Best Value
At a glance
Creality · FDM (filament)
- Score
- 8.4/10
- Rank
- #15/51
- Build
- 12.1 L
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Layer
- 0.05 mm
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Creality Ender 3 V3
- Scores 8.4 out of 10, #15 of 51 current FDM printers.
- 12.1 L of build space (220×220×250 mm), 0.6× the 21.6 L average.
- Best at value: 9/10, against an average of 8.5.
- The catch: No WiFi means you're walking to the printer with a USB stick.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
By Shadman Rahman · Prices checked
The verdict
Buy the Ender 3 V3. 8.4/10, #15 of 51 FDM printers.
If you want real speed on a real budget and you're not precious about WiFi or a camera, this is the answer. It's a meaningful step up from the V3 SE and doesn't cost much more.
Why buy the Ender 3 V3
- #5 of 51Top 5 FDM printers for beginner-friendliness9/10 vs 7.4/10 average
- #10 of 51Top 10 FDM printers for value9/10 vs 8.5/10 average
- #15 of 51Top 15 FDM printers for overall score8.4/10 vs 8.1/10 average
The numbers behind it
Right side is the average of the 51 current FDM printers we track. Teal wins the row.
Ender 3 V3Creality · FDM
vsAverage51 FDM printers
| Ender 3 V3 | Spec | Average of 51 |
|---|---|---|
| 12.1 L | Build volume | 21.6 L (wins) |
| 600 mm/s (wins) | Top speed | 476 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.054 mm |
| 8.6 kg | Weight | 14.7 kg |
Scores out of 10
| Ender 3 V3 | Spec | Average of 51 |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (wins) | Value | 8.5 |
| 9 (wins) | Beginner | 7.4 |
| 8 | Print quality | 8.4 (wins) |
| 8 (wins) | Speed | 7.9 |
| 8 | Reliability | 8.1 (wins) |
| 8.4 (wins) | Overall | 8.1 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 220 × 220 × 250 mmEnder 3 V3
- 450 × 450 × 470 mmCR-M4, largest current FDM
What owners say
Klipper at this price point is a game changer. This is what the Ender 3 should have always been.
Modbot (YouTube)Huge upgrade from my V3 SE. Speed difference alone is worth it.
r/Creality
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +CoreXZ architecture at this price is genuinely absurd value
- +Klipper comes pre-installed, no flashing required
- +600mm/s keeps up with machines twice the price
- +Upgrade path is wide open: Klipper means the community has covered everything
Cons
- −No WiFi means you're walking to the printer with a USB stick
- −No enclosure: ABS will warp, ABS will warp, ABS will warp
- −Creality's own software is clunky; Bambu Studio is just better
Full specs
| Build volume | 220 × 220 × 250 mm |
|---|---|
| Layer resolution | 0.05 to 0.35 mm |
| Top speed | 600 mm/s |
| Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Type | FDM (filament) |
Features
- CoreXZ
- Auto bed leveling
- Direct drive
- PEI build plate
- Klipper firmware
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
- ELEGOO PLA filament, 1kgThe easy filament to start on. Prints at low temperatures and warps less.
- ELEGOO PETG filament, 1kgTougher and more heat tolerant than PLA, for parts that get handled or sit in the sun.
- SUNLU filament dryer S1 PlusWet filament causes stringing and rough surfaces. A dryer fixes that before you blame the printer.
In our guides (5)
Where the Ender 3 V3 makes the cut, and what it beats.
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comparisonEnder 3 V3 vs V3 SE: Upgrade or Save?Read the guide 
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the build volume of the Creality Ender 3 V3?
The Creality Ender 3 V3 has a build volume of 220 x 220 x 250 mm.
Is the Creality Ender 3 V3 good for beginners?
The Creality Ender 3 V3 scores 9/10 for beginner-friendliness. It's a great choice for beginners.
What are the pros and cons of the Creality Ender 3 V3?
Pros: CoreXZ architecture at this price is genuinely absurd value. Klipper comes pre-installed, no flashing required. 600mm/s keeps up with machines twice the price. Upgrade path is wide open: Klipper means the community has covered everything. Cons: No WiFi means you're walking to the printer with a USB stick. No enclosure: ABS will warp, ABS will warp, ABS will warp. Creality's own software is clunky; Bambu Studio is just better.
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