Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I share my 3D Printing wishlist for each major brand - including Prusa and Bambu Lab. Brought to you by PCBWay. Don’t miss their Christmas Big Sale from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31 — save up to 50% off: jle.vi/pcbway
Over the last few years, 3D printers have gotten really good… but let’s be honest — there’s still plenty of room for improvement. 👀
So in this video, I’m breaking down my annual 3D printer report card: what’s working, what’s not, and the features I (and probably you, too) desperately want to see in the next generation of machines.
Just a note: This list is heavily influenced by which printers I have access to. I don't have a Bambu Lab H2d or even a Bambu Lab H2C, for example, but I do have a Prusa Core One and Prusa Core One L, so, naturally, I have more constructive feedback for Prusa than I do for Bambu Lab. And none of this will be a comprehensive review of any one printer or brand. But if you're in the market for the best 3d printer for you, I hope this video will provide some valuable insights into what each brand does well and what they still need to work on...
🍿 Oh, and Grab your popcorn, because I’m not holding back 🤫
🤫 Get my custom filament and printer profiles, buyers guides, and much, much more on Patreon: patreon.com/thenextlayer
💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: jle.vi/tnl-discord
🎥 IN THIS VIDEO: 🎥
00:00 Introduction
00:37 OpenPrintTag
01:23 OrcaSlicer
03:00 Prusa Research
05:59 Sovol
08:56 Elegoo
10:51 Anycubic
12:36 Creality
14:43 Snapmaker
16:18 Bambu Lab
19:24 Conclusion
🔗 LINKS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: 🔗
👉 OpenPrintTag: openprinttag.org
👉 My previous video where I shared my 7 major gripes with 3D printing manufacturers: youtu.be/wUk240LdhxY
👉 My previous video where I shared my open letter to Prusa Research: youtu.be/wPesdhaTG14
👉 My previous video where I checked out the AnyCubic Kobra S1 Combo: youtu.be/oMSSOvPMAls
👉 My previous video where I talked about the Snapmaker U1: youtu.be/4o1SyZM-NcM
👉 My interview with Dr. Ye Tao of Bambu Lab: youtube.com/live/FaOrQD9PqNc
🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒
📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing
📍 Complete list of my videography gear: kit.co/jlevi/content-creation
📍My favorite thing to 3D Print: jle.vi/multiboard
📍My recommended electronics & control boards: jle.vi/bigtreetech
📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": jle.vi/magigoo | jle.vi/whambam
📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: jle.vi/polymaker
📍 Check out the official TNL merch: shop.thenextlayer.com
📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: jle.vi/links
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In this video, I share my 3D Printing wishlist for each major brand - including Prusa and Bambu Lab. Brought to you by PCBWay. Don’t miss their Christmas Big Sale from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31 — save up to 50% off: jle.vi/pcbway
Over the last few years, 3D printers have gotten really good… but let’s be honest — there’s still plenty of room for improvement. 👀
So in this video, I’m breaking down my annual 3D printer report card: what’s working, what’s not, and the features I (and probably you, too) desperately want to see in the next generation of machines.
Just a note: This list is heavily influenced by which printers I have access to. I don't have a Bambu Lab H2d or even a Bambu Lab H2C, for example, but I do have a Prusa Core One and Prusa Core One L, so, naturally, I have more constructive feedback for Prusa than I do for Bambu Lab. And none of this will be a comprehensive review of any one printer or brand. But if you're in the market for the best 3d printer for you, I hope this video will provide some valuable insights into what each brand does well and what they still need to work on...
🍿 Oh, and Grab your popcorn, because I’m not holding back 🤫
🤫 Get my custom filament and printer profiles, buyers guides, and much, much more on Patreon: patreon.com/thenextlayer
💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: jle.vi/tnl-discord
🎥 IN THIS VIDEO: 🎥
00:00 Introduction
00:37 OpenPrintTag
01:23 OrcaSlicer
03:00 Prusa Research
05:59 Sovol
08:56 Elegoo
10:51 Anycubic
12:36 Creality
14:43 Snapmaker
16:18 Bambu Lab
19:24 Conclusion
🔗 LINKS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO: 🔗
👉 OpenPrintTag: openprinttag.org
👉 My previous video where I shared my 7 major gripes with 3D printing manufacturers: youtu.be/wUk240LdhxY
👉 My previous video where I shared my open letter to Prusa Research: youtu.be/wPesdhaTG14
👉 My previous video where I checked out the AnyCubic Kobra S1 Combo: youtu.be/oMSSOvPMAls
👉 My previous video where I talked about the Snapmaker U1: youtu.be/4o1SyZM-NcM
👉 My interview with Dr. Ye Tao of Bambu Lab: youtube.com/live/FaOrQD9PqNc
🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒
📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing
📍 Complete list of my videography gear: kit.co/jlevi/content-creation
📍My favorite thing to 3D Print: jle.vi/multiboard
📍My recommended electronics & control boards: jle.vi/bigtreetech
📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": jle.vi/magigoo | jle.vi/whambam
📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: jle.vi/polymaker
📍 Check out the official TNL merch: shop.thenextlayer.com
📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: jle.vi/links
❤️ LOVED THIS VIDEO? ❤️
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▶️ Watch my other videos: youtube.com/@thenextlayer
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🎁 Send a “Super Thanks” (Tip)
🛒 Use my affiliate links for your 3D printing or videography needs: jle.vi/links
💬 Join My Discord: jle.vi/tnl-discord
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