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Flashforge: FDM printers and Special devices
Flashforge (Zhejiang Flashforge 3D Technology) is one of the oldest Chinese 3D printer manufacturers and builds entry-level machines such as the Adventurer series (Adventurer 5M, AD5X) as well as devices for schools and industry. The printers are considered easy to use. Criticism concerns the closed firmware, which is based on Klipper.
All devices from Flashforge across all categories
FDM printers (5) · Special devices (1)
FDM printers (filament)
| Model | Price range | Design | Enclosure | Build volume | Multicolour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AD5X | €200 to €400 | CoreXY | open | 220 × 220 × 220 mm | yes, optional |
| Adventurer 5M | €200 to €400 | CoreXY | open | 220 × 220 × 220 mm | no |
| Adventurer 5M Pro | €200 to €400 | CoreXY | enclosed | 220 × 220 × 220 mm | no |
| Creator 5 | €400 to €800 | CoreXY | open | 256 × 256 × 256 mm | yes, optional |
| Creator 5 Pro | €800 to €1,500 | CoreXY | enclosed | 256 × 256 × 256 mm | yes, optional |
Special devices
| Model | Type | Price | Price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ270 | Full-colour 3D printer | €3,999 | over €3,000 |
Which Flashforge printer suits whom?
AD5X
Beginners who want to print in multiple colours in PLA or PETG and have little space
€200 to €400Adventurer 5M
Beginners who want to print PLA and PETG without much assembly
€200 to €400Adventurer 5M Pro
Beginners who also want to print ABS and ASA indoors
€400 to €800Creator 5
Users who regularly print in multiple colours and want to avoid purge waste
€800 to €1,500Creator 5 Pro
Users who want to print in multiple colours without purge waste and also process engineering filaments such as ABS, ASA, PC or fibre-reinforced PA
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Detailed comparisons: AD5X vs. Adventurer 5M Pro · Creator 5 vs. Creator 5 Pro