Creality · FDM

Creality Ender 3 V3

The budget speed demon. CoreXZ kinematics with Klipper firmware for under $300.

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$289
Overall Score8.4
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PrintPick Scores

Value
9
Beginner
9
Print Quality
8
Speed
8
Reliability
8

Pros

  • +CoreXZ at a budget price
  • +600mm/s max speed
  • +Klipper firmware pre-installed
  • +Good upgrade from V3 SE

Cons

  • -No WiFi
  • -No enclosure
  • -Creality's software ecosystem less polished than Bambu

Specifications

Build Volume220 x 220 x 250 mm
Layer Resolution0.05mm - 0.35mm
Max Print Speed600 mm/s
Weight8.6 kg
TypeFDM (Filament)
FeaturesCoreXZ, Auto bed leveling, Direct drive, PEI build plate, Klipper firmware

Our Verdict

Best pick if you want speed on a budget and don't need Bambu's polished app experience. A serious step up from the V3 SE.

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