Ultimaker S5 vs Glowforge Pro

Technical Specifications Comparison

• Printing Technology 💡

  The fundamental method used by the 3D printer to create objects

  Ultimaker S5

  • FDM

    The printing technology of Ultimaker S5 is FDM. FDM printers use melted plastic filament for layered object creation, offering versatility and affordability. Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Laser Cutter

    The printing technology of Glowforge Pro is Laser Cutter. Laser cutter printers use precise laser beams to cut and engrave materials, offering high accuracy. Click to see all.

• Build Volume 📏

  Defines the maximum size of objects that can be printed< measured in cubic millimeters or dimensions (length x width x height).

  Ultimaker S5

  • 330 mm³

    The build volume of Ultimaker S5 is 330.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • 300 mm³

    The build volume of Glowforge Pro is 300.  Click to see all.

• Build Volume Type 📈

  Classifies the 3D printer's build volume into categories based on size< ranging from small to extra large.

  Both*

  • Large (300-500Mm³)

    300-500mm³ build volume is ideal for printing large objects or multiple items simultaneously.

• Print Resolution 🔎

  Represents the minimum layer height a 3D printer can achieve< measured in micrometers (µm).

  Ultimaker S5

  • 20 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Ultimaker S5 is 20.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • 75 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Glowforge Pro is 75.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution Type 🎨

  Categorizes the 3D printer's print resolution capabilities< ranging from ultra-fine to standard.

  Ultimaker S5

  • Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm)

    The print resolution of Ultimaker S5 is classified as Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm). 3D printers capable of extremely fine layer heights between 10-20 microns. Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Fine (25-50Μm)

    The print resolution of Glowforge Pro is classified as Fine (25-50Μm). 3D printers capable of ultra-fine layer heights between 25-50 microns. Click to see all.

• Printing Materials 🧬

  Lists the types of filaments or materials compatible with the 3D printer.

  Ultimaker S5

  • PLA

    Ultimaker S5 can print with PLA. 3D printers designed to work with PLA, a biodegradable and easy-to-use material for various applications Click to see all.
  • ABS

    Ultimaker S5 can print with ABS. 3D printers optimized for printing with ABS filament. Click to see all.
  • Nylon

    Ultimaker S5 can print with Nylon. 3D printers designed to work with nylon filaments for producing strong and flexible parts Click to see all.
  • TPU

    Ultimaker S5 can print with TPU. 3D printers suitable for printing with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for flexible and durable objects Click to see all.
  • PC

    Ultimaker S5 can print with PC. 3D printers suitable for printing with polycarbonate (PC) material for tough and heat-resistant objects Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Wood

    Glowforge Pro can print with Wood. 3D printers designed to work with wood-filled materials for creating objects with a wood-like appearance and texture Click to see all.
  • Leather

    Glowforge Pro can print with Leather. 3D printers suitable for printing with leather-like filaments to create textured and flexible objects Click to see all.
  • Acrylic

    Glowforge Pro can print with Acrylic. 3D printers capable of printing with acrylic-based materials. Click to see all.