Choosing a 3D Printer: A Closer Look at 5 Models on the Market

The number of 3D printers on the market has increased exponentially in recent years, giving anyone access to machines of different brands and price ranges available, making a wide range of printing technologies accessible, including FDM, SLA, SLS, and PBF. And 2025 has been a particularly prolific year in this respect. Indeed, there have been numerous anticipations and revelations of new 3D printers that have stirred both the industrial sector and maker community. That is why, today, we will introduce you to the five printers that have broken into the additive manufacturing market this year. If you are undecided on which printer to buy to bring your projects to life, this article is here to help.

H2D 3D Printer – Bambu Lab

On March 25, the long-awaited new 3D printer from Bambu Lab was finally officially unveiled. What’s exciting about it? Well, the H2D goes beyond a simple 3D printer and also features tools for laser engraving and laser cutting, thus providing creative professionals with an all-round device. This is why the H2D is also equipped with a 455 nm laser in either 10 W or 40 W. Furthermore, the device also impresses with its functions and innovations related to 3D printing. The printer has a volume of 250 x 320 x 325 mm and a dual nozzle system. The hotend can be heated up to 350° and the maximum printing speed is 1000 mm/s. The range of materials has also been extended. It is also possible to print carbon fiber or glass fiber reinforced filaments. The functions of the device can be controlled remotely via the cloud, which makes it even more user-friendly. Another highlight is the revised AMS. This tool for drying, storing and feeding filaments now has servo motors. These further accelerate printing and ensure fast results.

Image Credits: Bambu Lab

S8 – UltiMaker

Another new 3D printer to highlight this month is the UltiMaker S8. According to the manufacturer, this machine boasts four times higher productivity as compared to the previous machine as well as improved quality, thanks to the new UltiMaker Cheetah motion planner. This provides increased speed thanks to an integrated accelerometer, a new feeding system, and improved firmware. The dual FDM printhead design allows any two materials, including composites, to be combined with minimal material waste and high reliability. In terms of specifications, among others, the machine features: a print volume of 330 x 240 x 300 mm, a dimensional accuracy of ± 0.15 mm ± 0.15 percent, extrusion speeds of up to 35 mm3/s, and nozzles of 0.25 millimeter, 0.4 millimeter, 0.6 millimeter, and 0.8 millimeter.