Uploaded December 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If you have access to one 3D printer and you are finding it useful or enjoyable, should you buy another? As much as we like to spend money on our hobbies, the answer isn’t always yes. In this video, we explore scenarios and questions to determine whether you actually need to expand, and the best way to do so if you do.

Thanks to my Patron Andy for requesting this video.

0:00 Introduction
Honest 3D printer buyer’s guide: youtu.be/JCHUOQ7yby0

0:40 What is your current situation?
Craziest Solidoodle mods restested: youtu.be/YwLlKMETvq4

3:08 Understand 3D printing before spending more money

3:49 What value will another 3D printer add for you?

4:35 Do you actually have the time, money and space required?
Pop up enclosures video: youtu.be/2D-WRCGcJbs
Ender Extender video: youtu.be/z1jd1u6ePNA
XChange video: youtu.be/EVjchMw8L7Q

5:39 What category of 3D printer do you want?

7:16 Should you stick to what you know or try something new?

9:24 Conclusion
Resin printing beginners step by step guide: youtu.be/UU6tWhV010M

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