MakerBot Method X vs Glowforge Pro vs Peopoly Phenom

Technical Specifications Comparison

• Printing Technology 💡

  The fundamental method used by the 3D printer to create objects

  MakerBot Method X

  • FDM

    The printing technology of MakerBot Method X is FDM. FDM printers use melted plastic filament for layered object creation, offering versatility and affordability.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Laser Cutter

    The printing technology of Glowforge Pro is Laser Cutter. Laser cutter printers use precise laser beams to cut and engrave materials, offering high accuracy.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • SLA

    The printing technology of Peopoly Phenom is SLA. SLA printers use laser-cured liquid resin for high-resolution, smooth prints with fine details.  Click to see all.

• Build Volume 📏

  Defines the maximum size of objects that can be printed< measured in cubic millimeters or dimensions (length x width x height).

  MakerBot Method X

  • 190 mm³

    The build volume of MakerBot Method X is 190.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • 300 mm³

    The build volume of Glowforge Pro is 300.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • 276 mm³

    The build volume of Peopoly Phenom is 276.  Click to see all.

• Build Volume Type 📈

  Classifies the 3D printer's build volume into categories based on size< ranging from small to extra large.

  MakerBot Method X

  • Medium (150-300Mm³)

    The build volume of MakerBot Method X is classified as Medium (150-300Mm³). 150-300mm³ build volume provides versatility for various printing projects.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Large (300-500Mm³)

    The build volume of Glowforge Pro is classified as Large (300-500Mm³). 300-500mm³ build volume is ideal for printing large objects or multiple items simultaneously.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • Medium (150-300Mm³)

    The build volume of Peopoly Phenom is classified as Medium (150-300Mm³). 150-300mm³ build volume provides versatility for various printing projects.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution 🔎

  Represents the minimum layer height a 3D printer can achieve< measured in micrometers (µm).

  MakerBot Method X

  • 20 µm

    The minimum print resolution of MakerBot Method X is 20.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • 75 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Glowforge Pro is 75.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • 72 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Peopoly Phenom is 72.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution Type 🎨

  Categorizes the 3D printer's print resolution capabilities< ranging from ultra-fine to standard.

  MakerBot Method X

  • Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm)

    The print resolution of MakerBot Method X is classified as Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm). 3D printers capable of extremely fine layer heights between 10-20 microns.  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Fine (25-50Μm)

    The print resolution of Glowforge Pro is classified as Fine (25-50Μm). 3D printers capable of ultra-fine layer heights between 25-50 microns.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • Fine (25-50Μm)

    The print resolution of Peopoly Phenom is classified as Fine (25-50Μm). 3D printers capable of ultra-fine layer heights between 25-50 microns.  Click to see all.

• Printing Materials 🧬

  Lists the types of filaments or materials compatible with the 3D printer.

  MakerBot Method X

  • PLA

    MakerBot Method X can print with PLA. 3D printers designed to work with PLA, a biodegradable and easy-to-use material for various applications  Click to see all.
  • ABS

    MakerBot Method X can print with ABS. 3D printers optimized for printing with ABS filament.  Click to see all.
  • Nylon

    MakerBot Method X can print with Nylon. 3D printers designed to work with nylon filaments for producing strong and flexible parts  Click to see all.
  • PETG

    MakerBot Method X can print with PETG. 3D printers suitable for printing with PETG material for strong and food-safe objects  Click to see all.
  • PC

    MakerBot Method X can print with PC. 3D printers suitable for printing with polycarbonate (PC) material for tough and heat-resistant objects  Click to see all.

  Glowforge Pro

  • Wood

    Glowforge Pro can print with Wood. 3D printers designed to work with wood-filled materials for creating objects with a wood-like appearance and texture  Click to see all.
  • Leather

    Glowforge Pro can print with Leather. 3D printers suitable for printing with leather-like filaments to create textured and flexible objects  Click to see all.
  • Acrylic

    Glowforge Pro can print with Acrylic. 3D printers capable of printing with acrylic-based materials.  Click to see all.

  Peopoly Phenom

  • Resin

    Peopoly Phenom can print with Resin. 3D printers designed for resin-based stereolithography (SLA) or digital light processing (DLP) for high-detail prints  Click to see all.