We just want to take a moment to say thank you — not only for your passion and creativity, but also for your patience and persistence.
From the Snapmaker Original to 2.0, Artisan, J1, and Ray, this community has played a big role in shaping who we are today. We’ve seen your incredible mod projects, thoughtful suggestions, and yes, even the tough feedback — and we know there’s always more we can do to keep up with your expectations.
We may not have always responded frequently here on the forum, but please know: we’re listening, and we’re learning.
And we’re committed to being more present moving forward.
That’s why we’re extra excited to share that a brand-new Snapmaker is on its way — something designed to bring efficient and vibrant multi-color printing to your workbench. Want a sneak peek? Check out our teaser video here:
We’ll be sharing more updates right here on the forum as things unfold, so stay tuned — and we’d love for you to be part of the journey.
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These ultra-vibrant prints? All made with the #SnapmakerU1, something we’ve been quietly working on. And trust us, the actual experience is even more exciting than the video shows!
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I think most existing snapmaker users feel the same. There are still soooo many little problems especially on software side on the existing printers. Hardware is quite good but that ist just the precondition for a good printer.
As a passioned 3in1 user, i will sell my snapmaker stuff when the U1 do not have any compatibility to the existing machines.
I will then just buy a real CNC and a bigger Bambu. I recently had the requirement to print 40 big boxes for a custom design, but normally my prints are small. I bought the Artisan for the working dimensions for CNC and Laser. And for new modules and ideas. When snapmaker is now just following the path all manufacturers do, then I support the original idea. And for real: I do not need any color printing. I used the dual extruder like 5 times. I do not need any 4 or 16 color stuff with extruder swapping or AMS. I need good clean and fast printing. And this could the existing snapmakers deliver, but not with the existing software.
It seems for me, that snapmaker has one Software developer to do the integrations quick but in general software is just a “have to” and a cost center. But software is absolute mandatory for good products.
I recently bought an a1mini for like 180€. And it is amazing how this small wobbly shaky thing is doing that amazing prints without any tweaking, temp and retraction towers, 583 printing properties or something like that. It is just printing. And I do not see any reason why snapmaker is not just publishing a new print head (If required) and a useful Software. Yeah, it will maybe little slower because of the massive construction, but the same printing results without much tweaking should be possible.
Printing cheapest Petg with a1mini out of the box:
Both petg are from geeetech without any drying.
I never print any two pieces same time on my Snapmaker because of the stringing. On the Bambu: two minimal strings.
And I know with real tweaked profiles this is also capable on existing snapmakers, but not that easy.
I recently wanted to Change from 40W to 3d Print and I need one hour to change the modules, platforms, hotends, filaments and do the whole calibration. This is no “quick swap”. This is just annoying. I do not want to use dual print, why I have to calibrate that every module change? I give a f*** for correct XY alignment. Just calibrate that before dual head prints and just do z level as default. And calibration just with Pla and 0.4 nozzle? I asked snapmaker about that and they told me how to enable Dev mode and skip the calibration with clicking on specific chinese characters which I do not understand. And this was the solution for my requests: but snapmaker: this is no solution!! I had every snapmaker 3in1 machine, every addon (except the 20w) but I really think about selling this stuff and buy something from people who will bring their products to final state. And not just publish new machines whole time with the same problems with hoping the old problems are solved in the new machines.
Frustrated user here who cannot understand why there are always new machines when old ones are in bad condition.
I would add to what @Wyphorn said: I am nervous to see Snapmaker make their own branch of Orca.
I really hope they continue to keep theirs up to speed with the main branch, including pull requests. If others contribute improvements openly, and in sync with other releases, maybe in the long run it will help with fixing small things.
There’s lots of small corrections I would like to offer for the J1S, and sometimes Snapmaker includes them themselves in updates when suggested. But many things are in the closed box screen, and official improvements have slowed down this year.
That all said, I’m starting off with optimism to see what this new machine can bring! Certainly looks promising for 3d printing enthusiasts.
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Same for me. I look back and see machines which do not deliver the promises. There were also nice clips how easy they should be with printing and stuff.
I am out snapmaker. The announced feature for Artisan and 2.0: better z Offset for repeating laser jobs. Lol
We understand some concerns have been raised about older products. At the end of last month, we shared a “We Heard You” message with longtime users through a newsletter to acknowledge your feedback.
While focusing on new products, supporting existing users remains important to us. We’re listening and truly appreciate your ongoing input.
I recently had the requirement to print 40 big boxes for a custom design, but normally my prints are small. I bought the Artisan for the working dimensions for CNC and Laser. And for new modules and ideas. When snapmaker is now just following the path all manufacturers do, then I support the original idea. And for real: I do not need any color printing. I used the dual extruder like 5 times. I do not need any 4 or 16 color stuff with extruder swapping or AMS. I need good clean and fast printing. And this could the existing snapmakers deliver, but not with the existing software.
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