3Doodler review

When the original 3Doodler pen dropped on Kickstarter back in 2013, it was an almost instant success. After reaching its initial funding goal within hours, the device — which at the time was world’s first “3D-printing pen” — went on to rack up more than $2.4 million before the campaign finished.

Now, less than two years later, the company is back with a new-and-improved design that’s slimmer, sleeker, and easier to use than ever before. We took it for a spin to see if drawing 3-dimensional objects in midair is as easy as they made it look inthat Kickstarter pitch video. Here’s what we found.

FEATURES AND SPECS

The 3Doodler 2.0 boasts some significant improvements over its predecessor. In addition to a considerably smaller form factor, the second-gen 3Doodler also features a new-and-improved nozzle design, a better heating algorithm, and variable speed and temperature controls. It’s also got a new feed system that makes extrusion more reliable and consistent, and compatibility with a slew of new accessories. No matter how you look at it, version 2.0 is better than ever.

SETUP AND CONFIGURATION

Getting started with the 3Doodler 2.0 is absurdly simple. It’s essentially a freehand 3D printer, and what you lose in precision, you gain in simplicity. Just plug it into a power source, shove in a stick of ABS or PLA plastic, and flip the switch to “high.” An indicator light will tell you when the nozzle tip is hot enough to start extruding — at which point you simply hold down the “squirt” button until molten plastic starts coming out. It takes a few seconds to get going, but once it does, you’re off to the races.

BUILD QUALITY & DESIGN

3Doodler 2.0 knocks the socks off version 1.0 in just about every way, but build quality and design are definitely the most significant. In addition to a new sleek new aluminum enclosure, the new version is also ¼ the size of its predecessor, so it’s considerably more comfortable to hold in your hand.

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