Compare Ender 3 vs Ender 3 PRO vs M5C
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| Model | Ender 3[BUY Ender 3] |
Ender 3 PRO[BUY Ender 3 PRO] |
M5C[BUY M5C] |
| Estimated price | $210,00 | $258,00 | $399,00 |
| Fabricante | Creality 3D | Creality 3D | AnkerMake |
| Release Year | 2018 | 2019 | 2023 |
| Print Volume [mm] | 220x220x250 | 220x220x250 | 220x220x250 |
| Printer Size [mm] | 440x440x465 | 440x440x465 | 466x374x480 |
| Weight [kg] | 6,62 | 6,62 | 9,6 |
| Power Loss Recovery | NO | NO | YES |
| Enclosed printer | NO | NO | NO |
| Bed Leveling | Manual | Manual | Automatic |
| Filament End Sensor | NO | NO | YES |
| Bed type | Heated | Heated | Heated |
| Power supply system | Bowden | Bowden | Direct Drive |
| Standard nozzle | 0,4 | 0,4 | 0,4 |
| Maximum Nozzle Temperature [°C] | 255 | 255 | 300 |
| Maximum Bed Temperature [°C] | 110 | 110 | 100 |
| Maximum printing speed [mm/s] | 180 | 180 | 500 |
| Filament holder | YES | YES | YES |
| Camera for supervision | NO | NO | NO |
| Recommended filaments | PLA, TPU, ABS, PETG | PLA, TPU, ABS, PETG | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, PA, PLA-CF, PETG-CF, PA-CF |
| Recommended slicers | Cura, Simplify, Slic3r | Cura, Simplify, Slic3r | AnkerMake Studio (macOS, Windows), Simplify3D, Ultimaker Cura, PrusaSlicer |
| Maximum Resolution [mm] | 0,1 | 0,1 | 0,1 |
| Processor | 8 bits | 32 bits | |
| Display | Mono | Mono | |
| Power Supply | 24V / 270W | 24V / 360W Meanwell | 350 W |
| Connectivity | SD / USB | SD / USB | Wi-Fi, USB-C, Bluetooth |
| Operating systems | Windows, Mac, Linux | Windows, Mac, Linux | Windows, Linux e Macbook |
| Date of registration in the system | 2021-04-13 | 2021-04-14 | 2024-09-11 |
| Release date | 2018 | 2019 | 2023 |
| Extra features | The Ender 3 V1 is a DIY assembly 3D printer, a sales leader since 2017, standing out for its cost-benefit. With a wide printing capacity, it has a CNC machined structure for precision and stability. It offers high-precision prints with low noise, thanks to its innovative V-profile and pulleys. It has a self-adhesive magnetic platform for easy removal of models and excellent adhesion. The Ender 3 heats up quickly, reaching 100°C in 5 minutes, ideal for agile prints. It includes protection against power failures, allowing you to resume printing after interruptions, saving time and material. | The Ender 3 Pro stands out for its beginner-friendly assembly and easily modifiable structure. With a 350W power supply, it heats up quickly and has a simple application that offers good print quality. However, its motors and fans are noisy, and the interface seems outdated. Assembly is accessible, without the need for advanced techniques, and it has integrated belt tensioners. It includes a detailed guide and supports microSD card and USB. | The AnkerMake M5 printer stands out for its impressive print speed, reaching up to 500mm/s. It features AI print monitoring, an integrated camera for creating timelapses, auto-leveling bed with pressure sensor, direct extruder, flexible PEI-coated build plate, and Wi-Fi and USB-C connectivity. Assembly is quick and easy, and the printer is designed to deliver high print quality and ease of use. |
| Support for multiple colors and materials (AMS and CFS) | NO | NO | NO |
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| Cost-benefit | 6 / 10 | 6 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Hardware | 0.5 / 10 | 0.5 / 10 | 3.2 / 10 |
| Screen | . | . | . |
| Print volume | 3 / 10 | 3 / 10 | 3 / 10 |
| Performance | 1 / 10 | 1 / 10 | 4 / 10 |
| [BUY Ender 3] | [BUY Ender 3 PRO] | [BUY M5C] |
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