Ultimaker S3 vs MakerBot Method X vs Zortrax M300 Plus

Technical Specifications Comparison

• Printing Technology 💡

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

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  • FDM

    FDM printers use melted plastic filament for layered object creation, offering versatility and affordability.

• Build Volume 📏

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

  Ultimaker S3

  • 230 mm³

    The build volume of Ultimaker S3 is 230.  Click to see all.

  MakerBot Method X

  • 190 mm³

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

  Zortrax M300 Plus

  • 300 mm³

    The build volume of Zortrax M300 Plus is 300.  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.

  Ultimaker S3

  • Medium (150-300Mm³)

    The build volume of Ultimaker S3 is classified as Medium (150-300Mm³). 150-300mm³ build volume provides versatility for various printing projects.  Click to see all.

  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.

  Zortrax M300 Plus

  • Large (300-500Mm³)

    The build volume of Zortrax M300 Plus is classified as Large (300-500Mm³). 300-500mm³ build volume is ideal for printing large objects or multiple items simultaneously.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution 🔎

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

  Ultimaker S3

  • 20 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Ultimaker S3 is 20.  Click to see all.

  MakerBot Method X

  • 20 µm

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

  Zortrax M300 Plus

  • 90 µm

    The minimum print resolution of Zortrax M300 Plus is 90.  Click to see all.

• Print Resolution Type 🎨

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

  Ultimaker S3

  • Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm)

    The print resolution of Ultimaker S3 is classified as Ultra-Fine (10-20Μm). 3D printers capable of extremely fine layer heights between 10-20 microns.  Click to see all.

  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.

  Zortrax M300 Plus

  • Standard (100-200Μm)

    The print resolution of Zortrax M300 Plus is classified as Standard (100-200Μm). 3D printers with standard layer heights between 100-200 microns.  Click to see all.

• Printing Materials 🧬

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

  Ultimaker S3

  • PLA

    Ultimaker S3 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

    Ultimaker S3 can print with ABS. 3D printers optimized for printing with ABS filament.  Click to see all.
  • PETG

    Ultimaker S3 can print with PETG. 3D printers suitable for printing with PETG material for strong and food-safe objects  Click to see all.
  • TPU

    Ultimaker S3 can print with TPU. 3D printers suitable for printing with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for flexible and durable objects  Click to see all.
  • Nylon

    Ultimaker S3 can print with Nylon. 3D printers designed to work with nylon filaments for producing strong and flexible parts  Click to see all.
  • Carbon Fiber

    Ultimaker S3 can print with Carbon Fiber. 3D printers designed to handle carbon fiber-reinforced filaments.  Click to see all.

  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.

  Zortrax M300 Plus

  • Z-ULTRAT

    Zortrax M300 Plus can print with Z-ULTRAT. Z-ULTRAT is a durable ABS-based filament for 3D printing, known for its strength and impact resistance.  Click to see all.
  • Z-PETG

    Zortrax M300 Plus can print with Z-PETG. Z-PETG is a modified PETG filament optimized for 3D printing, offering improved strength and durability.  Click to see all.
  • Z-GLASS

    Zortrax M300 Plus can print with Z-GLASS. 3D printers compatible with Z-GLASS, a glass-fiber reinforced material for strong and rigid parts  Click to see all.
  • Z-ASA Pro

    Zortrax M300 Plus can print with Z-ASA Pro. 3D printers suitable for printing with Z-ASA Pro, an advanced ASA material for outdoor-resistant parts  Click to see all.