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FlashForge Creator Pro vs MakerBot Replicator 2

18.9 in
13.31 in
FlashForge Creator Pro 3D Printer
FlashForge Creator Pro
19.29 in
14.96 in
MakerBot Replicator 2 3D Printer
MakerBot Replicator 2
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
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1 editorial reviews
The Creator Pro is a middle-of-the-road 3D printer at a reasonable price. While this model isn't the best quality printer or the best value, it's a decent...Read more
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3 editorial reviews
Going further up the pricing scale, MakerBot's new two-color 3D printer is one of the most exciting products in its category.Read more
Since being bought out by 3D printing giant Stratsys in 2013, Makerbot has struggled to find a new spot in the 3D printer market. The company is now aiming at educational and high-volume print users with the $2,499 Replicator+, the sixthRead more
The dual-extruder MakerBot's Replicator 2X 3D printer produces good-quality objects using two colors. But it's best suited for advanced users who are willing to roll up their sleeves and perform some potentially tricky repairs if need be.Read more
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User rating
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3.9 out of 5
44 user ratings
5 stars
25 %
4 stars
45 %
3 stars
27 %
2 stars
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1 stars
2 %
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4.1 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
41 %
3 stars
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2 stars
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Full Comparison

General

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
Assembly kitnono
Number of extruders21
Print speed30 - 200< 80
Printing technologyFDM
Fused Filament Fabrication

Connectivity

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
InterfacesUSBUSB

Image

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
Displayyesyes
Touchscreennono

Dimensions

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
Colour of productBlackBlack
Width18.9 in19.29 in
Height13.31 in14.96 in
Depth15.16 in16.54 in
Layer resolution / Thickness (Z-axis)
  • 100
  • 500
  • 100
Max. object size width8.86 in11.22 in
Max. object size height5.71 in6.1 in
Max. object size depth5.91 in6.02 in
Nozzle size0.02 in0.02 in
Precision/Tolerance (XY-axis)0.0 in0.0 in
Precision/Tolerance (Z-axis)0.0 in0.0 in
Weight29.76 lb25.35 lb

Storage

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
Memory card readeryesyes
Compatible memory cards
Secure Digital
Secure Digital

Materials

FlashForge Creator ProFlashForge Creator Pro
MakerBot Replicator 2MakerBot Replicator 2
Material dimension1.75mm1.75mm
Printable materials
  • ABS plastic
  • LayBrick
  • LayWood
  • Nylon
  • PET plastic
  • PLA plastic
  • PVA plastic
  • ABS
  • Polylactic acid

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

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