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If you’ve been considering getting into 3D printing but the price for starting has been putting you off, I've found a fantastic deal on one of our favorite affordable 3D printers. Right now, the Creality Hi combo is now $330 (was $450) at Best Buy.
When our 3D printing expert Alastair reviewed this model, he called it "exceptional" and "a great entry-level 3D printer with loads of potential."
Getting started doesn’t take long because the unit arrives 95% pre-assembled and only needs seven screws tightened before powering up. A quick-start guide also walks you through software setup and first calibrations, which helps remove guesswork during that first print.
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Multi-color printing is where this bundle becomes much more interesting than standard entry-level machines.
The included CFS unit connects through a hub on the back, and linking up to four CFS units allows printing in as many as 16 colors without stopping to swap filaments.
That flexibility also helps with support structures because the printer can use different materials for supports that snap away cleanly or dissolve in water.
Cleaner results with fewer visible marks save time that would otherwise go into sanding or repainting finished models.
The aluminum alloy body uses unibody die-cast construction that keeps movement steady during operation. Linear rails on the X-axis and dual rods on the Y-axis help maintain consistent motion, which translates into smoother surfaces and sharper detail.
Built-in vibration control software actively counters shaking during fast printing speeds. The system analyzes movement and sends opposite signals to cancel vibrations, helping reduce ringing artifacts that can ruin surface quality.
Daily operation is convenient thanks to a fold-away 3.2-inch touch screen that keeps controls accessible while saving desk space. A built-in camera supports remote monitoring and time-lapse sharing, while a privacy cap covers the lens when not in use.
At under $330, this is a truly exceptional model that makes high-quality printing far more accessible.
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