Creality · FDM

Creality Ender 3 V3 SE

Best budget printer. Auto-leveling and direct drive at under $220 make it the top pick for getting started.

beginnersbudget
$218
Overall Score8
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PrintPick Scores

Value
10
Beginner
9
Print Quality
7
Speed
6
Reliability
8

Pros

  • +Unbeatable price
  • +Auto-leveling works well
  • +Direct drive handles TPU
  • +Huge community support

Cons

  • -Slower than CoreXY machines
  • -Open frame
  • -No WiFi or camera
  • -Manual firmware updates

Specifications

Build Volume220 x 220 x 250 mm
Layer Resolution0.05mm - 0.35mm
Max Print Speed250 mm/s
Weight7.8 kg
TypeFDM (Filament)
FeaturesAuto bed leveling, Direct drive extruder, PEI build plate

Our Verdict

If your budget is under $250 and you want to learn 3D printing with a machine that just works, this is the one. Massive community means help is always a Google search away.

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