Buyer’s Guides

Current buyer’s guides of 3D printers, filaments, CNC routers, and more. Includes top picks and recommendations to find the best product for your needs.

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A Material World
Print More for Less: A Quick Guide to Find Cheap Filament

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Simply the Best
The Best 3D Printers in 2023 – Buyer’s Guide

Stop looking and start printing: we’ve reviewed and picked the best 3D printers across many categories to help you find the best tech for your needs.

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All-Singing, All-Dancing
The Best 3-In-1 3D Printers of 2023

Our picks for the best 3-in-1 3D printers to combine the benefits of a laser engraver, CNC cutter, and more, into a benchtop form factor.

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Scan-tastic
The Best 3D Scanners in 2023 – Buyer’s Guide

Check out our updated guide to scanning tech and the best 3D scanners from entry-level to pro – many backed by hands-on reviews.

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Let There Be Light
The Best Resin 3D Printers in 2023

The best resin 3D printers for home, backed by full reviews. Check out our picks to find the best resin printer for your needs.

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Make Your Ender a Contender
The Best Creality Ender 3 (V2/Pro/Max) Upgrades & Mods

Great as they are, there's plenty you can do the Creality Ender 3, V2, Max, and Pro to upgrade and make them your own. Here are our recommendations.

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CNC Champions
The Best CNC Routers of 2023 – Buyer’s Guide

Looking for a desktop CNC machine for home? Check out our buyer’s guide to find the best CNC router for your needs.

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The Ultimate Filament Guide
Best 3D Printer Filament: The Main Types in 2023

The main 3D printer filament types, their uses, properties, and where you can buy them. Find the best 3D printer filament for your needs!

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The Best PLA Filaments in 2023 – Buyer’s Guide

Check out the best PLA filament brands available on the market right now! Find the best 3D printer filament for your needs and budget!

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Gotta Start Somewhere
The Best 3D Printers for Beginners in 2023

Looking for the best 3D printer for beginners? Check out our best picks for the most beginner-friendly 3D printers on the market today.

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Fire the Laser
The Best Laser Cutters in 2023 – Buyer’s Guide

Check out our buyer's guide to find the best laser cutter for your needs. Plus, an introduction to laser cutting, services, and materials.

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Bigger Is Almost Certainly Better
The Best Large 3D Printers in 2023

If your regular run-of-the-mill printers are too small to contain your enormous 3D printing ambitions, this guide to the best large 3D printers is just for you.

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Micro Computers, Maximum Potential
The Best Single-Board Computers of 2023

The best SBCs to buy, from budget to power SBCs. Check out picks for the best single-board computers for all needs and budgets.

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The Hottest Picks
The Best 3D Printer Extruder Hot Ends of 2023

Since there are so many 3D printer hot ends out there, finding the right one can be a challenge. Read on for our picks of the best hot ends!

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It's All Engravy
The Best Laser Engravers of 2023

Looking for a desktop laser engraving machine? Check out our picks for the best laser engravers on the market. Plus, an introduction, services, and materials.

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Additive Metallurgy
The Best Metal 3D Printers of 2022

Our metal 3D printer buyer's guide provides the insights you need to make the best metal 3D printer decision. Plus, a look at all the specs and prices!

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The Fastest Gantry In Town!
The Best CoreXY 3D Printers of 2023

Looking for a versatile 3D printer? Check out our buyer's guide to find the best CoreXY 3D printer for your home or business.

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Bargain Hunting
The Best Budget 3D Printers in 2023 (FDM & Resin)

Looking for a good and cheap 3D printer? Check out our picks for the best budget filament and resin 3D printers under $200, $300, $500, and $1,000.

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No Tumble Drying
Filament Dryer / Dry Box: The Best Solutions

Unless you're printing in a desert, filament will likely absorb moisture. Learn about the best filament dryers and dry boxes to DIY or buy!

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Extending Reality
The Best Lidar Scanner Apps of 2022

Newer smartphones feature a lidar scanner, but many people don't put it to use. Read on for lidar scanner apps you may find useful.

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