The Best 3D Printers Under $200 in 2024
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Are you looking to get into 3D printing without breaking the bank?
You’re fortunate!
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll look at the best 3D printers under $200, ensuring you get both quality and value.
These affordable options have something for everyone, whether you’re a hobbyist, educator, or entrepreneur.
The Best 3D Printers Under $200
Official Creality Ender 3 3D Printer Fully Open Source with Resume Printing Function DIY 3D Printers Printing Size 8.66x8.66x9.84 inch
$169.00 in stock
Features
- Resume Printing Function: Ender 3 has the ability to resume printing even after a power outage or lapse occurs.
- Easy and Qucik Assembly: It comes with several assembled parts, you only need about 2 hours to assemble 20 nuts well.
- Advanced Extruder Technology: Upgraded extruder greatly reduces plugging risk and bad extrustion; V-shape with POM wheels make it move noiseless, smoothly and durable.
- Safety Protected Power Supply: Only needs 5 minutes for hot bed to reach 100 degree.
- Strict Test: Strict testing for key components before delivery and life-time technical supports available.
ELEGOO Neptune 3 Pro FDM 3D Printer with Auto Bed Leveling, Dual-Gear Direct Extruder, Dual Lead Screw Drive, Removable Capacitive Screen, 8.85x8.85x11in Large Printing Size
Features
- 【Overview of Neptune 3 Pro】225x225x280mm/8.85x8.85x11 inch market mainstream printing size can meet the needs of most users. With an STM32 motherboard, all axes of ELEGOO Neptune 3 Pro are driven by silent stepper motors for quieter and more precise movement during printing, which reduces the noise as low as 47-48dB. The easy-to-setup printer comes with the main components pre-assembled, as well as a complete tool kit for quick installation.
- 【Dual-Gear Direct Extruder】The new dual-gear direct drive extruder is made of SUS303 high-quality stainless steel with a 3:1 reduction ratio and stronger extrusion force for smoother filament feeding and more stable & accurate printing, which greatly reduces nozzle clogging and under-extrusion issues, printing effect is better than Bowden extruder. Compatible with multiple filaments such as PLA, TPU, PETG, and ABS.
- 【Nozzle Kit for Better Printing Effect】The nozzle kit contains a TC4 titanium alloy throat pipe, an aluminum alloy flat heat sink structure, and a brass nozzle.The widened aluminum heat sink paired with the front close-fitting efficient cooling fan for a better heat dissipation effect and lower the temperature of the throat pipe, thereby reducing the possibility of nozzle clogging.
- 【Smarter Printing Experience】Auto mesh bed leveling adopts a non-contact high precision sensor to automatically scan 36 (6x6) points of the hotbed and collect data in real-time, and then adjust the Z-axis height to compensate for any irregularities and unevenness of the printing platform. (Only applicable to metal printing platforms) Smart resume printing: the printer will auto-pause when the filament runs out or breaks, and you can resume printing after a power outage.
- 【More Stable Printing】The Z-axis with dual synchronized lead screws and dual-motor drive for more stable movement of the print head and higher printing accuracy, avoiding the printing deviation driven by a single Z-axis lead screw motor. The 4-wheel V-guide rail pulley is made of POM with more stable movement, low noise, wear resistance, and longer service life.
ANYCUBIC 4K+ Resin 3D Printer, Photon Mono 2 LCD 3D Printer with 6.6'' HD Mono Screen, High Precision & Protective Film, Print Volume 6.49'' x 5.62'' x 3.5'', Beginner Friendly
Features
- 【6.6'' 4K+ Monochrome LCD】ANYCUBIC Photon Mono 2 adopts a 6.6inch 4k+ monochrome LCD screen with a HD resolution of 4096*2560, which can better restore 3d printing models and present more subtle details. The ultra-large scratch-resistant screen protector helps to prevent screen scratches and resin penetration. With up to 95% light transmittance, it can fully protect the LCD screen while ensuring printing accuracy.
- 【Larger Print Volume】ANYCUBIC Photon Mono 2 resin 3d printer has a printing size of 143x89x165 mm/5.6” x 3.5” x 6.5”, 20% larger than Photon Mono 4K, the exposure time of single-layer printing is shortened to 1.5s-3s, greatly saving your time and improving printing efficiency. Photon Mono 2 providing users with more space and freedom to create freely.
- 【Upgraded LighTurbo Matrix】The upgraded LighTurbo matrix adopts a high-precision texturing optical lens, provides a stable and uniform parallel light source, thus effectively reducing the layer lines and eliminating grid lines. Therefore, Photon Mono 2 resin 3d printer can make the model details more vivid and make the model surface delicate and smooth.
- 【Photon Workshop Slicer 3.0】Anycubic's newly self-developed Photon Workshop 3.0 slicing software will be included with the purchased Photon Mono 2 resin printer, which is free to use permanently. It has enhanced and upgraded core features such as slicing, punching, support adding, shells extracting and model arrangement. It also adds various features , such as model repair, significantly improving the slicing efficiency and printing success rate.
- 【Laser-engraved Build Plate】Mono 2 is equipped with a laser engraved platform, which has excellent flatness that can increase model adhesion, making the 3d model hard to drop and warp. When printing on Photon Mono 2 using different resins, it’s recommended to match the corresponding printing parameters, helping you experience a higher printing success rate.
Voxelab 3D Printer Aquila S3, 200mm/s High Speed Printing with 25-point Intelligent Leveling, All-Metal Dual-Gear Direct Drive Extruder with 300℃ High-Temp Hardened Nozzle, Print Size 220*220*240mm
Features
- 【More Possibilities for Creation】Equipped with an upgraded hardened nozzle that can with stand temperatures up to 300°C, allowing you to choose from a wider variety of filaments such as ABS, PETG, PA, PLA, TPU and wood.
- 【All-Metal Direct Drive Extruder】With the newly upgraded direct extruder's thrust up to 70N, the extruder achieves smooth filament feeding and outfeed with no slippage, which is very effective when printing flexible sheet materials such as TPU.
- 【PEI Spring Steel Platform】The innovative printing platform is a combination of PC coating, spring steel sheet and magnetic stickers that stick to the surface immediately after release. the PEl coating brings excellent adhesion and the printed model can be easily removed by bending the printing sheet.
- 【25-Point Auto Leveling】Aquila S3 is equipped with proximity sensor, 25 points auto leveling can be done quickly and compensate the printing height of the points on the hot bed. Good efficiency and save your operation time.
- 【Warranty and Service】All Voxelab 3d printers are provided lifetime technical assistance and a one-year warranty. If you have any questions regarding product operation or software please feel free to contact us.
ELEGOO Mars 4 MSLA 3D Printer with 7-Inch 9K Monochrome LCD, Printing Size of 6.04x3.06x6.89 Inches
Features
- 【Large Build Volume】The 153.36x77.76x175 mm³/6.04x3.06x6.89 inch build volume provides you with enough space for daily creations without sacrificing printing accuracy.
- 【7-Inch 9K Mono LCD】Mars 4 boasts a 7-inch 9K mono LCD that boasts an impressive 8520x4320 resolution and 18μm XY resolution, enabling you to print crisp and intricate models every time with every detail of your model accurately rendered.
- 【COB Light Source】The Mars 4 uses a powerful COB light source that uniformly exposes the beam of 405nm wavelength across the entire LCD, ensuring that your prints are consistent and accurate.
- 【Laser-Carved Build Plate】The build plate has a laser-carved surface that provides excellent adhesion and ensures that models stick to the build plate during printing to improve the printing success rate.
- 【Upgraded Air Purifier】The upgraded plug-in air purifier has a plastic protective case to protect the built-in activated carbon filter, effectively reducing resin odor during printing.
Official Creality Ender 3 V2 Neo 3D Printer with CR Touch Auto Leveling PC Spring Steel Platform Full-Metal Extruder 95% Pre-Installed 3D Printers Resume Print and Model Preview 8.66*8.66*9.84 inch
Features
- 1.Easy Assembly: Compared to Ender-3 V2, this Ender-3 V2 Neo printer is pre-installed, and the assembly requires only 3 steps. Friendly enough to users and beginners in assembly process, which will save much time. It is convenient for customers to install it in quick way, more efficient.
- 2.CR Touch Auto Bed Leveling: Upgraded CR Touch 16-point automatic bed leveling technology saves you in the trouble of manual leveling. Easy to use, the intelligent leveling system can automatically compensate for the printing height of different points of the hot bed. It saves much more time for customers in long-time leveling adjustment, quickly finish the leveling process.
- 3.Brand New 4.3 Inch UI User Interface: The upgraded UI adds a model preview function, making it easier to observe the printing shape and progress for customers. Which is convenient for you to know about the model status. Also, it supports nine languages for different customers demand.
- 4.PC spring steel magnetic build plate: Different from ender 3, ender 3 pro and ender 3 v2, this new-released FDM 3d printer comes with a removable PC spring steel magnetic build plate. The innovative printing platform is a combination of a PC coating, a spring steel sheet and a magnetic sticker, which sticks to the surface immediately when released. The PC coating brings good adhesion for filament, and the finished models can be easily removed by bending the print sheet.
- 5.Silent Motherboard: The mainboard is 4.2.2 version but it is silent mainboard which is different from ender 3 mainboard. This Ender-3 V2 Neo equipped with self-developed silent motherboard, which has stronger anti-interference, faster and more stable motion performance, silent printing and low decibel operation, create a quiet environment.The extruder is upgraded to full-metal extruder, which has greater extrusion force and is more durable, reducing the risk of nozzle blockage.
Entina Mini 3D Printers Tina 2, Fully Assembled and Auto Leveling 3D Printer for Beginners, Removable Magnetic Platform, High Precision Printing with PLA/PLA Pro/TPU, Size 3.9x4.7x3.9 inch
$159.99 in stock
Features
- [3D Printer for Beginners] Out of the box,completely assembled, Speedy Printing –The 3d printer is super easy to use and does not require a complex setup, you can start the first print within minutes!
- [Auto Leveling & Magnetic Platform] The small 3d printer does not need manual leveling, the intelligent leveling system can automatically adjust the uneven bed, thus realizing one-touch leveling and printing. With flexible and removable magnetic build plate, you can remove the models easily.
- [Dual Z-axis Rails] High-precision printing is the most outstanding feature of Tina2. The dual Z-axis design makes the auto leveling 3D printers run more stable, which greatly improving the printing details and precision. Ideal for beginners DIY Kinds of Craft.
- [Compact Design] This is lightweight and minimalist desktop 3D printers, the mini 3D printer size is 8.3''x8.3''x11.4'', weight is 3kg. Light weight and portable design make it perfect for home use, classrooms, offices and door rooms. The build volume is 100x120x100mm.
- [Ready to Print] Equipped with 2.4" LCD screen and Wiibulider slicer software makes it easy to conduct offline printing using the MicroSD Card. The 3-d printer supports resume printing after suffering unexpected power outages or your stopping printing.If you have any questions during your use, you can contact us at any time, we will serve you wholeheartedly.
Official Creality Ender 3 3D Printer Fully Open Source with Resume Printing All Metal Frame FDM DIY Printers with Resume Printing Function 220x220x250mm
$169.00 in stock
Features
- RESUME PRINTING FUNCTION: Creality Ender-3 3d printer equipped with super quiet printing designing, with smooth adjustable pulley, and if power is accidentally cut off during printing, accurate printing can be continued after power is switched on.With the power supply protection device and resume printing function, no need to worry about the accidental outage, avoiding the waste of filaments.
- EASY AND QUICK ASSEMBLY: Creality Ender 3 for begainers enables DIY enthusiasts to assemble the machine themselve within 2 hours and have fun. And compact size is quite convenient to carry away
- QUALITY V-PROFILE: Creality Ender 3 3d printer for homeuse adopts an innovative V-profile and pulley for stable running, featuring by low noise, wear resistance and a longer service life.
- STABLE PRINTING ADVANCED CONFIGURATION: CNC machining of the Y-rail mounting groove to make sure precise positioning and keep the solid frame with the high-precision printing quality. And big hand twist nut makes the print platform easier to level.
- Strict Test: Strict testing for key components before delivery and life-time technical supports available.