{"id":19576,"date":"2023-02-28T16:15:12","date_gmt":"2023-02-28T16:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the3dsourced.wpengine.com\/?p=19576"},"modified":"2023-05-16T05:33:31","modified_gmt":"2023-05-16T05:33:31","slug":"ender-3-vs-adventurer-3-creality-flashforge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-3-vs-adventurer-3-creality-flashforge\/","title":{"rendered":"Ender 3 vs Adventurer 3: Creality vs Flashforge in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Creality and Flashforge are goliaths in the consumer 3D printer market. By not sacrificing power for affordability, their main lines are as approachable as they are capable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creality offers the <a data-lasso-id=\"12229\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Ender 3<\/a>, and Flashforge has the equally impressive <a data-lasso-id=\"12230\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Adventurer 3<\/a> -but in my experience, there are a few <strong><em>major<\/em> differences<\/strong> that could make or break your decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Ender 3 has a larger build volume and can use more filament types. At half the price of the Adventurer 3, it&#8217;s the better budget choice for beginners<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>On the other hand, the Adventurer 3 has an enclosed build area (good for heat-sensitive materials), more connectivity options,<strong> and is ultra-silent. So overall it&#8217;s a more user-friendly experience.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For me, those are the most important distinctions &#8211; but this guide will explore all of the details I&#8217;ve found in my 2- 3 years of owning these 3D printers, so you can make the right choice!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-6c4e1ea0\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#creality-ender-3-vs-flashforge-adventurer-3-a-quick-3d-printer-comparison\">Creality Ender 3 vs. Flashforge Adventurer 3: A Quick 3D Printer Comparison<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#creality-ender-3\">Creality Ender 3<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#flashforge-adventurer-3\">Flashforge Adventurer 3<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ender-3-vs-adventurer-3-at-a-glance\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: At a Glance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ender-3-vs-adventurer-3-3d-printer-comparison\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: 3D Printer Comparison<\/a><\/li><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#build-volume\">Build Volume<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#print-bed\">Print Bed<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#bed-leveling\">Bed Leveling<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#extruder\">Extruder<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#filament-compatibility\">Filament Compatibility<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ease-of-use-and-assembly\">Ease of Use and Assembly<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#price\">Price<\/a><\/li><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ender-3-vs-adventurer-3-our-verdict\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: Our Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creality Ender 3 vs. Flashforge Adventurer 3: A Quick 3D Printer Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9d368535\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-8417c1d5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-066a7b22\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-066a7b22\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5c0879eb gb-headline-text\">OVERALL TOP PICK<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-55225150 gb-headline-text\">Creality Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-06c85869\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 220 x 220 x 250 mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d9c0cf5a\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-60mm\/s<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ab6913d3\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Layer height<\/strong>: <\/strong>0.1-0.4mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-32701e72\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> <\/strong>100 microns<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-75c8c045\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Filament compatibility:<\/strong> <\/strong>PLA, ABS, TPU, Wood, Copper<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-49026a78\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>manual<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-77052757\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Max temperature:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>240C<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a762bfd9\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Assembly: <\/strong>DIY assembly<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-27e2da3e gb-headline-text\"><strong>Available at<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-43a5f844\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-466745a5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"40973\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Creality here<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-25f9a3fb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Official-Creality-Motherboard-Carborundum-8-66x8-66x9-84\/dp\/B07FFTHMMN?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34433\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Amazon here<\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-3e5c38d7\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3e5c38d7\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f277f898 gb-headline-text\">CONSISTENT PICK<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e5484a5b gb-headline-text\">Flashforge Adventurer 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-136baaee\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 150 x 150 x 150 mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3762e821\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-100mm\/s<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1657c3f7\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Layer height<\/strong>: <\/strong>0.1-0.4mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-93642d2b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> <\/strong>200 microns<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-94b5bc2e\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Filament compatibility:<\/strong> <\/strong>PLA, ABS<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f0acc7d8\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>manual<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0622d4c4\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Max temperature:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>240C<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-07ca659d\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Assembly: <\/strong>fully assembled<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-46135223 gb-headline-text\"><strong>Available at<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-c26f1374\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-855e6e46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34434\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Flashforge here<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-f6e586eb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flashforge-Adventurer-Leveling-Removable-Precision\/dp\/B07ZR467YR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34435\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Amazon here<\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f4f4f4;font-size:11px\">3DSourced is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/affiliate-disclaimer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"9572\">Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creality Ender 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $189 &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12235\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\">Available at Creality store here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Official-Creality-Motherboard-Carborundum-8-66x8-66x9-84\/dp\/B07FFTHMMN?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12236\">Amazon here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 220 x 220 x 250 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-60mm\/s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer height<\/strong>: 0.1-0.4mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> 100 microns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filament compatibility:<\/strong> PLA, ABS, TPU, Wood, Copper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max temperature:<\/strong> 240C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assembly: <\/strong>DIY assembly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-1-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-1-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-02b380cc gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-d3892566 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-4c1a2b72 gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c1a2b72 gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8549fc1d gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-640b3f61 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">The most popular among budget FDM printers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-caae9945 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Easy assembly and no-frills usability.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7c5e9176 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Very upgradeable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-53e9dfd1 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-53e9dfd1 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f4603f8b gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d4fb25f1 gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Newer versions of the Ender 3 are available.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Creality\u2019s Ender series has been a household name in 3D printing for some time now, and the Ender 3 is the most popular among budget FDM printers for hobbyists and enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ender 3 is one of the best-priced FDM printers on the market. Its easy assembly and no-frills usability make it ideal for beginners, and its power and filament compatibility make it great for veteran 3D printing enthusiasts too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, for its price tag, the Ender 3 is one of the best <a data-lasso-id=\"12237\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-fdm-3d-printer\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"432\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">consumer FDM printers<\/a> on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ender 3 was released in 2017, and Creality has been building on it ever since to improve its range to cover a wide range of 3D printing needs. Here we\u2019ll only be talking about the standard Ender 3 model, but if you\u2019re impressed enough by that alone, the rest of the Creality Ender range is definitely worth checking out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We couldn\u2019t possibly cover the entire Ender series here, but the <a data-lasso-id=\"12238\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/creality-ender-3-vs-pro-v2-max\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"10742\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ender 3 V2<\/a>, Ender V2 Neo, S1, and <a data-lasso-id=\"12239\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-reviews\/creality-ender-3-s1-pro-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17159\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">S1 Pro<\/a> are all advances on the Ender 3 we\u2019re looking at today. So if you like what you see here, you can always go for one of their more modern printers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flashforge Adventurer 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $369 &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12240\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\">Available at Flashforge here<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flashforge-Adventurer-Leveling-Removable-Precision\/dp\/B07ZR467YR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12241\">Amazon here<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build volume<\/strong>: 150 x 150 x 150 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer height:<\/strong> 0.1-0.4mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filament compatibility<\/strong>: PLA and ABS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-100mm\/s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> 200 microns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Max temperature<\/strong>: 240C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assembly:<\/strong> comes assembled<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-1-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-1-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0dacc70e gb-container-3613bd9f\" id=\"pros-cons-pattern\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-79581ba6 gb-grid-wrapper-dab919b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-f92a2c4d gb-grid-column-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f92a2c4d gb-container-ce5dd51d\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7d3096f6 gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9d55d765 gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">One of the most beginner-friendly FDM printers on the market.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-48d3288f gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Added safety of its enclosed build area.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f41a30da gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Fantastic as an educational 3D printer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fcac79dd gb-headline-cca0dfdf\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">It also has a built-in camera for remote monitoring and an easily replaceable build plate.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-1c4b8f96 gb-grid-column-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1c4b8f96 gb-container-b97ad919\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ccc0ce2e gb-headline-text gb-headline-a7803bff\">Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4b331dde gb-headline-ec22c345\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119.034 8 8 119.033 8 256s111.034 248 248 248 248-111.034 248-248S392.967 8 256 8zm130.108 117.892c65.448 65.448 70 165.481 20.677 235.637L150.47 105.216c70.204-49.356 170.226-44.735 235.638 20.676zM125.892 386.108c-65.448-65.448-70-165.481-20.677-235.637L361.53 406.784c-70.203 49.356-170.226 44.736-235.638-20.676z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Not much room for tinkering and upgrades.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Probably one of the most beginner-friendly FDM printers on the market, the Flashforge Adventurer 3 is ideal as both a hobbyist\u2019s 3D printer and a teaching tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The added safety of its enclosed build area, which is quite rare for FDM printers, makes it great for use in schools. And it\u2019s ease-of-use doesn\u2019t detract from its overall power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an educational 3D printer, it\u2019s a fantastic introduction to FDM printing that won\u2019t leave you scratching your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more connectivity options for the Adventurer 3 as well, making it a versatile machine for however you want to connect. It\u2019s also ultra-silent, printing at only around 45db, which is about as quiet as an average library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/user-photos-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/user-photos-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/user-photos-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/user-photos-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Users present their 3D printers. Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/ender3\/comments\/r7rhe0\/after_39ish_hours_the_ender_3_really_impressed_me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12242\">SprinklesSonova<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/3Dprinting\/comments\/k8s4oc\/just_got_my_first_3d_printer_flashforge_adventure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12243\">AntonDurant<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like Creality, Flashforge has learned and built on the success of their flagship Adventurer 3. So if you like what you see here, then you might want to check out the upgraded Adventurer 3 Pro which has higher filament compatibility and remote controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d also like to check out the Adventurer line, you\u2019ll see a hotter extruder temperature, quick heating, and much larger build area when compared to its predecessor, just about rivaling the Ender 3. It also has a built-in camera for remote monitoring and an easily replaceable build plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The adventurer 4 lite offers similar upgrades but at the cost of a replaceable build plate and camera. Be advised that the Adventurer 4 Lite is a misnomer, as it\u2019s the same size as the Adventurer 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: At a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best for Value: <\/strong>The <a data-lasso-id=\"12244\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Ender 3<\/a> is easily one of the best-priced FDM printers on the market today. Its reputation of reliability and ease of use is rare in a printer costing under $200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While fairly standard in design, its lack of bells and whistles makes it great for beginners too. All in all, the Creality Ender 3 is a great first 3D printer, or an excellent addition to a seasoned hobbyists workshop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While not perfect by any means, the large build volume and easily earned accolades make the Ender 3 a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/best-cheap-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"430\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34436\">budget 3D printer<\/a> fan\u2019s dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Premium Option: <\/strong>If you\u2019ve got extra money to spend and aren\u2019t too impressed with the Ender 3 or others in its range, then the <a data-lasso-id=\"12245\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Flashforge Adventurer 3<\/a> is the better choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also extremely easy to use, the enclosed build area is rare in FDM printers and makes it both safer and quieter to use than the Ender 3 and indeed many FDM printers of similar cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a teaching tool, the Adventurer 3 is invaluable, as it\u2019s designed to be used by people of all experience levels and even in schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main drawback is that the Adventurer 3 has a very small build area for its price, at only 150mm\u00b3, it\u2019s very small compared to the Ender 3 or even other FDM printers around the same price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: 3D Printer Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build Volume<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as build volume goes, the Ender 3 is a clear winner. With its build volume of 220 x 220 x 250 mm, it dwarfs the Adventurer 3\u2019s 150 x 150 x 150 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/build-volume.jpg\" alt=\"ender-3 vs adventurer 3 build volume\" class=\"wp-image-19608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/build-volume.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/build-volume-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/build-volume-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, build volume isn\u2019t everything. But it does mean that the Ender 3 has the capacity when it comes to bigger <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/best-3d-printers-for-cosplay\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11114\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34437\">prints like cosplay additions<\/a> and busts. So if you\u2019re looking to think big, then you\u2019ll want a printer that has a much larger print volume than the relatively small Adventurer 3 offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even the upgraded Adventurer 3 Pro has the same size build volume, making the standard Ender 3 an easy choice if larger projects are on your horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Creality Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Print Bed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The print bed distinction is one of the biggest differences between the Ender 3 and the Adventurer 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ender 3 offers a self-adhering print bed, using magnets to keep it and your print in place. This eliminates the more traditional need for glue or tape to keep the print still and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rigid-ink\/3d-prints-warping-curling-how-to-prevent\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14187\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34438\">prevent warping<\/a> or unwanted movement mid-print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This self-adhering bed also makes removing your prints a little easier, lowering the risk of breaking on removal. With a simple, and careful, use of a spatula, removing your project from the Ender 3 is exceedingly simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Adventurer 3 isn\u2019t quite as stable, it instead uses a flexible heat bed to remove the need for scraping. By carefully bending the platform once it\u2019s cooled, your project can be easily and painlessly removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Adventurer 3\u2019s enclosed print area means that adhesion isn\u2019t as important as it is with open build areas like the Ender 3\u2019s. This is because your prints will be less exposed to outside variables like drafts that are known for warping and misshaping prints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/removing-project.jpg\" alt=\"ender-3 vs adventurer 3 removing prints\" class=\"wp-image-19609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/removing-project.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/removing-project-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/removing-project-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Both models offer heated beds of up to 100\u2103, further helping with bed adhesion. So the only real decider here is which method of print removal you prefer between the two. The Ender 3\u2019s build plate is designed to heat up very quickly, however, taking only 5 minutes to reach its maximum temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So while the build plate comparison here comes to a tie, the Ender 3 is your best call if you value speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Tie<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bed Leveling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bed leveling is often a tedious part of FDM printing. While the more expensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/rankings\/best-fdm-3d-printer\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"432\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34439\">FDM printers<\/a> offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/auto-leveling-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34440\">automatic leveling<\/a>, it\u2019s not to be expected in budget printers such as these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, neither the Creality Ender 3 nor the Flashforge Adventurer 3 offer automatic bed leveling. However, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-3-auto-bed-leveling-upgrades\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17184\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34441\">modify the Ender 3 with an automatic bed leveling upgrade<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If automatic leveling out the box is a must for you, then you\u2019re better off checking out the rest of the Ender 3 line. The Ender 3 V2 Neo offers automatic bed leveling, as do the S1 and S1 Pro. Be careful, however, as the standard Ender 3 V2 still does not have automatic bed leveling, and so it must be done manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ender 3\u2019s solution is elegant in its simplicity. The adjusting knobs to level the bed manually are deliberately large and easy to manipulate without needing to squint, which takes a lot of the tedium out of the leveling process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Adventurer 3, further leaning into its easy usability, simply has 9 different bed leveling settings adjustable with the built-in touchscreen. While this does mean it lacks precision, it also takes a lot of the guesswork out of the equation and helps you get used to what bed leveling is and the best ways to go about calculating it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Tie\/Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extruder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The extruders for both the Ender 3 and the Adventurer 3 are comparable. Both have a diameter of 0.4mm and they both heat to the same maximum temperature of 240\u2103.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only main difference is that the Adventurer 3\u2019s nozzle is detachable for easy replacing, repairing, cleaning, or upgrading. For this alone, the Adventurer 3\u2019s extruder is the better choice, because even if you are in any way disappointed, you can change it out with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Adventurer 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Filament Compatibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both the Ender 3 and the Adventurer 3 support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-materials\/abs-like-tough-resins\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"19374\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34442\">ABS<\/a> and PLA, but the Ender 3 has a wider range of compatible filaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as PLA and ABS, the Ender 3 is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-materials\/ender-3-tpu\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"15607\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34443\">compatible with TPU<\/a> and specialty filaments like wood and copper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If, however, you prefer the enclosed build area and easy usability of the Adventurer 3 but are put off by its limited compatible filaments, then it\u2019s definitely worth your time to check out the Adventurer 3 Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enclosed build areas are ideal if you plan to use ABS filament, which is more prone to warping when exposed to the elements as it would be with the Ender 3 (although, you could just pick up an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/ender-3-enclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"15313\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34444\">enclosure for the Ender 3<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The newer Adventurer 3 Pro has \u2013 among other upgrades like a hotter nozzle and glass build plate \u2013 a much higher range of usable filaments like PETG and specialty PLAs like marble and fluorescent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ease of Use and Assembly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Creality Ender 3 is a very simple machine designed for easy usability for 3D printing enthusiasts of all levels. This makes it a great choice for both beginners and 3D printing veterans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ease-of-use2.jpg\" alt=\"ender 3 vs adventurer 3 ease of use\" class=\"wp-image-19616\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ease-of-use2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ease-of-use2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/ease-of-use2-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, the Adventurer 3 is about as simple as it gets while still being a powerful machine. It\u2019s entirely controlled by the touchscreen and is deliberately limited in its settings (like with bed leveling) to make it very easy to use for complete newbies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed as a teaching tool, the Adventurer 3 will have even the completely inexperienced printing confidently in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Flashforge Adventurer 3 also wins in terms of assembly. While the Ender 3 requires DIY assembly (marketed as an enthusiast\u2019s dream) that\u2019s estimated to take 2-4 hours depending on your experience, the Adventurer 3 is practically ready out of the box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Adventurer 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Price<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even at its cheapest, the <a data-lasso-id=\"12246\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Adventurer 3<\/a> is almost double the price of the <a data-lasso-id=\"12247\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Ender 3<\/a>, which can seem like a bit of a rip-off when you compare the build sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/price.jpg\" alt=\"ender-3 vs adventurer 3 pricing\" class=\"wp-image-19623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/price.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/price-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/price-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If these qualities aren\u2019t worth the extra ~$180 to you, then we absolutely recommend the Ender 3 instead. Its DIY assembly and open build area are a small price to pay for its price of under $200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you do get what you pay for with either machine, the Ender 3 is the better option if you\u2019re on a budget or simply don\u2019t want to spend too much on a printer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Adventurer 3\u2019s higher price tag is mainly attributed to its enclosed build area, extreme ease of use, and the fact that it comes pre-assembled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Winner: <\/strong>Tie\/Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-93bb465c\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-4f00c251\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-7b6f1fd3\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7b6f1fd3\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-1f8bff23 gb-headline-text\">OVERALL TOP PICK<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Creality-Ender-3-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-79b1773f gb-headline-text\">Creality Ender 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c1fc324e\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 220 x 220 x 250 mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-456f8b6b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-60mm\/s<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2ff85b0b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Layer height<\/strong>: <\/strong>0.1-0.4mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3acb8051\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> <\/strong>100 microns<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-157a5e80\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Filament compatibility:<\/strong> <\/strong>PLA, ABS, TPU, Wood, Copper<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ccdb73aa\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>manual<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6e4b7199\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Max temperature:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>240C<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c001108e\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Assembly: <\/strong>DIY assembly<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-609ac1bd gb-headline-text\"><strong>Available at<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-52635ba3\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-307308df\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/creality-ender-3-3d-printer-sale-best-budget-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34445\" data-lasso-name=\"Creality Ender 3 3D Printer\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Creality here<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-6b3eb23f\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Official-Creality-Motherboard-Carborundum-8-66x8-66x9-84\/dp\/B07FFTHMMN?tag=3dsourced-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34446\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Amazon here<\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-11ff0f40\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-11ff0f40\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a148cb05 gb-headline-text\">CONSISTENT PICK<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-300x150.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Adventurer-3-768x384.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f10c02f5 gb-headline-text\">Flashforge Adventurer 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0e1c4998\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Build volume:<\/strong> 150 x 150 x 150 mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3969860a\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Print speed:<\/strong> 30-100mm\/s<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9270324\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Layer height<\/strong>: <\/strong>0.1-0.4mm<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-20d2866b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Print accuracy:<\/strong> <\/strong>200 microns<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-717a1ab4\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong>Filament compatibility:<\/strong> <\/strong>PLA, ABS<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-be9a28dc\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Bed leveling:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>manual<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b067ead9\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong><strong><strong>Max temperature:<\/strong> <\/strong><\/strong>240C<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-84e35044\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\"><strong>Assembly: <\/strong>fully assembled<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-da12006c gb-headline-text\"><strong>Available at<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-799aab68\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-1c8bef7a\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/flashforge-adventurer-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34447\" data-lasso-name=\"Flashforge Adventurer 3\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Flashforge here<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-17299a41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flashforge-Adventurer-Leveling-Removable-Precision\/dp\/B07ZR467YR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34448\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Amazon here<\/span><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ender 3 vs. Adventurer 3: Our Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both the Creality Ender 3 and the Flashforge Adventurer 3 are impressive machines in their own right, though the choice of which one is the best comes entirely down to your priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to make bigger 3D projects without spending a lot of money, and don\u2019t mind assembling it yourself or needing to watch out for outside variables while printing, then the Ender 3 is definitely the right 3D printer for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a complete beginner or are trying to teach a friend or loved one about 3D printing, then the smaller and safer Adventurer 3 will definitely be worth the extra expense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you&#8217;ve got the budget, consider upgrading to the new Ender 3 S1 and S1 Pro range. We recently <a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printer-reviews\/creality-ender-3-s1-pro-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17159\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12252\">reviewed the Ender 3 S1 Pro<\/a> (shown below) and thought it was great &#8211; but it costs more than the Adventurer 3 or standard Ender 3.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image-2.jpg\" alt=\"Ender 3 S1 Pro 3D printer from when we reviewed it, a more expensive premium version of the Ender 3.\" class=\"wp-image-19749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image-2.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/image-2-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ender 3 S1 Pro from our test.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-3-vs-ender-5\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12084\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12253\">Ender 3 vs Ender 5<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a data-lasso-id=\"12254\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-3-v2-vs-ender-5-pro\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"19698\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ender 3 V2 vs Ender 5 Pro<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/comparisons\/sovol-sv06-vs-ender-3-v2-neo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"34532\">Sovol SV06 vs Ender 3 (V2 \/ Neo)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/flashforge-adventurer-3-vs-adventurer-3-lite\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14057\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12255\">Flashforge Adventurer 3 vs Lite<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/flashforge-creator-pro-vs-pro-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14049\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12256\">Flashforge Creator Pro vs Creator Pro 2<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a style=\"font-size: inherit; background-color: var(--base-3);\" data-lasso-id=\"12257\" href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/ender-3-extenders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ender 3 Extenders: The Best Extension Kit Upgrades<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/flashforge-adventurer-3-vs-adventurer-3-lite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12259\">Flashforge Adventurer 3 vs Adventurer 3 Lite \u2013 The Differences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/3d-printers\/best-flashforge-3d-printers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"12260\">Best Flashforge 3D Printers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creality and Flashforge are goliaths in the consumer 3D printer market. 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