We tested Creality

The Creality K1C on a table surrounded by dinoasaur 3D prints from our testing. A vase sits in the enclosure
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We’ve had some great experiences testing out Creality’s range of 3D printers – from beginner-friendly units to machines for large-scale printing projects. So, I was excited to see that plenty of them have been discounted over at Amazon right now. Based on our workshop testing, I’ve selected the four that are absolutely worth checking out.

For beginners, check out the Creality Ender 3 V3 SE for $187 (was $219). If you’re a hobbyist on a budget, the excellent Creality K1C has dropped to $399 (was $499).

For an exceptional mid-range pick, the Creality K2 Pro is now $649 (was $849). And finally, the Creality K2 Plus Combo for $1199 (was $1529) is an easy recommendation for larger 3D printing.

Which 3D printer should you buy?

Choose the Creality Ender 3 V3 SE if…
You want a beginner-friendly 3D printer under $200. This is one of the most affordable, reliable, and easy-to-use machines that’s ever undergone our workshop tests.

Choose the Creality K1C if…
You’re looking to upgrade from a basic 3D printer without spending more than $400. It’s our 3D printing expert’s favorite 3D printer, and can handle more materials.

Choose the Creality K2 Pro if…
You’re a hobbyist looking for a mid-range all-rounder that hits the sweet spot in terms of speed and accuracy for serious everyday projects.

Choose the Creality K2 Plus if…
You need a large build area for ambitious printing projects like crafting and cosplay accessories.

Creality Ender 3 V3 SE

Why we recommend it

We scored the Creality Ender 3 V3 SE 4.5 stars in our review, with a Highly Recommended award – it’s a great 3D printer for beginners at a price that’s very accessible. It’s almost as cheap as it was over Black Friday, where it sold for $174.

The catch? With its open-frame design, it’s not as fast as others and it lacks features like a built-in camera and touchscreen.

Creality K1C

Why we recommend it

The Creality K1C is our 3D printing expert’s favorite machine – it’s not an ultra high-end unit, but during our tests it performed brilliantly for a relatively budget machine, suitable for just about everyone. The cheapest I’ve seen this on Amazon is $369, so while not the lowest ever price, it’s still a good deal for what you get here.

The catch? It’s not the most accurate 3D printer in this price bracket, but it still beats most rivals if you want the complete package.

Creality K2 Pro

Why we recommend it

An unofficial upgrade on the K1C, we called the Creality K2 Pro “an exceptionally good 3D printer” capable of producing some of the best prints in its price bracket in our review, where it scored 4.5 stars and a Highly Recommended award. This is an all-time low price on Amazon, making it unmissable.

The catch? While it supports multi-color 3D printing, it was slow during our workshop testing.

Creality K2 Plus

Why we recommend it

With a build volume of 350 x 350 x 350mm, the Creality K2 Plus is the one to go for if you want to print larger pieces – in our 4.5-star review, we praised the build quality, features, versatile material support that “ultimately produces outstanding prints.” This isn’t the cheapest I’ve seen it on sale, as back in June it hit $1099 – so you might want to wait to save a little more.

The catch? Due to the build volume, this 3D printer has a large footprint that won’t be suitable for a lot of spaces.


For more top-performing machines, see our guide to the best 3D printers we’ve tested.

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Steve is B2B Editor for Creative & Hardware at TechRadar Pro, helping business professionals equip their workspace with the right tools. He tests and reviews the software, hardware, and office furniture that modern workspaces depend on, cutting through the hype to zero in on the real-world performance you won’t find on a spec sheet. He is a relentless champion of the Oxford comma.

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