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Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer Review

If you want to try out a 3D printer and you’re not interested in spending a lot of money in order to do so, you should know that an affordable 3D printer is out there. It’s called the Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer and it retails for the amazingly low price.

This desktop design is fun to use and it’ll give you the power to create, via its wide array of practical features.

Today, we’d like to share some interesting information about this innovative printer’s features and benefits. To wrap things up, we’ll also let you know what real-life customers have to say about this model…

What Features Does It Have?

This 3D printer may be used with every filament type, so it’s very versatile. It comes with a build plate which is heated, as well as an assortment of extruder temperature options. When you choose this affordable design, you’ll be able to use ABS, PLA and basic filaments, or opt for more sophisticated materials, including metal composites, dissolvable PVAs, wood and conductive PLA.

Learn the difference between PLA and ABS Filament.

As well, since this design has such a compact “footprint”, you’ll find that it sits nicely on a desktop or average size. It’s an attractive printer with an open-frame design which will grant you a clear view of printing while it’s happening. While its overall look is a bit bare bones, you are accessing a very affordable 3D printer when you choose the Monoprice Select. So, you won’t be getting every bell and whistle that you’d get with a printer which costs thousands of dollars.

Enjoy Plug and Play Performance

Many 3D printers require a great deal of assembly in order to function effectively. This one is shipped out in a fully-assembled state, which means that you’ll be able to get it going shortly after you take it out of the box. This 3D printer was calibrated at the factory, so you won’t have to do the calibration yourself unless you wish to adjust a setting before you print for the first time.

As well, you should know that this cool and ultra-modern 3D printer includes a sample of the filament of the PLA type and that it has a MicroSD card which is pre-installed.

Also, this design features a cooling fan for the build plate nozzle. The build plate is crafted from heated aluminum. The kit that you’ll receive when you order will include a MicroSD card, as well as a Micro USB card. As well, it includes model files which are pre-loaded. This 3D printer works with PCs and Macs and it’s compatible with a range of popular software, such as the Repetier and Cura programs.

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Now, let’s summarize what will come with your printer when you purchase it online. You’ll receive the MP Select Mini 3D printer, as well as a rack for filament, an adapter of AC type, a power cord (AC), a cable of the Micro SD type, a Micro SD card, a bed scraper made of plastic and a hex wrench for bed leveling.

This Model Comes With a Warranty

This 3D printer comes with a one-year warranty for replacement. There is also a thirty-day, money-back guarantee. If you don’t like the product for any reason, just send it back and the company will provide you with a complete refund. Some conditions do apply.

Technical Support is Available

This rugged 3D printer is built to last and it undergoes a stringent quality control process before being shipped out to the end-user. Since the company really cares, you’ll find that this budget-priced 3D printer is fairly priced in light of its excellent quality.

As well, technical support will be yours for the asking. Monoprice employs a large group of helpful tech wizards who are standing by in order to offer assistance when it’s needed. Contact them before you buy or after in order to get all of your questions answered.

Pros and Cons of Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer

Even the highest-priced 3D printers aren’t perfect. Almost every 3D printer gets some bad reviews. In general, this model has more pros than cons.

Pros of this model include plug and play performance, durable, sturdy construction and many options for materials. Some cheaper models only take one type of filament. This one offers a host of materials options, which means that you’ll be able to experiment in order to get different effects.

As well, it’s got a cooling fan which keeps the build plate from overheating, as well as a compact footprint which makes it simple to put this printer on desks or tables.

In terms of drawbacks, one customer complained that it froze a lot and gave it a one-star review. This isn’t a standard complaint. We checked other reviews and most were very positive. Some people felt that the amount of sample filament which was included was woefully inadequate. It wasn’t enough to make the sample design that the company recommends for first printing. So, be sure to order some extra filament when you purchase this 3D printer. Then, you won’t be disappointed.

Most people find this 3D printer fun to use. It’s not as complicated as many printers of this type and this is something that most users appreciate. They want a 3D printer that they can actually understand!

Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer Right for You?

If you want quality without compromise and you prefer to spend less, you may want to give this 3D printer a try. It’s a best-seller for a reason. Since it makes so many other buyers happy, you’ll probably have a good experience, too. As well, you’ll have thirty days to return it if you aren’t completely satisfied with it. So, why not order it today?

Related:

• Monoprice 13860 Maker Select 3d Printer V2
• Monoprice Maker Select Plus 3D Printer
• Monoprice Maker Select Ultimate 3D Printer

Monoprice Select Mini 3d Printer V2 User's Manual Free

It may seem like an easy choice since one printer has 4x the build space of the other, but we don’t think the answer is that simple. Today’s Monoprice Select Mini vs Monoprice Maker Select v2 comparison looks beyond build size to find a clear winner.

Monoprice has caught your attention with two of the most affordable 3D printers on the market. Now it’s just time to choose which one you want to take home.

Monoprice Select Mini VS Monoprice Maker Select v2 In Depth 3D Printer Comparison

Monoprice Select Mini Basics

Essentially a miniaturized version of the MP Maker Select v2, the MP Select Mini features a tiny 4.7cm³ build space. Its footprint is equally small, taking up just 13.5″ x 11.3” x 7.5″ on your desk.

The included build plate is heated and this printer can be pushed up to 260°C. Since the Monoprice Select Minis now ship with all-metal hot endFs you can print with high-temp exotics without needing to upgrade.

Print resolution and speed aren’t the greatest, but we’re talking about a low cost 3D printer. Print at resolutions between 100-400 microns at a snail-like 55mm/s. Connect via USB, microSD, or (spotty) WiFi using any software or OS, the Monoprice Select Mini is nothing if not versatile.

See the full Monoprice Select Mini 3D Printer Review.

Monoprice Maker Select v2 Basics

Monoprice Mini 3d Printer V2

The most important difference between these two 3D printers is the build space. The Monoprice Maker Select v2 has almost four times the total print volume of the Mini with a build space measuring 7.9” x 7.9” x 7”. That 7” Y-axis makes all the difference, allowing you to print diagonal objects up to 11”.

As with the MP Select Mini, the MP Maker Select v2 includes a heated print bed but requires a hot end upgrade to exceed 230°C.

This 3D printer is also known for it’s slow prints, maxing out at 100mm/s. Unless quality isn’t an issue, more realistic printing speeds are ~50mm/s. Print resolutions also range from 100-400 microns, and as you would expect print quality between these two 3D printers is indistinguishable.

See the full Monoprice Maker Select v2 3D Printer Review.

Monoprice Select Mini VS Monoprice Maker Select v2: Print Quality and Construction

The choice between these two 3D printers is difficult because they’re so similar. Both the MP Select Mini and MP Maker Select v2 feature durable all-steel frames and solid construction, which is hard to find in their price point.

Adding to their value, both 3D printers come with a heated print bed and capable extruders that can print in a range of filaments.

Micro 3d Printer

For beginners, both of these 3D printers come almost fully assembled and can be printing in well under an hour. For more advanced users, they are both easy to mod and upgrade for truly impressive prints. To that point, we suggest some immediate upgrades for both of these machines.

Monoprice cut some corners with both of these printers and it shows in components like fans, power supplies, and nozzles.

Monoprice Select Mini VS Monoprice Maker Select v2: User Experience

Monoprice Select Mini 3d Printer V2 User Manual

Along with its small print envelope, the MP Select Mini weighs under 10lbs and can fit almost anywhere as one of the smallest 3D printers we’ve ever tested. It also has a sleek, modern design with a full-color integrated display. Blink and you might miss it, this 3D printer should fit seamlessly in any office or garage space.

The MP Maker Select v2 is another story. Between the bulky frame and blocky power supply/control box, this printer looks like it belongs on the set of the original Star Trek.

The printer measures about 16.1” x 15.3” x 15.3” and the power supply measures 4.7” x 13.7” x 4.7”. Together they weigh well over 20lbs, and as you would expect, this printer is a bit louder than the MP Select Mini.

Monoprice Mp Select Mini 3d Printer V2 Manual

Beyond aesthetics, the MP Select Mini is also more reliable out of the box. Fewer of its parts are known to fail and be unstable, and you could feasibly never replace a single component. The MP Maker Select v2, however, needs a little more love for reliable, high-quality prints.

As mentioned, the MP Select Mini also comes with an all metal hot end, meaning you can experiment with more filament without upgrading like you must with the MP Maker Select v2.

Monoprice Select Mini VS Monoprice Maker Select v2 Verdict

So, is the Monoprice Maker Select v2 worth the extra cash for all that extra build space? For some people, the answer will be a resounding ‘Yes!’. Since the both printers have the same fair-to-good print quality without modification, it seems like a no-brainer to choose the largest build space so you can print the biggest models.

For most people, however, we recommend the MP Select Mini instead. This miniature 3D printer is the perfect machine for beginners who want to experiment and learn more before making a big investment.

You can do a surprising amount in the MP Select Mini’s 4.7”³ build space, meanwhile the endless filament options and modding potential should keep you busy well into the future.

If you absolutely must have the larger build space, we suggest saving for a closed-frame printer like the QIDI TECH I.