Hi All,

I've been researching 3D printers and narrowed my field to the following 3 printers: The Makergear M2, xyzPrinting Da Vinci AIO, and Flashforge Creator Pro.

Here's the pros & cons I've found of each, please let me know if I missed any big features, as I'm new to 3D printing.

Makergear M2
Pros:
  • Most Accurate @ .02 print accuracy
  • 2nd Largest Print Area Behind Robo 1 @ 254mm x 203mm x 203mm
  • Prints ABS/PLA, but I've also read it will accepts Laywood (not sure about flexible filament)
  • Heated Print Bed
  • 4.9/5 Stars on Amazon - the highest rated printer


Cons:
  • Most expensive @ $1565 delivered for new unassembled kit
  • Single nozzle
  • Don't think it has auto bed leveling feature, but not 100% sure.


xyzPrinting Da Vinci AIO
Pros:
  • Only printer of these 4 with 3D scanner built in, which I thought was very cool
  • Price - 2nd cheapest printer
  • Decent Print Quality at 100 micron


Cons:
  • 2.8/5 Starts On Amazon - The Lowest Rated Of These 4 Printers


Flashforge Creator Pro
Pros:
  • Dual Nozzle
  • Heated Print Bed
  • 4.5/5 Star Rating On Amazon


Cons:
  • 2nd Most Expensive Printer @ $1199 Delivered & Assembled
  • Smallest Print Area Of These 4 Printers


Robo R1
Pros:

  • Decent Print Quality at 100 micron
  • Largest Print Area at 254mm x 228mm x 203mm
  • Cheapest Printer @ $799 Delivered & Assembled
  • Can Print ABS/PLA/T-Glase/Laywood/HIPS/Flexible Filament
  • Auto-Leveling, Heated Platform


Cons:
  • 3.8/5 stars on amazon
  • Single Nozzle




My Thoughts: I like the idea of the integrated scanner of the da vinci, but the number of negative reviews on amazon are concerning. The makergear M2's accuracy is great as is it's overall rating on amazon, but the price is up there. The robo R1 seems to be giving the makergear a run for it's money though it does have the 2nd lowest rating gettin only 3.8/5 stars on amazon. Right now, I'm leaning towards the makerbot kit, but wanted everyone's opinion before pulling the trigger on a purchase of this magnitude. Thanks!