5 3D Printers with better print quality than MakerBot Method X

Exceptional Detail, User-Friendly Software, Automated Workflows, Excellent Print Quality, Wide Range Of Materials, Exceptional Print Quality, Low Maintenance and Automated Resin System

SLA

Under 5000

145 mm³

25 µm

Expensive Proprietary Resins, Small Build Volume, Expensive Consumables, Expensive Proprietary Resin and Limited Build Volume

9.9

9.5

9

Dual Extrusion, Large Build Volume, High Precision, Dual Extrusion Capability and Enclosed Build Chamber

FDM

Under 10000

330 mm³

20 µm

Expensive, Large Footprint and Very Expensive

9.8

9

9.5

Large Build Volume, Advanced Material Compatibility, Air Filtration System, Dual Extrusion, Material Station, High-Quality Prints, Enclosed Build Chamber and Advanced Material Management

FFF

Under $10000

330 mm³

20 µm

Very Expensive, Steep Learning Curve, Expensive and Limited To Proprietary Materials

9.8

8.5

9.5

Extremely High Resolution, Large Build Volume, Affordable Price, High-Resolution Prints, Ultra-High Resolution, Large Build Volume For Resin and Fast Printing

MSLA

Under $1000

219 mm³

28 µm

Post-Processing Can Be Messy, Learning Curve For Resin Printing, Requires Ventilation, Post-Processing Needed, Expensive Resin and Post-Processing Required

9.8

7.5

8

High Resolution, Fast Printing Speed, Large Build Volume For Resin, Large Build Volume For Resin Printer and Affordable

MSLA

Under $1000

245 mm³

28 µm

Messy Post-Processing, Strong Resin Odor and Post-Processing Can Be Messy

9.6

8

8.5