


Its built-in Wi-fi and touch screen interface result in a gentle introduction into the world of 3D printing. The 50-micron minimum layer thickness allows for smooth prints. Watching the progress is always fun, and clear plastic on three sides gives a view of how each print is going. We can forgive the smaller capacity because what you do get is a compact 3D printer that is easily portable thanks to the lightweight design. Still, this should be plenty enough for cookie cutters so the children are not going to be disappointed.

We like the portable size of the unit, but this FDM printer does have a smaller build volume of 150 x 150 x 150mm. Manufacturing in the USA, Monoprice is a company that has been making 3D printers since 2002. Monoprice Voxel – Best Cookie Cutter 3D Printer (If You’re A Beginner) There is also an active online community of users who can help problem solve, and responsive customer service from Creality themselves. The popularity of this 3D printer means new upgrades are always available. Other materials that the Ender 3 excels with include ABS and TPU, great for small hobby projects. It is well equipped for working with PLA which is a good choice of filament in terms of food safety, although you should always refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines first. The heated build plate also ensures warping is less likely to occur. Because of this, you won’t likely experience any messy aftermath from over extruding. Printing with flexible materials is made easier by the compact filament pathway. It comes as a kit, but can be assembled within 45 minutes, and that is for a complete novice.

We’ve even heard of people using wood filament with the Ender 3 to make a wooden Groot. This also makes it a versatile 3D printer that can be used for a multitude of other projects. Most cookie cutters are going to fall well within this size, and you should even be able to print multiple cookie cutters at once. There are features that more expensive printers don’t always offer, such as a build volume of 220 x 220 x 250mm. Many people consider the Creality Ender 3 to be the best 3D printer under $200, but the benefits go way beyond the affordable price tag. There are now newer and more advanced versions of the Ender 3 (we’ve tested the Ender 3 S1 Pro, and Ender 3 V2 Neo on this site!) Comes as a kit (although it is easy to assemble)
