6 Easy-to-Use and Affordable 3D Printers for Cosplay That Help You Make the Perfect Costume

This seems like the right place to kick off this review. The Creality CR-10S 3D Printer is a popular choice amongst Cosplay enthusiasts because of its attractive price point and its convenient large build capacity.

Coming in at 15.7″ x 11.8″ x 11.8″ making props and other cosplay accessories will never be easier. Even more, the printer comes preassembled with a filament run-out sensor that will automatically pause your print any time your filament runs out.

Plus, the printer utilizes the Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) technology that uses continuous filament via a spool. With it, you can forget the pain that comes with losing power during a print session, especially when doing the large prints. Its resume function will allow you to pick up from where you left.

The only downside to this printer is that it will give you great quality prints but will not capture the fine details. Its build plate can also get a little uneven, forcing you to put in a bit more work in leveling the bed.

What we liked: The printer’s filament run-out sensor and resume functionality are a huge plus. It is also fairly priced for its large build size not to mention its compatibility with 10 different printing materials.

What could be better: You will have a hard time leveling the printer’s bed as its build plate gets uneven at times.

3D printers with a huge build volume are notorious for hefty price tags. You have to dig deep into your pockets for the privilege of owning one. Luckily there are a few savior models like the ANYCUBIC Chiron Semi-auto Leveling 3D Printer that defy that norm. You will spend less than 500 bucks and still get a wide range of features found on other high-end models.

The most distinguishing feature of this printer is its enormous build volume. With 15.75” x 15.75” x 17.72” you can easily work on large scale models. Plus, its printing platform is compatible with so many filaments.

Even more, the printer features a full-color touch display with an intuitive user interface on which you can control your printer’s settings and easily operate it.

Also featured is a filament sensor that alerts you whenever you run out of filament or if it breaks amid printing. You will also get to enjoy high print accuracy between 0.002 and 0.012 inches thanks to the printer’s short distance extruder that allows you to easily pry melted filaments off the cold platform.

What we like: This is a fantastic chance to print large models easily and at a low cost. Its high level of accuracy and easy-to-use interface make it a prime option for anyone who just picked up cosplay as a hobby. Its compatibility with a wide assortment of filaments is also a huge plus.

What could be better: The only thing that might turn you off on this printer is its need for assembly before use and the tedious bed leveling. Its fans are also pretty loud and that can be annoying.

What we liked:

• Best huge build volume
• Easy-to-use interface and a touch display
• Works well with an assortment of filaments
• High print accuracy
• Offers excellent value for money

This is a step-up of the Ender 5 and the most noticeable change is its box-shape design. It still shares a lot in common with its predecessor including; hackability, upgradability, modularity, and affordability. It also has a lot more extras and functionalities that set it apart as one of the best 3D printers for Cosplay.

Just like its predecessor, Ender 5 the Pro 5 has a pretty large build volume of 11.8″ x 8.7″ x 8.7″ that will give you an easy time working on large models. It is super easy to assemble, in less than an hour you’ll be good to go.

Another unique aspect of the Ender Pro 5 is its whisper-quiet printing. Its improved filament tubing also sets it apart as the best easy-to-use printer as it slides straight in and reduces any room for wiggling.

You will also achieve flawless prints thanks to the printer’s double Y-axis control system that reduces any possible vibrations associated with causing flaws in prints. The printer can produce objects with an incredible print resolution of up to 100micron.

What we liked: The printer has been priced to please and with its limitless upgradability, is perfect for both 3D printing novices and seasoned enthusiasts. You will enjoy prints with outstanding quality as the printer is quite the 3D printing workhorse with the right modulation.

What could be better: Unlike many other printers within its range, the Eder Pro 5 doesn’t feature a filament runout sensor, plus, leveling its bed can be a bit challenging for a beginner.

The Ender 3 V2 has been the slickest looking and most affordable Ender for the longest time. At a highly pleasing price point, the printer offers excellent features like a decent print volume, easy assembly, top-quality prints, and upgradability.

The printer boasts a sleeker and more streamlined 9.8″ x 8.7″ x 8.7″ build volume. It even features a drawer for storing your essentials like SD cards, flush-cutters, or cookies. Also featured is a detachable screen and belt tensioners that make it incredibly easy to use.

Thanks to improved hardware like the new stepper motor drivers, the printer produces excellent quality prints. Its motherboard is also remarkably quiet which means zero headaches after extended printing sessions.

Another noteworthy improvement is the Carborundum coated glass filament bed that improves overall adhesion of material making the surface flatter to allow you to remove prints easily.

The printer also has the resume printing function that allows you to pick up from where you left in case of a power outage.

What we liked: All considered, the Ender 3 V2 is hands down Creality’s best budget 3D printing offer. Its features won’t blow your socks off like the other high-grade models but it has a few good aspects resume printing function, storage drawer, and silent motherboard that set it apart as one of the best 3D printers for making Cosplay

What could be better: Loading the filament can be a tad frustrating because of a tiny opening that doesn’t have a guiding chamber.

Looking to invest in your maiden printer? The Dremel Digilab 3D 20 is a solid bet. Its petite build and great online support are a good place to start for a newbie.

The printer comes preassembled, all you have to do is level the bed and load the filament then you’re good to get started. Its small build platform offers a good 9″ x 5.9″ x 5.5″ build volume which is perfect for any 3D printing beginner.

The printer features a colored touchscreen that helps you configure your printing needs hassle-free with so much excitement.

With a layer resolution of 100 microns and an impressive speed of 100m/s, you will be getting top-quality small model prints at a fairly first rate. Though you will get better results if slow things down a notch.

The only downside to this printer is that it only supports Dremel’s PLA filament. Adventurous hobbyists will be highly disappointed with this limitation.

What we liked: The Dremel 3D 20 has lots of exciting features that make it a prime option for beginners. It offers reliable quality control, and a super-easy to use interface with an LCD touch screen. Its durable build and many other first-rate functional features explain its not-so-cheap price point.

What could be better: The printer has a closed system that limits your options for modifying it. It also gets very noisy and is only compatible with one filament.

This is one of the must-have 3D printers in the industry. It has bleeding-edge features including the dual extruder, and a heated build plate that allows you to print virtually any type of material. In fact, the dual extruder allows you to print more complicated designs than printers with a single extruder.

The printer has a super-sturdy steel chassis that is not an eyesore like many other 3D printers. The steel construction plays a huge role in increasing the precision of your prints as it reduces vibrations.

Better yet, the printer features a thick 6.3mm build plate made with aerospace-grade aluminum. It does a good job of reducing the possibilities of any deformities on your prints after rigorous heating and cooling cycles. It can retain heat longer and withstand high temperatures needed to print exotic or blended filaments.

With a resolution of 100 to 500 microns, you are guaranteed high-quality and fine detailed print models.

What we liked: The dual extruder on this printer is the real deal. It allows you to print more filaments with different designs. Plus, you can count on it for precise prints over an extended period thanks to its super durable steel build.

What could be better: The build volume of this 3D printer is not the largest out there. Also, it’s quite noisy as compared to some other models.