Top 10 3D printers as reviewed by Make: magazine

Make: magazine recently did a comprehensive review of 26 different 3D printers.

It chose 10 printers as Standouts:

1. Best in shootout print quality / overall winner: Ultimaker 2
2. Thin wallet win: Printrbot Simple Metal
3. Most maker machine: Lulzbot Taz 4
4. Feature packed: Replicator 5th Generation
5. Happy mediums: Zortrax and Ditto Pro
6. Rookie of the year: BEE THE FIRST
7. Smart software integration: Deltamaker
8. Reliable performer: Afinia Up Plus 2 (a.k.a. Up Plus 2)
9. Most upgradable: Ultimaker Original+

We’ve personally tested a number of these machines and have had the best overall experience with the Afinia/Up printers using ABS plastic (especially using the Zortrax filament).

Buy your copy of the Make: 42 Annual 3D Printing Guide.