2025 Edition Professional 3D Printer Buyers Guide

Choosing the right 3D printer doesn't have to be difficult. Find the perfect printer for your application. This in-depth guide covers pricing, materials, dimensional accuracy, and more.
Download nowThe MakerBot Sketch Sprint introduces hands-on learning to every classroom. Featuring quick print speeds, intuitive design, and comprehensive support for teachers, it enables educators to effortlessly incorporate 3D printing into their curriculum.
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Founded in 1997, we bring next-generation technology to customers, with an emphasis on expertise and white-glove service. Showrooms in Chicago, Detroit, Tokyo, and Seoul.
The leading national supplier of Desktop 3D printers. Expertise in both Industrial and Desktop 3D printing. Supplier of next-generation Metal, SLS, ultrafast Industrial printers.
3D printing at the speed of innovation
The MakerBot Sketch Sprint sets a new standard in classroom productivity with its impressive print speed of 250 mm/s. That’s a 500% increase over the industry standard of 50 mm/s. This rapid speed allows educators to streamline their projects and maximize classroom time.
With the ability to produce high-quality prints faster than ever, teachers can effectively manage multiple assignments and engage students in hands-on learning experiences. Whether it’s for collaborative projects, prototypes, or demonstrations, the Sketch Sprint empowers educators to keep the momentum going in the classroom with minimal downtime.
Experience a safe and reliable 3D printing solution, designed for classrooms with advanced safety features and user-friendly operation, ensuring peace of mind for educators and students.
With MakerBot Sketch Sprint, educators and students gain access to resources that make 3D printing easy—from training and lesson plans to community support—ensuring success in the classroom.
Unlock the full potential of 3D printing in education with extensive resources and support systems.
Designed to equip teachers and students with the confidence and skills to tackle 3D printing head-on.
Join a community of educators sharing tips, projects, and advice to help make the most out of the Sketch Sprint in your classroom.
Digital Factory is your all-in-one platform for managing classroom 3D printing. Teachers can streamline student submissions with the Student Link Share tool, control multiple printers, and organize projects efficiently—all from any device.
Fused deposition modeling (FDM)
Single extrusion direct drive print head with replaceable extruder
220 x 220 x 220 mm (8.66 x 8.66 x 8.66 in)
200 micron
Up to 110 °C
Heated build plate
0.4 mm
MakerBot PLA, MakerBot Tough PLA
1.75 mm
452 x 400 x 466 mm (17.8 x 15.8 x 18.3 in)
22.26kg packaged
Digital Factory with Cura Cloud
Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz), LAN, USB port
MacOS, Windows, Chromebooks
Ideal for every skill level MakerBot Sketch is a solution that works for your classroom – whether it’s your first print, switching to a bigger printer, or scaling your 3D printer program.
Trusted by millions of users across 14 languages, UltiMaker Cura integrates with any workflow through UltiMaker Marketplace plugins. Scale production and digital distribution with UltiMaker Digital Factory.
Nurture design thinking Self paced, interactive training curriculum will prepare you and your students for 3D printing and building career skills that go beyond the classroom.
Begin with a platform that can serve the 3D printing needs of teachers in a single classroom or scale it across a whole school district.
Founded in 1997, we bring next-generation technology to customers, with an emphasis on expertise and white-glove service. Showrooms in Chicago, Detroit, Tokyo, and Seoul.
The leading national supplier of Desktop 3D printers. Expertise in both Industrial and Desktop 3D printing. Supplier of next-generation Metal, SLS, ultrafast Industrial printers.
2025 Edition Professional 3D Printer Buyers Guide
Choosing the right 3D printer doesn't have to be difficult. Find the perfect printer for your application. This in-depth guide covers pricing, materials, dimensional accuracy, and more.
Download now