Category: Reviews
Every printer we review at Makers101 goes through the same process: real hardware, real prints, real time. We run each machine through a structured testing timeline covering print quality, speed, noise, reliability, multi-material performance, software, and community support — then cross-reference our findings with what real users report on Reddit and forums. No manufacturer-supplied results. No rushed first impressions. What you’ll find here are honest assessments of what a printer is actually like to own and use week after week, written for makers who want to know the truth before spending their money. Read our review methodology to see exactly how we test.
Creality Sermoon P1 3D Scanner: Specs, Price, Release Date, and Who It’s For (Updated 2026)
Creality Sermoon P1 3D Scanner – All-in-One Blue Laser & NIR Scanning System What It Is? The Creality Sermoon P1 is a next-generation all-in-one 3D scanner – essentially a handheld device that includes its own computing unit and display.…
SparkX i7 First Setup & First Print: Beginner Quick Start (Self-Check + Auto Leveling)
Get your SparkX i7 ready for its first print with a beginner-friendly quick start. Includes first-time self-check expectations, PLA loading (spool/PTFE or CFS Lite), auto leveling, first-layer checks, and fast fixes.
Creality SparkX i7: Beginner Guide (Specs, Price, CFS Lite, Updates)
SparkX i7 is the first 3D printer under Creality’s new “SparkX” brand. The early positioning is simple: fewer setup headaches, faster “first success,” and an optional multicolor bundle often labeled as an i7 Color Combo / CFS Lite package.…
Bambu Lab H2C Review: How the Vortek Hotend Switching System Changes Multi-Color FDM Forever
The content details the limitations of traditional multi-color FDM systems and highlights the Bambu Lab H2C printer, which utilizes hotend switching to eliminate waste and speed up color transitions. It describes how this technology improves print efficiency, color purity,…
Anycubic Kobra S1 Max Combo Review: Bold Specs, Big Promises — But Should You Trust It?
The Kobra S1 Max Combo is one of Anycubic’s most aggressive releases: 350mm CoreXY, up to 16 filaments, and high-temp materials in an enclosed chassis. We break down what’s real, what’s hype, and who should actually buy this machine.
Creality Sermoon S1 3D Scanner User Manual (PDF Download)
Download the official Creality Sermoon S1 3D scanner user manual (PDF). Includes setup guide, software instructions, and troubleshooting tips for new users.
