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MakerBot Replicator 2X vs Ultimaker 2

17.36 in
16.14 in
MakerBot Replicator 2X 3D Printer
MakerBot Replicator 2X
14.06 in
15.28 in
Ultimaker 2 3D Printer
Ultimaker 2
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
2
2 editorial reviews
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
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
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3.7 out of 5
5 user ratings
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4 stars
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User rating
37
4.2 out of 5
37 user ratings
5 stars
37 %
4 stars
43 %
3 stars
18 %
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37
4.2 out of 5
37 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
40 %
3 stars
16 %
2 stars
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Full Comparison

General

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Assembly kitnono
Number of extruders11
Print speed< 8030 - 300
Printing technology
Fused Filament Fabrication
FDM

Connectivity

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
InterfacesUSBUSB

Image

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Displayyesyes

Dimensions

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Colour of productBlackWhite
Width17.36 in14.06 in
Height16.14 in15.28 in
Depth20.79 in13.46 in
Layer resolution / Thickness (Z-axis)
  • 100
  • 20
Max. object size width9.69 in9.06 in
Max. object size height6.1 in8.07 in
Max. object size depth5.98 in8.86 in
Nozzle size0.02 in0.02 in
Weight35.27 lb24.69 lb

Storage

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Memory card readernoyes
Compatible memory cards
Secure Digital
Secure Digital

Materials

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Material dimension1.75mm3mm
Printable materials
  • ABS
  • Polylactic acid
  • ABS plastic
  • PLA plastic

Power

MakerBot Replicator 2XMakerBot Replicator 2X
Ultimaker 2Ultimaker 2
Operational Power Consumption (min-max)< 1500 - 0

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

          Often compared with Ultimaker 2