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xTool X1 Price (2026): $3,399 to $8,679 for Every Bundle, Plus Specs and SizeNew launchxTool X1 Price (2026): $3,399 to $8,679 for Every Bundle, Plus Specs and SizeThe xTool X1 opens for deposits on October 12 at a $3,399 launch price, with a $100 refundable deposit and shipping from…Updated October 31, 2026
Snapmaker U1 vs Bambu Lab P2S (2026): Toolchanger Speed vs Enclosed ReliabilityEditor’s pick this weekSnapmaker U1 vs Bambu Lab P2S (2026): Toolchanger Speed vs Enclosed ReliabilityThe U1 swaps four toolheads, the P2S purges through one nozzle. Compare measured times, waste, materials and price to see which fits…September 1, 2026
Bambu Lab X2D vs Prusa Core One (2026): Dual Nozzles vs Long-Term Ownership — Here’s the Real DifferenceComparisonBambu Lab X2D vs Prusa Core One (2026): Dual Nozzles vs Long-Term Ownership — Here’s the Real DifferenceX2D dual nozzles at $899 vs Core One long-term ownership at $1,199. Real data, clear verdict — here's which one actually fits…May 3, 2026

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Anycubic Kobra S1 Max vs Creality K2 Plus: Same Promises, Different Failure ModesSeptember 3, 2026Anycubic Kobra S1 Max vs Creality K2 Plus: Same Promises, Different Failure Modes
Snapmaker U1 vs Flashforge Creator 5: Which Toolchanger Should You Buy?August 25, 2026Snapmaker U1 vs Flashforge Creator 5: Which Toolchanger Should You Buy?
Bambu Lab P2S vs X2D Which One Should You Buy? (2026)April 17, 2026Bambu Lab P2S vs X2D Which One Should You Buy? (2026)
Bambu Lab X2D vs Flashforge Creator 5 (2026): Two Very Different Bets on Multi-Material PrintingJune 23, 2026Bambu Lab X2D vs Flashforge Creator 5 (2026): Two Very Different Bets on Multi-Material Printing
Bambu Lab X2D vs Snapmaker U1 (2026): Dual Nozzle vs Tool Changer — Which Should You Buy?April 19, 2026Bambu Lab X2D vs Snapmaker U1 (2026): Dual Nozzle vs Tool Changer — Which Should You Buy?
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-33%xTool M2 10W Color Craft Laser Engraver, with Full-Color CMYK Inkjet Printer, Built-in Dual Cameras, Class 1 Enclosed Safe Laser Engraving Machine for Wood, Leather, Felt, Fabric, Paper, DIY Crafts$599.00$899.00Save $300Check price on Amazon →View on Amazon
-30%ANYCUBIC Photon P1 14K Resin 3D Printer with Auto-Leveling | Stability Ball Screw, 14K Precision & LighTurbo 4.0, 8000cps Resin Compatible, Large Build Size 8.78x4.96x9.05in$549.99$789.99Save $240Check price on Amazon →View on Amazon
-29%xTool M2 10W Laser Engraver, Built-in Dual Cameras, Class 1 Enclosed Safe Laser Engraving Machine for Home DIY Craft on Wood, Leather, Felt, Fabric, Paper$499.00$699.00Save $200Check price on Amazon →View on Amazon
-28%Anycubic Kobra X Multicolor 3D Printer, Easy Setup, Native 4-Color | Up 19 Color, 600mm/s Fast 3D Printing, AI Camera, Quiet 45dB, 260mm³, FDM for Beginners Family Makers Professional$329.99$459.99Save $130Check price on Amazon →View on Amazon
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  1. Bambu Lab AMS 3P Leak Shows a Seven-Spool Unit on Top of the P3C, Rated at 24V and 1ABambu Lab AMS 3P Leak Shows a Seven-Spool Unit on Top of the P3C, Rated at 24V and 1AOctober 30, 2026
  2. eSUN eBOX Plus Lists at $149.99: Four Spools at 80°C, 10°C Past the SUNLU S4eSUN eBOX Plus Lists at $149.99: Four Spools at 80°C, 10°C Past the SUNLU S4October 29, 2026
  3. Prusa HT Hotend Is Out at $199.99: 400°C for Core One Printers, but the Chamber Still Tops Out at 60°CPrusa HT Hotend Is Out at $199.99: 400°C for Core One Printers, but the Chamber Still Tops Out at 60°COctober 28, 2026
  4. Elegoo M1 Ultra 3D Scanner Price: $1,699, or $1,599 Early Bird, $600 Under the Sermoon P1SElegoo M1 Ultra 3D Scanner Price: $1,699, or $1,599 Early Bird, $600 Under the Sermoon P1SOctober 28, 2026
  5. Creality HALOT-X1 Max Is Now $1,799: 3.4x the HALOT-X1’s Volume for 3.8x the PriceCreality HALOT-X1 Max Is Now $1,799: 3.4x the HALOT-X1’s Volume for 3.8x the PriceOctober 27, 2026

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Best 3D Printer Filament in 2026: Tested Picks by Type, Use, and BudgetBuying guideBest 3D Printer Filament in 2026: Tested Picks by Type, Use, and BudgetThe best 3D printer filament by type, use, and budget. Tested picks for PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, nylon, and carbon fiber, plus what brand…
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Carverall X1Pro (JL9) Review: Unboxing and Cutting Tests (2026)Hands-on testCarverall X1Pro (JL9) Review: Unboxing and Cutting Tests (2026)
Diode vs CO2 vs IR Laser: Which One Should You Actually Buy? (2026)ComparisonDiode vs CO2 vs IR Laser: Which One Should You Actually Buy? (2026)
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Creality Pika vs Revopoint POP 4: Which Pocket 3D Scanner Should You Actually Buy? (2026)3D scanningCreality Pika vs Revopoint POP 4: Which Pocket 3D Scanner Should You Actually Buy? (2026)
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