The holiday season is upon us, and you just found out your kid really wants a 3D printer. What’s the best 3D printer for kids you can buy and still get under the tree in time? We checked Amazon for the best deals on beginner-friendly 3D printers that are waiting in US warehouses for fast shipping to your door.
Best 3D Printer Gift For Younger Makers
Toybox
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The Toybox Alpha Three (an upgrade from the version we reviewed in 2023) is priced at $379 through Amazon and offers free shipping even if you’re not a Prime Member. You can also pick up your gift directly through Toybox for $269 (plus tax and shipping), which includes a month of Toybox Pro membership for AI-generated models ready to print.
The Toybox is a simple 3D printer designed to be practically bulletproof, with the smallest build volume we’ve seen on a printer, only 70 x 80 x 90mm. The reason to buy a Toybox isn’t for the printer itself, but for the ecosystem, which is one of the best we’ve ever seen for kids. The Toybox website is designed to be strictly G-rated, so you can let very young makers browse for toy models without worry. They also have exclusive licenses with Hollywood studios, so your kids can access a variety of kid-safe cartoon models.
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Bambu Lab A1 Mini
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