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20% off with code YEARENDFINDS, final price $695 (plus sales tax).
I got this from a previous deal. The printer had no usage and seemed to be a customer return. Had broken glass top and door - which Creality support replaced after sending pictures. I would expect issues with this but support is very helpful (at least if you contact them during the 30 day return period).
IMO the best large 3D printer if you don't want to deal with the locked down Bambu ecosystem.
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The K2 Plus Combo is a large 350 by 350 millimeter printer that stands out for big single color jobs and a feature set aimed at experienced tinkerers. The listing appears to include a 2 year AllSate warranty, which fits the complexity of a machine like this if parts and support are available. The main concerns are Creality quality control, software openness, and reports that setup can be problematic, with some connectivity relying on a web server first. It reads like a capable but hands on printer, especially if you are comfortable debugging hardware and firmware.
Makers printing large single-color parts, because the 350x350 build area handles oversized objects without needing a bigger machine.
Experienced tinkerers who can debug and fix printers, because the machine offers bigger specs and rewards hands-on troubleshooting.
Owners who want a printer that can be serviced over time, because routine clogs, hot-end swaps, and extruder overhauls are expected on complex machines.
First-time 3D printer buyers, because setup can be problematic and the software stack is not fully open or beginner-friendly.
Shoppers who want a printer that just works with minimal maintenance, because failed prints, clogs, and part replacements still come up.
People relying on fast local control during weak internet, because machine access can slow when requests route through a web server first.
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I'm also leaning tow the now non-existing bambu P2S(combo), after reading scary reviews for Creality and other brands. Even Bambu isn't perfect. I can't understand why they make flawed unfinished untested products and make consumers their paying testers.
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I mean, first we have been dealing with a rather rapid update cycle on these machines over the last few years. Maybe that is going to wind down but still. Also, even the best of these machines will require service if you use it enough. Finally, very few items of this level of complexity would have a lifetime warranty. Any that do the warranty cost as part of the total purchase price would either be really high or the scope of the warranty would be really small. Honestly, 2 years seems like a really good warranty on a 3D printer (assuming the company provides reasonable service after the fact).
I do think that multi-year support for things like parts, software updates, downloading of software/firmware etc is critical. For what it's worth, I think Creality still provides support for the old Ender 3 printers.
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