12 Reviews: Best 3D Printers for Miniatures (Apr 2024)

Embedded with LFS (Low Force Stereolithography) technology, this is the upgrade version of SLA. LFS uses a Light Processing Unit with a resin tank, optical window, and rollers. The printing results are pretty impressive with the micro-scale detail. Exceptionally perfect to support your hobby as someone who is crazy about the world of miniature. What is more, you are able to print in bulk since it has spacious room plus the robust construction making it even more ideal to give reinforcement for the large miniature you are about to produce.

LulzBot TAZ Workhorse enabling to make multi-material printing very much more handful than ever. The desktop set-up is convenient for first-time learners in the realm of 3D printing. To serve your miniaturing project nicely, the LuzBot TAZ Workhorse can merge two different types of materials altogether without fail, such as PLA or PETG. As the filament, it is built-in 1.75mm in diameter.

30% faster, easier, and with a 25% larger build volume than the previous version, the MakerBot Replicator+ provides such a gigantic satisfaction with high durability against all odds. Equipped with Smart Extruder+, this is the assurance to make the printing process effortlessly easy. For the connectivity section, you are allowed to use USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi connection. And if you have trouble over removing the finishing project, the plate is made of bendable Flex Build Plate.

Built-in Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) technology with swappable nozzles, you can adjust it between 0.25, 0.4, 0.6, and 0.8 nozzles following the detailed structure as your favor. Also, the filament is easy to switch with its innovative feeder. Speaking about the speed, it can reach up to 300mm/s and 0.02mm layer resolution. Very much able to support your miniature creation come to reality in a short moment.

When you are an avid fan of creating broad creation with 3D printing and you also have such enormous curiosity over experimenting with various types of filaments, this 3DWOX from Sindoh allowing you to merge and do the experiment with merging the 3rd party filaments, just like Android OS with its Open Source system. Moreover, this has no fancy features to make you confused, it has Assisted Bed Leveling and Filament Auto-Loading for your comfort. For your health care, a HEPA filter is mounted within it. Plus, the printing process is super quiet with only 40dB.

This is the best designed and engineered device I have seen in years. I have owned this device for less than 3 weeks and have already logged over 120 hours of printing time with zero errors or issues. Everything about this device is well thought out, well built, easy to use and flawless operation. I am already thinking about a second 3DWOX to handle my increased print volume. I am a hobbyist user; however; due to its flawless performance I am using it far more than my previous kit printer. I can't be more satisfied with this purchase. *Note: I have not used the provided slicer software so I can not speak that it. I do however use Simplify 3D and two are a perfect fit.

by S. Wittkamp

Zortrax Inventure constructed with LPD Plus technology accompanied by dual-extrusion – allowing you to do printing with super detail construction. You are good to print complex objects such as architectural miniature or prototypes with good precision. The HEPA filter is superior to have you not gonna get the smelly and hazardous odors due to the printing process.

Some of the key features of the Sigma R19 3D printer are dual-extruder, FFF technology, material extrusion, and versatile nozzle sizes. As for the operating department, it is extremely reliable and user-friendly. Furthermore, to be more precise, the extrusion made with an Independent Dual Extruder System (IDEX) that delivers high-resolution multi-material parts in a simple and effective way. Handy to get you the better results of miniatures object.

Let’s welcome a 3D printer with a 420°C high-temperature nozzle that allowing you to print with numerous filaments. Its height is also adjustable for a better printing process, also the printing accuracy can touch up to 0.04mm without clogging. And when you are asking about the plating base, the hotbed is made of heatable aluminum PCB, which can be heated up to 150°C fast. Lastly, the safety issue is no longer in your way with the fully closed chamber.

The Inkspire 3D printer from Zorttrax fully capable to help you produce miniatures or any other object in massive numbers. The output number for a month can reach up to 360,000 to over 500,000 parts. A good deal for your home-based miniature manufacturing. The UV LCD technology in Zortrax Inkspire relies on a high-resolution LCD screen with UV LED backlighting to solidify photopolymers layer by layer. Without a doubt, perfect for businessmen, hobbyists, or educators.

A 3D printer at a reasonable price. If you are under a tight budget and cannot afford the crazily expensive one, this can be your alternative. UP mini 2 is everyone’s favorite little desktop 3D printer. Built-in filtration. Easy-to-use interface Model creation with basic building blocks via Puzzle Mode Convert 2D images into 3D images Access to Moshop Printer access via Wi-Fi Compatible with iOS 8.x or later Importable file formats: .up3, .ups, .stl

I am very satisfied with this printer.

by Günter Klostermann

Uncomplicated to assemble, you only need approximately 10 minutes at last and you are free to make your first miniature manufacturing. V Slot cooperates with Prusa I3 frame is such a genius innovative design by integrating with classic elements, create new generation economic DIY 3D printers. Also features CNC machining of the Y-rail mounting groove to make sure precise positioning and keep the stable frame with High-Precision printing quality.

Love this printer. The blue things attached to the top of the printer and the black box at the bottom left corner in front of it were printed with this printer. Blue things are to help filament spooling and to hold the scraper, and the black box was made to hold a Raspberry Pi. Couldn't be happier.

by Adrianne H.

We can say this is the best of all the best from our list. The Anycubic i3 Mega has a solid build with its metal framed. Easy to assemble and hassle-free from savvy features. It supports multiple filament materials, including PLA, ABS, High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS), and wood. Reliable, high-quality printing and stable grounding with fine resolution down to 0.05mm. Unlock your capability to be a pro of creating miniatures and any other prototype.

I love my Anycubic. I work in Kura, which gave me the best settings. If you set the table correctly, you can trust it. 9 hours of printing? No problem. You can go to sleep, Anycubic will do a great job. He designs in Sketch Up and prints various parts of PLA-ABS (mainly RC). I don't think about another printer, Anycubic does everything it needs. I would recommend!

by Artur.D