MakerBot Replicator vs. Original Prusa i3

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
MakerBot Replicator
Score 8.0 out of 10
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MakerBot headquartered in Brooklyn offers 3D printers. The MakerBot Replicator+ is a desktop 3D printer is engineered for fast and reliable 3D printing.
$2,099
Original Prusa i3
Score 9.8 out of 10
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Prusa Research is a Czech company founded by Josef Prusa making open source desktop 3D printers. The Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ is the latest version of their 3D printers, an upgraded version of the MK3S with a SuperPINDA probe for improved first layer calibration, added high-quality Misumi bearings and made various useful design tweaks.
$749
one-time fee
Pricing
MakerBot ReplicatorOriginal Prusa i3
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
MakerBot ReplicatorOriginal Prusa i3
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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User Ratings
MakerBot ReplicatorOriginal Prusa i3
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
(1 ratings)
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Usability
9.0
(1 ratings)
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User Testimonials
MakerBot ReplicatorOriginal Prusa i3
Likelihood to Recommend
MakerBot Industries, LLC
well suited in the classroom for students, a person knowledgeable of device then they can make their own designs. Not suited for younger kids
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Prusa Research
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Pros
MakerBot Industries, LLC
  • finished files fast
  • setup is clean and organized
  • easy to use
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Prusa Research
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Cons
MakerBot Industries, LLC
  • after some use, feeder starts to get plugged
  • Better access to parts
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Prusa Research
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Usability
MakerBot Industries, LLC
MakerBot Replicator is easy to use along with their software. Putting materials in or working on, it's an easy to use product.
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Prusa Research
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Return on Investment
MakerBot Industries, LLC
  • work was completed faster
  • costed more for material
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Prusa Research
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