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I can get one for a couple hundred. Is it worth it?

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[–] huskypenguin@sh.itjust.works 9 points 2 days ago (8 children)

I don't think so. It looks like it lacks ABL, and the time savings from a core XY with ABL or auto first layer are MASSIVE. Also your print quality increases exponentially.

Take a look at the FlashForge 5M if you want a budget auto first layer printer, or the Qidi line for a slightly more robust printer (but needs more manual intervention).

And if you'd like to focus on printing and not tinkering forever, get a Bambu. Any of them.

Avoid creality.

[–] dual_sport_dork@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

I second the Qidi recommendation. Both of mine have been champions thus far.

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