Where Can I 3D Print?
3D printers have become more and more accessible over the past decade, and many places have ways for people to learn and use 3D printer machines.
Makerspaces
Makerspaces are public spaces where people can come to learn and use different kinds of technologies for making things, such as 3D printing. While public makerspaces are somewhat obscure, the amount of these spaces has skyrocketed in the past few years. There’s a good chance a makerspace is near you!
Public Libraries
Everyone knows libraries for their books, but recently many public libraries have expanded to include mini-makerspaces in them. While library makerspaces usually aren’t as big as standalone makerspaces, they almost always have 3D printers available to use.
Family & Friends
As 3D printing technology gets more advanced, it also gets cheaper and more available to the public. Because of this, many people now have 3D printers right in their own homes. If you have any relatives who are big on technology, ask them about 3D printing. They might just have a printer for you to use!
Buying Your Own 3D Printer
If you want to take your 3D printing further and do it from home, there are plenty of options when it comes to buying a printer of your own.
Bambu Lab
Bambu Lab brand printers are the highest recommended printers from the SnapLab team. Bambu printers are easy to use, reliable, fast, long-lasting and relatively cheap compared to other 3D printers.
The Bambu A1 printer is a great printer for beginners. It is easy to assemble, easy to learn and costs roughly 250 - 350 USD.
Want to start with something a bit smaller? The Bambu A1 Mini is like its larger counterpart, just with a smaller print area and a lower price range, typically 219 - 300 USD.
Other Brands
While Bambu is our recommended brand, there are other good options for 3D printers on the market.
Creality Ender 3 V3 SE
200 - 250 USD
Elegoo neptune 4
175 - 275 USD