5 Best 3D printers for educators

High-Quality Components, Easy To Use, Compact Design, Compact Size, High Quality For Price and Prusa Support

FDM

Under 500

~

50 µm

Beginners, Educators and Hobbyists

Small Build Volume, Limited Material Compatibility and Limited Material Versatility

9

9.5

9

Enclosed Chamber With HEPA Filter, High Reliability, Educational Resources, User-Friendly, Enclosed Design, Reliable Performance, Reliable, Easy To Use and HEPA Filter

FDM

Under 2000

~

50 µm

Educators & Professionals

Expensive, Limited Build Volume For Price, Limited Material Options, Expensive Proprietary Filaments and Limited Build Volume

8.5

9.5

9.5

Enclosed Printing Chamber, Dual Extruder Capability, Sturdy Metal Frame, Large Build Volume, Dual Extruder, Enclosed Design and Enclosed Chamber

FDM

Under 1000

~

100 µm

Intermediate Users, Small Businesses, Educators and Makers

Heavy And Bulky, Limited Community Support, Heavy and Steep Learning Curve

8.5

8

8.5

Versatile (3D Printing Laser Engraving And CNC Carving), High-Quality Linear Modules, User-Friendly Touchscreen, 3-In-1 Machine (3D Printing CNC Laser), Modular Design, High Precision and 3-In-1 Machine

FDM

Under 1500

~

50 µm

Hobbyists, Makers, Small Businesses and Educators

Steep Learning Curve, Slower Print Speeds For Complex Models, Expensive For Single Function, Smaller Community, Expensive and Slower Than Dedicated Printers

8.5

7

8

Fully Enclosed, Removable Build Plate, Quiet Operation, Fully Enclosed Design, Removable Heated Bed and Built-In Camera

FDM

Under 500

150 mm³

100 µm

Beginners, Schools and Educators

Small Build Volume & Limited Material Compatibility

7.5

9

8