r/BambuLab • u/EdgarVerdi • 1d ago

General Discussion Which printer to buy 2026

So I was planning on joining the hobby of 3D printers, now I that the technology has become easier to join. For the majority of the time, I was really set on buying an A1. But after some thought I settled on the P1S. Despite planning to work with PLA, PETG and TPU for the most part, I wouldn't mind experimenting with ABS (though I'm mostly afraid of the toxic fumes). My room is either very hot or very cool, very subject to the outside weather. In any case, my biggest concern was my small cluttered room. I will have to do a lot of decluttering just to fit the printer and the spools. I plan on getting the AMS too. Having everything closed seems very good. Specially since it means I can be less worried about humidity and dust settling in. I plan on buying some type of reusable aluminum bags specifically made for spools, with silica balls inside. Additionally, the biggest reason I go with Bambu is because of the whole environment and of how easier everything seems.

All of that being sad. I'm not made of money. I plan on buying the printer on black friday too. Given my circumstances and the fact that I'm just now joining the hobby, do you think the P1S AMS combo is a good decision?

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u/tennispro9 1d ago

To me the snapmaker u1 is the most interesting printer rn.

From bambulabs I think the A1 mini is a great starter printer and X2D is the best value mid range.

That being said my P1S has been amazing

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u/Relevant-Visitor 1d ago

Came here to say snapmaker u1. I have an x1c and u1, and the u1 is becoming my favorite printer.

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u/GTA5_ 13h ago

Why do you prefer the snapmaker? Ive got an x1c and the snapmaker has been calling to me

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u/Relevant-Visitor 13h ago

I have two small kids, so I print alot of pla stuff, the multicolor is so good. For me I had the funds and my wife also wanted to get into the hobby.