Ultimaker printers
Ultimaker (now merged into UltiMaker after acquiring MakerBot) is a Dutch professional 3D printer manufacturer. Their S-series printers target engineering and industrial users with dual-extrusion, a broad certified materials library, and enterprise-grade reliability.
Strengths
- Professional dual-extrusion with soluble support materials (PVA) for complex geometries
- Broad certified materials library — Ultimaker Cura includes validated profiles for dozens of engineering filaments
- Enterprise-grade reliability and support — popular in professional engineering, medical, and education settings
Limitations
- High price — Ultimaker S-series printers cost significantly more than consumer alternatives
- Slower print speeds than newer CoreXY machines at comparable price points
- Overkill for hobby use — the value proposition is enterprise reliability and dual-extrusion, not speed or affordability
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Filament compatibility
Which Ultimaker models have slicer profiles for each filament type.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Ultimaker for?
Ultimaker targets professional and enterprise users who need reliable dual-extrusion, certified materials support, and enterprise-grade uptime — engineering firms, medical device prototypers, architecture firms, and universities. For hobbyists or small businesses where cost and speed matter more than certified materials and dual extrusion, Bambu or Prusa offer significantly better value.
What slicer does Ultimaker use?
Ultimaker Cura is the official slicer — one of the most widely used slicers across all printer brands, not just Ultimaker. It supports thousands of printer profiles, has an extensive plugin ecosystem, and offers advanced settings for experienced users. Cura is free and open-source.