If you’ve been thinking about investing a 3D printer or you’re ready to upgrade to a newer model, there’s a 3D printer out there for your needs and your budget this Black Friday. All the best 3D printers have advanced features that make the process easier, and even entry-level printers can produce quality prints these days because the improvements in tech keep coming.
Whether it’s for yourself or you’re looking to give one as a gift this holiday season, check out the models below to see which one is right for you. I’ll be keeping this list updated throughout the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals extravaganza, so be sure to check back every few days.
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3D printing accessories
It’s not just the 3D printers themselves that are on sale. It’s often the accessories and materials, too. While the savings aren’t as drastic — around $10 savings, maybe — these add up over time when you have to buy a lot of materials for your projects.
Should you buy a 3D printer on Black Friday?
Short answer: Yes.
Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to buy a 3D printer, as all of the major players have large sales. While there aren’t always huge discounts on this year’s models, the last generation will see heavy cuts to reduce stock. Companies such as Elegoo and Anycubic can be relied upon to have large sales across the weeks leading up to Black Friday, and newer companies like AnkerMake and Bambu Lab are rumored to have them coming soon.
Where is the best place for Black Friday 3D printer deals?
Amazon is going to be the best place for most deals, though not all. Amazon offers two-day shipping and extra discounts for Prime members (sometimes), so you can often get your new 3D printer shipped to you faster. The manufacturer’s website is also a good place to find excellent deals, often with better discounts than you can get at Amazon. The downside is it can take longer for the products to reach your door.
Last but not least, here in the US, Matterhackers.com has some good discounts on higher-end machines, materials, laser cutters and CnC machines. Matterhackers also has a price match guarantee so if you find a product that’s available for cheaper somewhere else, it will match that price.
What makes a good Black Friday 3D printer deal?
Remember, a product’s list price doesn’t always tell you the real value, especially as retailers have started offering Day 1 deals on products. Often the list price is artificially inflated to make the deal look more attractive, so you’ll want to check around and see what the true value of a product is.
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