Are This Week’s 3D Printer Deals Worth It?
This week’s 3D printer deals combine budget 3D printers and premium models at record-low prices, offering beginners and experienced makers a rare chance to upgrade without overspending, thanks to deep discounts on FDM and resin machines plus a standout mid-range bundle that adds multi-material support and free filament for extra value. Overall verdict: yes, these are strong 3D printer sales if you buy the right model for your skill level and projects. The best pure bargain is the Flashforge Adventurer 5M at about USD 155 (approx. ₱8,700) for a fast CoreXY starter machine. The most balanced buy is the Bambu Lab P1S Combo at USD 499.99 (approx. ₱28,000) with free Tough+ filaments, undercutting rival offers while adding multi-colour AMS support. Premium shoppers should look at Anycubic’s Kobra X and Photon P1, both carrying up to 35% off for high-precision printing.
Flashforge Adventurer 5M: Best Budget 3D Printer Under USD 200
If you want the cheapest sensible way into 3D printing, the Flashforge Adventurer 5M is the deal to beat right now. It’s on sale from the brand’s official store on AliExpress for USD 154.62 (approx. ₱8,700) with free delivery after coupon code “SBUS23,” a major drop compared with its typical USD 227 (approx. ₱12,800) price on other retailers. According to one review, “The Adventurer 5M offers great performance at an outstanding budget price” and is among the best options below USD 150 (approx. ₱8,400). You get a CoreXY structure usually reserved for pricier models, an open bed with roughly 8.7-inch cubed build volume, and up to 600mm/s print speed with 20,000mm/s² acceleration. The high-flow nozzle can reach 280°C and heat to 200°C in about 35 seconds, so PLA and PETG are easy, and higher-temp filaments are possible with the optional enclosure kit.
Mid-Range Sweet Spot: Bambu Lab P1S and P1S Combo Discounts
For a step up from entry-level gear, Bambu Lab discounts on the P1S line are the standout mid-range 3D printer deals this week. The standard P1S is back to its record-low USD 399.99 (approx. ₱22,400), down from USD 699 (approx. ₱39,200), giving you a fully enclosed CoreXY printer with automatic bed leveling, fast 20,000 mm/s² acceleration, and a built-in timelapse camera that can be set up in roughly 15 minutes. “USD 399 is (so far) the floor for the P1S’ price,” making this a historically strong offer. If you want multi-colour and multi-material printing, the Best Buy flash sale on the P1S AMS Combo is better value: USD 499.99 (approx. ₱28,000), down from a typical USD 599 (approx. ₱33,600), plus two Tough+ filament spools worth USD 24 (approx. ₱1,350) each. That’s USD 147 (approx. ₱8,250) in combined savings versus list pricing, and it beats rival listings that omit the free filament.
Premium 3D Printer Sales: Anycubic Kobra X and Photon P1
If you want higher-end hardware without paying full flagship prices, this week’s Anycubic 3D printer sales are appealing. The Anycubic Kobra X, a recommended choice for newcomers seeking strong print quality, carries up to 35% off at one major retailer depending on the bundle you pick. Direct from the manufacturer, the Kobra X (without the Ace Pro add-on) is discounted by 28%, dropping from USD 399 (approx. ₱22,400) to USD 289 (approx. ₱16,200), and a checkout code can trim another USD 10 (approx. ₱560) when using a specified payment method. That positions it as a capable, slightly more advanced FDM option than ultra-budget models. On the resin side, Anycubic’s flagship Photon P1 is over USD 100 (approx. ₱5,600) off when you buy the dual printing kit at the same retailer, bringing high-detail resin output to a lower price point for hobbyists who want miniatures, props, or precision parts without full professional costs.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the Flashforge Adventurer 5M if you want the cheapest reliable starter 3D printer with fast CoreXY motion and minimal tuning at around USD 155 (approx. ₱8,700).
- Skip the Flashforge Adventurer 5M if you need a fully enclosed chamber out of the box rather than an optional add-on kit or DIY enclosure.
- Buy the Bambu Lab P1S Combo if you want a mid-range enclosed printer with AMS for multi-colour projects, plus free Tough+ filaments and USD 147 (approx. ₱8,250) in savings.
- Skip the Bambu Lab P1S Combo if you never plan to use multi-material printing and would rather save money with the cheaper single-spool P1S deal.
- Buy the Bambu Lab P1S if you want a fast, enclosed all-rounder at its current record-low USD 399.99 (approx. ₱22,400) and don’t need AMS from day one.
- Skip the Bambu Lab P1S if you are on a tight budget and would prefer a sub-USD 200 (approx. ₱11,200) starter printer like the Adventurer 5M.
- Buy the Anycubic Kobra X if you want a refined FDM printer with better print quality than basic budget models and value the 28–35% discount from USD 399 (approx. ₱22,400).
- Skip the Anycubic Kobra X if you mainly print small, ultra-detailed figures and would be better served by the discounted Photon P1 resin kit.
- Buy the Anycubic Photon P1 if precision resin output is your priority and the USD 100-plus (approx. ₱5,600) discount makes resin printing finally affordable for you.
- Skip the Photon P1 if you dislike resin workflows (messy cleanup, ventilation needs) and would rather stick with enclosed FDM printers like the P1S.
