Anycubic review
Updated September 30, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026
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Our verdict
Anycubic suits makers who want a roomy, enclosed printer with multi colour output at a mid-range entry price of $299. Buyers chasing a single specialist technology rather than a broad maker catalogue, or shopping outside US, get more elsewhere.
Key facts
- Best for
- Makers wanting an enclosed, multi colour printer with a 500 mm build volume at a mid-range price.
- Price from
- $299 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Largest build size (mm)
- 500 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Multi-colour printing
- Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Enclosed models
- Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Markets
- US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Founded
- 2015 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Support channels
- Help-centre, Community (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Products
- Fdm printer, Resin printer
- Official website
- anycubic.com
Electronics stores
Apps and profiles
- Elsewhere
- X
Pros and cons
Pros
- A 500 mm build volume that sits above the typical size for this category, and the range ranks at 7 of 23 on that measure.
- Multi colour printing and an enclosed frame are both part of the range, so you can print multi material parts in a contained chamber.
- Two print technologies are covered under fdm printer and resin printer, so filament and resin jobs come from the same brand.
- Support runs through help centre and community, with a help centre for setup questions and a community for ongoing tinkering.
- A refurbished line under refurbished gives a cheaper route into the same hardware.
Cons
- Support covers help centre and community only, so anyone who needs to speak to someone directly is limited to self service and peer help.
- Entry at $299 ranks at 16 of 27, so it is not the cheapest way into printing here.
- The store lists US only, which narrows where you can buy and have the machine shipped.
- The range covers fdm printer and resin printer alone, while MatterHackers also lists laser engravers and cutting machines for mixed workshop setups.
Who it suits
- Makers who want a 500 mm build volume with multi colour printing in an enclosed frame.
- Hobbyists who need both filament and resin work covered, since the range spans fdm printer and resin printer.
- Budget buyers who are happy with second hand stock from refurbished.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers who need phone or email support, since support runs on help centre and community only.
- Buyers who want a wider workshop catalogue, since MatterHackers also lists laser engravers and cutting machines.
- Anyone shopping outside US, where this store does not list a market.
What it does well
The standout here is volume. A 500 mm build area means taller parts print in one go, which saves you splitting a model into sections. That number puts the range comfortably above the size most buyers in this category settle for. Multi colour printing is supported, so colour changes and multi material parts do not need a manual swap mid job. The frame is enclosed, which matters for ABS and ASA work where fumes and draughts cause problems, and it also keeps pets and dust out of the chamber. Together those three points cover the practical reasons to pick this range: room to build, colour without constant intervention, and a chamber you can close.
Where it sits among rivals
On build size the range ranks at 7 out of 23 brands compared, a stronger showing than its price position. On entry price it sits at 16 out of 27, which means the $299 starting point is fair rather than a bargain. Read together, the picture is a brand that competes on the size of what it can make and treats price as secondary. That suits someone who would otherwise split a large part into pieces, and suits someone less if the model on the slicer already fits a smaller bed.
Who runs it
Anycubic has been building printers since 2015, so this is an established maker brand rather than a new name trading on a discount. Support comes through help centre and community. The help centre covers setup and troubleshooting for both print types, and the community is where owners trade profiles, firmware notes and upgrade advice. There is no phone line or live chat in that list, so problems that need a conversation have to be solved in writing or in public threads, which suits self sufficient tinkerers more than anyone expecting hand holding.
How Anycubic compares
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Where Anycubic is available
- Available
- United States
Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Anycubic printer cost?+
Printers start at $299, and that entry point ranks at 16 out of 27 brands compared. So this is a mid range entry rather than a budget machine. Higher tiers with more material colours or a larger chamber cost more, and the range goes up from that base price.
Which materials and print types can I buy from Anycubic?+
The range covers fdm printer and resin printer, so both filament and resin printing come from the same maker. That matters if you want fine detail in resin for miniatures and durable filament parts from one support team. You are not buying resin hardware here, since resin is not in the list.
How large a print can I make?+
Build area is 500 mm across the listed range, which ranks at 7 out of 23 brands compared. That is larger than the typical bed in this category, so tall or wide props print in a single build rather than in sliced sections.
Can Anycubic printers handle ABS and other difficult materials?+
The frames are enclosed, which is the feature that makes trickier plastics practical. An enclosed chamber holds heat and blocks draughts, both of which cause warping and layer adhesion problems on open machines. Multi colour printing is also supported, so multi material parts do not need a mid job change.
Where can I buy an Anycubic printer?+
The store lists US, so that is the market shown for direct purchase. Buying outside it means relying on a reseller rather than the brand's own store, which affects who handles warranty claims. Check local availability before committing to a large enclosed machine, since freight and returns on bulky hardware are the expensive part.
What support does Anycubic offer?+
Support runs through help centre and community. The help centre handles setup, slicer profiles and troubleshooting for both print types, while the community is useful for firmware notes and mods from other owners. There is no phone or live chat listed, so keep your questions and error details written down before you ask.
Can I buy an Anycubic printer second hand?+
The store carries refurbished stock under refurbished, which is the cheapest route into an enclosed multi colour machine. Refurbished units suit anyone who mainly wants the hardware and can handle a machine with prior use history. Check what the refurbishment covered before buying, especially nozzle and belt condition.
Sources
- anycubic.com checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Largest build size (mm), Enclosed models, Multi-colour printing
“Anycubic Kobra 3 Max V2 Combo ... 420*420*500mm Print Volume”
- store.anycubic.com/collections/3d-printers checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Markets, Price from, Products
“United States (English / $ USD)”
- store.anycubic.com/pages/shipping-policy checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Departments
“Refurbished 3D Printer /collections/official-refurbished”
- anycubic.com/about checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Founded, Support channels
“Anycubic was founded in 2015.”
Compiled from 4 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.
What changed
- September 30, 2026: Largest build size (mm) now 500
- September 30, 2026: Enclosed models now yes
- September 30, 2026: Founded now 2015
- September 30, 2026: Markets now US
- September 30, 2026: Multi-colour printing now yes
- September 30, 2026: Price from now 299 USD
- September 30, 2026: Products now fdm-printer, resin-printer
- September 30, 2026: Departments now refurbished
- September 30, 2026: Support channels now help-centre, community
- September 30, 2026: availability allowed now US
- September 30, 2026: axisScores cost now 8.8
- September 30, 2026: axisScores offer now 9.0
- September 30, 2026: axisScores trust now 9.0
- September 30, 2026: score now 8.9
Anycubic
Makers wanting an enclosed, multi colour printer with a 500 mm build volume at a mid-range price.