Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
*** Save $30 using my link: flashforge.sjv.io/9L6Dd3 ***
Looking for an affordable multi-color 3D printer that doesn’t cut corners on speed or quality? In this video, I review the Flashforge AD5X, a Core-XY 3D printer with speeds up to 600mm/s and Flashforge’s new Intelligent Filament System (IFS) that makes 4-color printing simple and compact. I’ll cover unboxing, setup, software, print quality, filament waste, and show real-world test prints - from Benchies and statues to flexible filaments. With a $399 price tag, the AD5X promises to be one of the best-value multi-color printers on the market. Watch to see where it shines, where it struggles, and whether it’s the right 3D printer for your workshop.
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👀 See more information about the Flashforge AD5X (Affiliate Links)
AD5X 3D Printer: flashforge.sjv.io/9L6Dd3
AD5X Enclosure Combo: flashforge.sjv.io/je7060
AD5X Camera Combo: flashforge.sjv.io/POQEdQ
Accessories for the AD5X:
Enclosure Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/55dE0N
Camera Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/kOKE2d
Nozzle Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/GKyJdL
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Sunlu makes awesome filament, check out the filament I used:
Dice Tower - Sunlu Brick Red Marble PLA: sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
Multi-color Donald Ducks: sunlu.com/products/over-6kg-bundle-sale-pla-and-pla-plus-pla-meta-macaron-filament1kg-roll?_pos=1&_psq=Chocolate&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=47495413661978&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
Marble:
sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
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Create a free profile at 3dprintlog.com today, and start recording all your print settings and filament usage!
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👀 See my recommended printers, filament, and accessories on my Amazon Idea Lists! (Affiliate Links)
🆕 3D Printing Equipment for Beginners: amzn.to/2PNblSL
⚡ 3D Printing Equipment for Intermediate Hobbyists: amzn.to/2OOuQOy
💯 3D Printing Equipment for Advanced Users - Liquid Resin SLA/DLP: amzn.to/2PpqWuK
🎁 See the TEVO Tornado on Amazon: amzn.to/2TnhQhn
🎥 Hoffman Engineering Youtube/Video Equipment - See on Amazon: amzn.to/2O9oP9I
🆕 Microphone - Rode NT1 Microphone: amzn.to/4i3frmB
Thank you to all my Patreons for helping make these videos possible. Join me at patreon.com/HoffmanEngineering
Special thanks to my tier 2 and above patrons:
* Reese N.
* Gary
Christopher Hoffman
Hoffman Engineering
https://www.hoffman.engineering
00:33 Disclaimer
00:53 Intelligent Filament System (IFS) Explained
02:43 Quick-Change Nozzle & Hotend Design
03:16 Core XY Motion System & Speed Tests
04:00 Bed Features & Print Volume Limits
04:53 Noise Levels
05:01 Control Panel & Interface
05:17 Optional Accessories (Camera & Enclosure)
05:39 Unboxing & Easy Assembly
06:29 Orca-Flashforge Slicer Software
07:46 Mobile App Overview
08:12 Print Examples Overview
08:20 Multi-Color Headphone Holder Test
08:38 Dual-Color 3D Benchy Print
09:10 Four-Color Donald Duck Models
09:23 Filament Waste Analysis (Purge Blobs)
10:34 Desert Kiss Dice Tower Print
10:42 Flexible Snake Print
10:54 Speed Boat at 600mm/s
11:26 Scaled Captain America Bust
12:39 TPU & Multi-Material Printing
12:54 Final Thoughts & Conclusion
13:48 Pricing & Value Comparison
14:48 Outro
#3DPrinter #Flashforge #AD5X
*** Save $30 using my link: flashforge.sjv.io/9L6Dd3 ***
Looking for an affordable multi-color 3D printer that doesn’t cut corners on speed or quality? In this video, I review the Flashforge AD5X, a Core-XY 3D printer with speeds up to 600mm/s and Flashforge’s new Intelligent Filament System (IFS) that makes 4-color printing simple and compact. I’ll cover unboxing, setup, software, print quality, filament waste, and show real-world test prints - from Benchies and statues to flexible filaments. With a $399 price tag, the AD5X promises to be one of the best-value multi-color printers on the market. Watch to see where it shines, where it struggles, and whether it’s the right 3D printer for your workshop.
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👀 See more information about the Flashforge AD5X (Affiliate Links)
AD5X 3D Printer: flashforge.sjv.io/9L6Dd3
AD5X Enclosure Combo: flashforge.sjv.io/je7060
AD5X Camera Combo: flashforge.sjv.io/POQEdQ
Accessories for the AD5X:
Enclosure Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/55dE0N
Camera Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/kOKE2d
Nozzle Kit: flashforge.sjv.io/GKyJdL
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Sunlu makes awesome filament, check out the filament I used:
Dice Tower - Sunlu Brick Red Marble PLA: sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
Multi-color Donald Ducks: sunlu.com/products/over-6kg-bundle-sale-pla-and-pla-plus-pla-meta-macaron-filament1kg-roll?_pos=1&_psq=Chocolate&_ss=e&_v=1.0&variant=47495413661978&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
Marble:
sunlu.com/products/high-speed-pla-marble-3d-printer-filament-1kg?_pos=1&_sid=8fdc65e42&_ss=r&variant=49959995179290&sca_ref=6509515.9CIaM1NpXK&sca_source=AD5X
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Create a free profile at 3dprintlog.com today, and start recording all your print settings and filament usage!
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
👀 See my recommended printers, filament, and accessories on my Amazon Idea Lists! (Affiliate Links)
🆕 3D Printing Equipment for Beginners: amzn.to/2PNblSL
⚡ 3D Printing Equipment for Intermediate Hobbyists: amzn.to/2OOuQOy
💯 3D Printing Equipment for Advanced Users - Liquid Resin SLA/DLP: amzn.to/2PpqWuK
🎁 See the TEVO Tornado on Amazon: amzn.to/2TnhQhn
🎥 Hoffman Engineering Youtube/Video Equipment - See on Amazon: amzn.to/2O9oP9I
🆕 Microphone - Rode NT1 Microphone: amzn.to/4i3frmB
Thank you to all my Patreons for helping make these videos possible. Join me at patreon.com/HoffmanEngineering
Special thanks to my tier 2 and above patrons:
* Reese N.
* Gary
Christopher Hoffman
Hoffman Engineering
https://www.hoffman.engineering
00:33 Disclaimer
00:53 Intelligent Filament System (IFS) Explained
02:43 Quick-Change Nozzle & Hotend Design
03:16 Core XY Motion System & Speed Tests
04:00 Bed Features & Print Volume Limits
04:53 Noise Levels
05:01 Control Panel & Interface
05:17 Optional Accessories (Camera & Enclosure)
05:39 Unboxing & Easy Assembly
06:29 Orca-Flashforge Slicer Software
07:46 Mobile App Overview
08:12 Print Examples Overview
08:20 Multi-Color Headphone Holder Test
08:38 Dual-Color 3D Benchy Print
09:10 Four-Color Donald Duck Models
09:23 Filament Waste Analysis (Purge Blobs)
10:34 Desert Kiss Dice Tower Print
10:42 Flexible Snake Print
10:54 Speed Boat at 600mm/s
11:26 Scaled Captain America Bust
12:39 TPU & Multi-Material Printing
12:54 Final Thoughts & Conclusion
13:48 Pricing & Value Comparison
14:48 Outro
#3DPrinter #Flashforge #AD5X
