3D printers are no longer the stuff of science fiction. If you're curious about 3D printing but somewhat financially restricted, a budget 3D printer is the first step to satisfy that curiosity.

The Printrbot Simple Metal is a good 3D printer, with a few qualifications. More accurately, the Printrbot Simple Metal is a good first 3D printer. It’s robust, takes a beating, can produce ...

Up for sale is my Printrbot Simple Metal. It's a great printer that served me well, but I've moved up to a Lulzbot Taz and Mini (Yes, I have both). I'd probably keep it if I had the desk space and the ...

We’ve seen a lot of experimenting with 3D printers over the years, and that is a good thing. However, [Tyler] has had a bad experience with experimenting. He has a Printrbot Simple Metal and decided ...