Creality Ender 3 Pro
I have little funds to get a new printer, so I found this. I have an Ender 3 Pro and I am somewhat dissatisfied with it. Half the time it creates horrible messes, and the other half, it creates decent prints. It is a bowden, which caps the temp at 250*C. I like the all metal frame and the print bed is lovely, but I would go for a different printer if I could choose, preferably Anycubic or Prusa, or any other printer. The software I use is Mattercontrol. It is the best. Everything is easy to use and customizable. It is great for any level. It also has sync to print, which means you can see what your printer is printing without going to the printer. I also use Reprapper filament, which is excellent. It has a good gloss, is wound perfectly, and has a cheap option of $10 per 0.25 KG. Overall, I am satisfied with everything except the printer.
Ender 3 Pro: https://creality.com/ender-3-pro-3d-printer-p00251p1.html
Mattercontrol: https://www.matterhackers.com/store/l/mattercontrol/sk/MKZGTDW6
Reprapper: reprappertech.com
Thanks for the honest breakdown of your experience with the Ender 3 Pro. It’s helpful to hear real-world feedback, especially regarding print consistency and temperature limitations with the Bowden setup. Your mention of Mattercontrol stood out—its usability and sync-to-print features really do make a difference in workflow. I’ve been following a few detailed printer comparisons via magis apk, and it’s interesting how your experience aligns with broader user trends leaning toward Anycubic or Prusa for more reliable results. Great insight!