yellow, gold, pink, red, silver, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 230-260 °C

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Polymaker started in Shanghai, China, and quickly became one of the most well-known 3D filament companies. Today, it offers a variety of 3D printing materials in a broad color palette.

Polymaker PolyLite PETG

Polylite PETG is an optimized plug-and-play filament available in both 1.75- and 2.85-mm diameters, combining balanced mechanical properties with excellent ease of printing and reasonable pricing. The company’s intricate Nano-reinforcement formula provides tighter specifications that won’t jam your 3D printer’s extruder and should lead to more reliable 3D prints.

• Price per kg: ~$22
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: Black, blue, clear, electric blue, gold, green, gray, yellow, magenta, orange, pink, purple, red, silver, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 235 °C

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Polymaker PolyMax PETG

Polymaker also has a PolyMax PETG version, which offers better mechanical properties than regular PETG, making it a good candidate for a wide range of applications. It dramatically improves the toughness of the material by increasing its impact resistance, while retaining the easy-to-print-reliability of PLA. The heat resistance is increased up to around 80 °C, so you don’t need to worry about warping or shrinking during the printing process, which ensures the dimensional stability.

• Price per kg: ~$30
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white
• Hot end temperature: 230-240 °C

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ColorFabb guarantees precision quality filaments for your most important prints. Its filaments typically run on the pricier end of the spectrum but might just be worth it, depending on what you’re working on. ColorFabb packages, stores, and ships its filaments from its factory and warehouse in a state-of-the-art operation, and all their filaments are high quality with minimal variance in diameter.

PET XT is ColorFabb’s variant of PETG, which is made from Amphora polymers, making the material more functional, durable, and efficient than many other PETs. Note that the spool size is pretty large, larger even than many standard printer spool holders can take. ColorFabb has shared a design for a spool holder, which you can print yourself.

• Price per kg: ~$45
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white, clear, light gray, dark gray
• Hot end temperature: 240-260 °C

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If you’ve done any 3D printing, you’re undoubtedly familiar with the Sunlu name. From filaments to resin to printer accessories to dryers, and even 3D printing pens, this company offers many products for the 3D printing enthusiast.

When it comes to their ABS offerings, most customers note its low price and great printing results. This filament is also known for its good adhesion and ease of use for those newer to printing ABS. While all ABS filaments should be printed in well-ventilated areas, some users note that this brand has a particularly strong smell.

• Price per kg: ~$20
• Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
• Colors: Black, white, gray, blue, red, green, orange
• Hot end temperature: 240-270 °C

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Gizmo Dorks was set up in 2009 by a couple of grade school friends who were reunited years later by their mutual interest in 3D printing.

The company offers quality filament at a reasonable price, often importing from China (something that appears to have led to issues with consistency and color) but it is their customer service where the company aims to distinguish itself.

Gizmo Dorks’ ABS includes multiple shades of primary colors and several shades of translucent and specialty options, and it’s not just about the look – the filament offers fantastic strength and rigidness.

• Price per kg: ~$22
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, blue, brown, transparent, orange, green, pink, purple, red, silver, white, yellow, gray
• Hot end temperature: 230-240 °C

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This is not your typical ABS. While more popular for their PLA offerings, Flashforge’s Pro ABS line of filaments takes things to a whole new level. Boasting remarkable qualities like reduced shrinkage, a fainter odor, and easier printing conditions, it’s a dream come true for makers.

The Flashforge ABS Pro is a go-to choice when durability and heat resistance are non-negotiable. Say goodbye to worries about your prints holding up in high-temperature environments. It also prints at a lower temperature than many other ABS filaments and has less odor. With its tight tolerance and many color choices, you’re sure to find an option you love.

• Price per kg: ~$22
• Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
• Colors: Black, white, natural, blue, red, gray, purple, green, orange, yellow, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 220-240 °C

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The best ABS filament for the everyday use comes from Hatchbox, hands down. If you take one look at the literally hundreds of five-star reviews that customers have left at Amazon, you’ll see just how much people love this filament.

Hatchbox ABS filament comes in vibrant colors and has a high gloss finish that people seem to love. While it tolerates the use of acetone for post-processing purposes very well, even without post-processing it is still some of the glossiest and most lustrous ABS filament available in this price range. It’s also available in 1.75- and 3-mm variants, so it plays nicely with most, if not all desktop 3D printers outfitted to print ABS.

All in all, Hatchbox ABS filament is quite possibly the best quality ABS available at this price range.

• Price per kg: ~$24
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: White, beige, black, blue, red, yellow, green, pink, gold, copper, bronze, gray, and many more
• Hot end temperature: 210-240 °C

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The ABS available from IC3D is a favorite among those who need reliability, exacting dimensional accuracy, and ease of use from their filament. Some users recommend this brand over others, as it’s well-suited for both beginners and experts alike. Used in everyday printing as well as functional parts, this ABS is both versatile and dependable.

Manufactured in Ohio, this filament comes in standard 1-kg rolls but is also readily available in bulk, with spool sizes going up to 10 kg. It’s also available in unique colors, such as beige and natural.

• Price per kg: ~$35
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Beige, black, blue, red, green, gray, orange, yellow, white, natural
• Hot end temperature: 220-230 °C

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Dutch filament manufacturer FormFutura convinces with quality material properties, a large special filament offer, and its reliability.

The company’s TitanX ABS is specifically designed to 3D print large objects, which is always a challenge with ABS. FormFutura has figured out how to keep the warping low and the quality high when printing big, with Titan X exhibiting no distortion and perfect layer adhesion. This means it shouldn’t be necessary to have an enclosure for your printer to print successfully with TitanX. A side benefit is a reduction in smell emitted when printing, meaning that acrid whiff that typically accompanies printing with ABS is less intrusive.

Note that a 106% extrusion layer should be used, but FormFutura states the exact settings that should be used according to each material in the provided leaflet.

• Price per kg: ~$40
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, dark blue, white, red, natural, gray, light gray
• Hot end temperature: 240-265 °C

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Crafted with strength and flexibility in mind, Amazon Basics’ TPU filament will effortlessly bring your designs to life. Its exceptional layer-to-layer bonding ensures impeccable print quality, while its resistance to oil, grease, and scratches makes for prints that can stand up to tough use. With an impressive elongation of 450%, users can confidently print objects that demand flexibility without compromising structural integrity.

Additionally, boasting a remarkable tensile strength of 150 MPa, this filament ensures that prints can withstand rigorous wear and tear, making it ideal for a wide range of applications. It’s also engineered to minimize the chances of jamming to help the printing process go smoothly. Amazon includes a resealable storage bag with the filament to help it remain in optimal condition.

• Price per kg: ~$29
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Blue, red, white
• Hot end temperature: 210-230 °C

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Geeetech’s TPU filament has gained widespread acclaim as a highly flexible and tough material, capable of producing soft yet robust parts. While arguably not as widely known as some other brands, this technology-oriented company specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of 3D printers and spare parts, as well as filaments and other accessories.

A standout feature of this user-friendly TPU include minimal warping, making it a preferred choice among 3D printing enthusiasts. Furthermore, this filament stands out for its odor-free composition, eliminating any unpleasant smells during the printing process. Users have praised its exceptional performance, noting its resistance to clogging and the absence of bubbles. Notably, Geeetech TPU filament excels at delivering quality prints with sharp and intricate details.

• Price per kg: $20-$28
• Tolerance: ±0.03 mm
• Colors: Black, brown, clear, gray, green, orange, red, purple, white
• Hot end temperature: 180-210 °C

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This filament sets itself apart with printing speeds up to five times faster than other TPU filaments. With a Shore hardness rating of 95A, it showcases remarkable elasticity, boasting the ability to stretch up to three times its original length. Ensuring ease of use, Overture’s TPU exhibits excellent bed adhesion and low-warp properties and emits minimal odor during printing.

Users report a smooth and stable printing experience when utilizing Overture TPU rolls. With meticulous mechanical winding and rigorous manual examination, Overture ensures tidy, tangle-free filaments, reducing the risk of line breakage or snapping. The company also shifted to using paper rolls in 2021, reducing their environmental impact.

• Price per kg: $27-$39
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white, gray, green, red, clear, yellow, orange, pink, purple, transparent blue, transparent red
• Hot end temperature: 210-230 °C

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This is the flexible filament legends are made of. NinjaTek NinjaFlex TPU filament has garnered widespread acclaim for its exceptional performance and versatility. Users have been highly impressed by its unmatched flexibility and durability, allowing for the creation of prints that can withstand bending, stretching, and everyday wear without sacrificing their original shape.

With its seamless compatibility across a range of 3D printers and user-friendly nature, this filament has earned a reputation as a top choice for both enthusiasts and professionals alike. The extensive array of vibrant colors enables makers to produce stunning prints that stand out. With a Shore hardness of 85A and an elongation of 660%, it’s in a realm of its own.

• Price per kg: $35-$87
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Black, white, gray, green, red, clear, yellow, orange
• Hot end temperature: 225-250 °C

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Specially formulated for increased flexibility without sacrificing strength, this TPU from SainSmart features a Shore hardness of 87A. It’s extremely flexible, elongating to 500% before any breakage. Designed to have mechanical strength and high resilience to bending, tension, and compression, it also has high abrasion and aging resistance. It’s also very resistant to chemicals, water, oil, and solvents.

Users have recommended drying this filament for several hours to achieve the best results. This filament is available in many different color options (too many to list here) that you’re unlikely to find with most TPU offerings.

• Price per kg: $29-$46
• Tolerance: ±0.05 mm
• Colors: Natural, soft pink, glow green, orange-to-yellow, and more
• Hot end temperature: 220-250 °C

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