Updated October 1, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
Bambu Lab vs SOVOL
Bambu Lab vs SOVOL: the differences
| Compare |  Bambu Lab | SOVOL ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €189 | $89 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 350 | 500Higher |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | 600 | 1,200Higher |
| Markets | DE, AT, BE, NL, FR, LU, IE, CH, CZ, PL, HU, LV, LT, SK, SI, EE, RO, BG, HR, DK, SE, FI, NO, IT, ES, PT, GR, MT, CY | US, CA, GB, AU, NZ, SG, JP, PH, TH, KR, MY, HK, TW, CN, EU |
| Warranty | 1 to 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Laser power (W) | 55 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Multi-colour printing (Yes), Enclosed models (Yes).
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Key differences
- SOVOL scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.0.
- Largest build size (mm) is higher at SOVOL: 500 vs 350.
- Top print speed (mm/s) is higher at SOVOL: 1,200 vs 600.
- Support channels: only SOVOL offers Email.
- SOVOL is available in 12 more countries.
- Products: only Bambu Lab offers Laser engraver, Cutting machine.
- Markets: only Bambu Lab offers DE, AT, BE.
- Markets: only SOVOL offers US, CA, GB.
Our verdict on each
Bambu Lab
Bambu Lab suits makers who want printing, laser engraving and cutting from one maker, and the €189 entry point keeps the first machine reachable. What you trade is cover and help: warranty runs 1 to 2 years, and support lists help centre and community only.
SOVOL
SOVOL suits buyers starting out with desktop FDM printing or replacing a machine, with printers from $89 and free delivery on every order. Enclosed models and multi colour printing cover the usual hobby needs, and returns run for 14 days.
Score breakdown
| Area | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1Entry price of €189 sits under the €262.21 median for FDM printers, and delivery turns free at the €55 to €119 threshold. | 10.0HigherEntry at $89 with free delivery at a $0 minimum order value keeps the first purchase cheap. |
| Offer | 8.9Multi colour and Enclosed are both yes, and fdm printer, laser engraver and cutting machine covers FDM printing, laser engraving and cutting in one range. | 9.3HigherMulti colour and enclosed models are offered alongside 1,200 mm/s print speed at the entry price of $89. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.2Returns run for 14 days and support runs on email, help centre and community, so cover is written rather than voice based. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | China | Hong Kong |
Available in 27 countries for both. Additional countries for Bambu Lab: 2. Additional countries for SOVOL: 14.
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| 3D printers | 30 of 39 | 25 of 39 |
| Electronics stores | 176 of 239 | 157 of 239 |
How the counts compare
| Fact | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Largest build size (mm) | 350 | 500 |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | 600 | 1,200 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Fdm printer, Laser engraver, Cutting machineCovers more | Fdm printer |
| Legal entity | Bambulab GmbH | SOVOL TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED |
| Headquarters | China | Hong Kong |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2018 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Electronics stores
| Fact | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Departments | Not confirmed | Refurbished |
| Free delivery threshold | €55 to €119 | $0 |
| Return window | 30 daysHigher | 14 days |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Bambu Lab | SOVOL | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largest build size (mm) | 350below the median | 500above the median | 390 |
| Warranty | 1 to 2 yearshighest quarter | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | 600at the median | 1,200highest quarter | 600 |
| Laser power (W) | 55below the median | Not confirmed | 60 |
Median across 23 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Bambu Lab
Pros
- One maker covers three machine types: fdm printer, laser engraver and cutting machine runs from FDM printers to a laser engraver and a cutting machine.
- Entry at €189 sits below the €262.21 median for FDM printers, though above the €156.98 median for laser engravers and cutters.
- Multi colour and Enclosed are both yes, and a 350 mm build volume with 600 mm/s covers functional parts as well as display models.
Cons
- Warranty runs 1 to 2 years, short of the 3 years on offer at the top of the FDM printer field.
- Support runs on help centre and community only, so phone and chat are not among the listed channels.
- The 350 mm build volume is a mid sized chamber, well under the 1,800 mm the largest printers in our data reach.
SOVOL
Pros
- Entry pricing of $89 puts Sovol first of 27 brands on price from.
- Free delivery on every order because the spend threshold is $0.
- Multi colour printing is supported and enclosed models sit in the range, so multi material work and higher temperature materials have an option.
Cons
- Support runs on email, help centre and community, with no phone line or live chat in that list.
- A 14 day return window is a short commitment for a hardware order.
- The range is FDM only, where MatterHackers covers fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner.
Who each suits
Bambu Lab
Who it suits
- Makers who want printing, laser engraving and cutting under one account, since fdm printer, laser engraver and cutting machine covers all three.
- Buyers who put multi colour and an enclosed chamber ahead of a long warranty, given cover of 1 to 2 years.
- Shoppers in the European markets on the shipping list, where delivery is free above the €55 to €119 threshold.
Who should look elsewhere
- Makers who want resin printing or scanning, since fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner adds resin printers and scanners to the FDM line.
- Buyers who want a plain FDM range without laser and cutting machines, since fdm printer lists FDM printers only.
- Shoppers who want one distributor for FDM printers and scanners instead of a maker brand, since fdm printer and 3d scanner covers both.
SOVOL
Who it suits
- First time buyers who want a filament machine without a distributor sized catalogue, priced from $89 with free delivery.
- Hobbyists who need multi colour printing or an enclosed chamber, both listed in the range.
- Shoppers in the listed shipping markets, US, CA and GB, who are content with written support on email, help centre and community.
Who should look elsewhere
- Resin, laser or cutting machine shoppers, since MatterHackers covers fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner on one site.
- Buyers who want resin or laser hardware from a maker brand, which LONGER covers with fdm printer, resin printer and laser engraver.
- Anyone planning to add a scanner to the same basket, since Farnell lists fdm printer and 3d scanner.
Country by country
| Country | Bambu Lab | SOVOL |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
| Canada | No | Yes |
| China | No | Yes |
| Hong Kong | No | Yes |
| Japan | No | Yes |
| Malaysia | No | Yes |
| New Zealand | No | Yes |
| Norway | Yes | No |
8 of 43 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Bambu Lab
What does the cheapest Bambu Lab machine cost?+
Entry pricing starts at €189 on the European store, which is under the €262.21 median for FDM printers in our data. It is a price for hardware rather than a tier, so there is no renewal figure to plan around and your total is the machine plus consumables. Compare it with other machine prices, not with plan fees.
How long is the Bambu Lab warranty?+
Warranty runs 1 to 2 years, so each machine is covered for a fixed term after purchase. That is shorter than the 3 years carried by the longest warranty in the FDM printer field, which matters if a failure would stop output rather than delay a hobby print. Read the term before committing to a larger machine.
SOVOL
How much does a Sovol printer cost to start with?+
Sovol lists FDM printers from $89, and that entry figure places it first of 27 brands in our comparison. Enclosed models and multi colour printing are part of the range, so the entry machine sits below the larger machines that carry those features.
Which countries does Sovol ship to?+
Sovol ships across US, CA and GB, so the store serves North America, Europe and much of Asia Pacific rather than one home market alone. Support for those orders comes through email, help centre and community, and returns are handled under the same 14 day window.