Top 3D Printers for Schools


Shopping for a new 3D printer can be challenging due to the numerous options, wide price ranges, and the difficulty of choosing the right equipment. This page aims to explain why UltiMaker is recognized as the world's leader in education. 

Schools should consider these important points:

  • We want teachers to focus on teaching, not repairing printers. If there’s a problem, spare parts should be readily available.
  • It's essential to have a system for managing students' print jobs, including controlling what they are allowed to 3D print.
  • Access control is also important; we need to decide which students can print to which printers. For example, if a school only has two printers, it might be necessary to limit print jobs.
  • In K12 environments, web-based software for preparing models for printing is crucial because many students use Chromebooks and cannot download additional software. Web-slicing tools are therefore essential.
  • Additionally, this highlights the importance of digital security—where are students' data stored? Who owns the print files? Are the data stored locally or in the cloud within the US?

This is why many schools select UltiMaker 3D Printers: 

  • UltiMaker provides access to Digital Factory. 
    • Role-based user controls (Admin vs Student). 
    • Manage print jobs by assigning students to specific printers.
    • Enable project sharing so teachers can share files within a project library. 
    • Web-slicing accessible to anyone using a Chromebook.
    • Additionally, there is an option to utilize the Google Classroom link.
  • UltiMaker offers a certification platform with a curriculum available for teachers to utilize. 
  • High-speed printers with a wide range of prices:
    • Sprint Printer - High speed printer with very low costs. Many schools purchase 10, 30, or 50 of these printers at a time. 
    • UltiMaker S6 - A high-speed printer that can print advanced materials. 
    • S8 Pro Bundle - Automated system designed for industrial prints, equipped with integrated air filtration and material management.

Purchasing a printer involves many considerations. Feel free to contact us; we are happy to assist with any questions. We can guide you through the buying process and discuss important questions to ask. 

Check out our Cheat Sheet page for free downloads that address many of these topics.