Creality3D Ender 3 3D Printer Review
Channel: AnimeArchaeology
Date: 2018-07-06

FACTS:
* 220mm x 220 x 250 (height) / 8.6 x 8.6 x 9.8" printer
* Heated build plate
* Bowden style
* Micro SD card
* LED screen
* Includes spare nozzle, Bowden connector, tools, and spare screws
* Some assembly required (1-2 hours)

UPSIDES:
* Solid construction
* Clear assembly instructions
* Extruder and bed heat up very quickly
* Huge knobs to adjust print bed
* Lots of relevant info on LED screen
* On/off switch is on the side, easily accessible

DOWNSIDES:
* Clog after 4 prints
* Some difficulty loading filament
* Included PDFs show inconsistent settings (retraction, travel speed)
* LED screen resets to main info screen if you stay on one screen for a few seconds

FYI:
* Must unscrew 2 screws and move fans to the side to swap out nozzle
* Control knob takes some getting used to
* Filament loads right next to one of the vertical rods.

I received this printer as a free review unit from GearBest: https://www.gearbest.com/?lkid=14751879

You can order this printer here: https://www.gearbest.com/3d-printers-3d-printer-kits/pp_1845899.html?lkid=14751874