Best 3D Printer Deals This Week - Save Big

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Deal hunting for 3D printing equipment is a real skill. Retail prices shift weekly, “sales” sometimes aren’t, and knowing which deals are actually worth your money takes experience. Here’s what’s legitimately good this week across printers, accessories, and filament—with actual numbers to back it up.

Current Printer Deals Worth Considering

Bambu Lab P1S: $549 (Amazon / B&H Photo)

Regular price: $699. You’re looking at a solid $150 discount if you catch this in stock.

This is Bambu’s previous-generation flagship, and it’s still an exceptional printer. If you don’t need the integrated filament dryer of the P1S Plus, you’re saving $150 for a machine that prints at similar speeds (up to 250mm/s) with a 256mm cubic build volume. The main difference is that you’ll need to invest in their AMS separately if you want multi-color printing, but for single-color work, this is one of the best value plays in the market right now.

Caveat: Stock is inconsistent. Check both Amazon and B&H—whichever has it in stock today might not tomorrow. Set up alerts if you’re seriously considering it.

Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus: $279 (Creality Direct, Amazon)

Regular price: $349. This is a $70 discount that’s actually been holding relatively steady, but it’s worth grabbing now.

The V3 Plus sits in that weird space where it’s genuinely capable but not premium. 300 x 300 x 340mm build volume (one of the largest in this price range), direct-drive extruder, and a respectable leveling system. Print speed caps at around 150mm/s for quality work.

The catch: Creality’s support and documentation aren’t terrible, but they’re not Prusa-level either. You’ll need some problem-solving skills. Also, while this printer works fine with standard materials, the extruder setup is proprietary enough that upgrading later gets complicated. But for $279, if you’re willing to learn, it’s a capable machine.

Check Creality’s official site first—they sometimes bundle in free accessories when stocking inventory.

Anycubic Mega 8 Pro: $269 (Amazon)

Regular price: $329. Another $60 discount.

The Mega 8 Pro is a bit of a sleeper. It’s got a 212 x 212 x 205mm build volume (not huge, but usable), and it uses a straightforward FDM approach without too much complexity. Print speeds reach 120mm/s for normal work, which is moderate but reliable.

The real appeal here: simplicity. If you want a printer that doesn’t require constant tweaking and you’re printing smaller models or prototypes, the Mega 8 Pro delivers without demanding expertise. The trade-off is speed compared to newer machines, but sometimes steady beats fast.

Filament Deals (Where You Actually Save)

Filament pricing is where deal-hunting gets strategic. Here’s what’s actually discounted this week:

Prusament PLA: $16-18/kg (Prusa Direct)

Regular price: $23/kg. That’s roughly 25% off.

Prusament is engineered specifically for Prusa machines, but it works fine elsewhere too. The value here is consistency—batch-to-batch variation is minimal, which means fewer failed prints. If you’re doing serious work, consistent material beats bargain filament every time. At $17/kg, it’s expensive compared to budget brands, but the quality justification holds up.

Polymaker PolyTerra PLA: $12-14/kg (Amazon, various retailers)

Regular price: $18-20/kg. You’re saving $4-6/kg.

PolyTerra is genuinely good filament—reliable, available in interesting colors, and doesn’t require exotic print settings. Standard PLA temps (200°C nozzle, 60°C bed) work fine. If you’re printing decorative items or prototypes, this is the sweet spot between quality and cost. Grab it at $13/kg if you see it.

Prusament PETG: $18-21/kg (Prusa Direct)

Regular price: $26/kg. That’s roughly 20% off.

PETG is trickier to print than PLA, but it’s also way more durable. The material shrinks less, handles temperature better, and resists impact. Prusament PETG specifically has a reputation for consistency. If you’re printing functional parts—enclosure components, cable management, things that need to survive actual use—PETG is the better choice. The discount makes it worth experimenting with if you haven’t already.

Budget Filament Caution

Bulk filament from lesser-known brands might be 40% cheaper, but moisture absorption, inconsistent diameter tolerance, and poor color accuracy eat that discount in wasted prints. There’s a price floor below which you’re just throwing money away. Stick to established brands.

Accessory Deals Worth Acting On

Printing Platform Sheets: 40-50% off various retailers

Regular pricing runs $15-25 per sheet. This week, many retailers are clearing inventory at $8-12.

If you have a printer with a removable bed, extra sheets are never wasted. They wear over time—rough texture becomes smoother, surface gets scratched. A fresh sheet dramatically improves first-layer adhesion. Stock up if they’re discounted.

Nozzles (Hardened Steel/Tungsten): $4-6 each (Amazon, B&H)

Regular price: $8-12 each.

Standard brass nozzles wear surprisingly fast if you’re printing anything with carbon fiber, glass fiber, or metal fill. Hardened nozzles last way longer. Having spares is practical, and at this price, it’s worth grabbing a few.

Filament Storage Boxes: $15-25 (Amazon)

Regular price: $30-40.

Filament absorbs moisture constantly, especially PETG and Nylon. Dry storage matters. Sealed boxes with desiccant packs keep material in condition. If you’re serious about consistent prints, dry storage infrastructure is worth the investment. This week’s pricing is reasonable.

Deal Timing and Expiration

Most of these deals last 3-7 days depending on stock levels and retailer policy:

• Creality Direct deals: Usually 5-10 days, sometimes refreshed with new discounts
• Amazon stock-dependent deals: Can vanish in 1-2 days if popular items
• Specialty retailers (B&H, Prusa Direct): More stable, typically 7-14 days
• Filament deals: Check daily; popular colors sell through faster

Set up price alerts on Amazon (Camelcamelcamel) or check RetailMeNot for coupon codes that stack with existing discounts.

Which Deals Are Actually Worth Your Money

The Bambu P1S at $549 is the standout. You’re getting enterprise-grade reliability and speed at a consumer price point. If you’re an intermediate user, this print quality-to-money ratio is hard to beat.

The Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus at $279 makes sense if you’re budget-conscious and willing to engage with troubleshooting. You’ll invest time, but you’ll have a capable machine.

Skip the ultra-budget printers below $150 unless you’re specifically experimenting. That’s where deal hunting stops being economical and starts wasting your time on failed prints.

For filament, prioritize Prusament at current discounts. Consistency matters more than saving $3/kg, especially once you account for failed prints from poor material.

The bottom line: This week is decent for deals, but not exceptional. Nothing is so discounted that you need to panic-buy. If you’ve been researching a specific machine and the price drops, that’s your signal. Otherwise, wait for deeper discounts on newer releases.