Hey guys, I’ve got little to no knowledge on 3D printing and even less experience, so go easy on me. I will most likely be using words I don’t understand.

I live in a hot and humid country in the EU, and given my circumstances and the aforementioned lack of knowledge, I’m considering a closed enclosure model from the company everyone hates because it’s cheap, available, and famed for its ease of use.

I’m no stranger to tinkering with everything, but I do want to get started with something that’s just plug and play (or close enough to it). And even after I jailbreak it (which I assume is possible?), I really don’t want the tinkering to be part of the hobby itself.

My questions are: Size: Would I regret getting a 256x256x256 mm^3 sized one? Most prints I’ve seen fit easily, but there are a few that require more space.

Filaments: Where to buy, how to store, are all of them compatible with extruder-type printers? How do I check?

Accessories: I’ve seen nozzles and accessory packs being sold but I have no idea what they’re for. Can I print upgrades? Also what the heck does the Combo printer add-on do?

Alternatives: I’m not married to the P2S. Feel free to suggest alternatives. Thanks!

  • Stormy@thelemmy.clubEnglish
    37·
    2 days ago

    Yanno, I couldn’t tell what to get because of the toxic attitudes on 3d printer forums. Very elitist, mean, and loud bunch of people really.

    I mean, how could I tell the difference between what actually sucks in real life or what was being pushed by manipulative “brand management accounts?”

    So I went into best buy with a pocket of cash and picked myself. No regrets, it’s great really.

    • the_q@piefed.socialEnglish
      82·
      2 days ago

      You didn’t need to explain that you were just a basic consumer with no interest in corps destroying things like privacy and ownership. Trust me, we know.