Anycubic i3 Mega
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The Anycubic i3 Mega is a classic budget FDM printer from 2017 built on i3 (Cartesian) kinematics with a rigid metal frame. It targets beginners: it ships nearly assembled, and its signature Ultrabase glass forgives most calibration mistakes. The printer is now discontinued, but it remains one of the most recognizable entry-level machines.
The build volume is 210×210×205 mm, with a minimum layer height of 0.05 mm and a recommended print speed around 60 mm/s (up to 100 mm/s max). The Bowden extruder with a 0.4 mm nozzle reaches 260 °C, and the heated Ultrabase bed goes up to 110 °C, covering PLA, ABS, HIPS, PETG and wood filament. Dual endstops and two Z-axis screws improve gantry alignment accuracy, while a color touchscreen and power-loss print recovery make day-to-day use easier.
Pros
- The Ultrabase bed gives excellent adhesion and easy part removal — reviewers note good print quality right out of the box
- A rigid all-metal frame reduces vibration and improves print geometry
- Fast assembly: just 8 screws and 3 connectors before the first print
- Color touchscreen with a clear interface — friendly for beginners
- Power-loss print recovery saves long models during outages
- Affordable price and a huge community: slicer profiles, mods and spare parts are easy to find
Cons
- Manual (assisted) bed leveling only — there is no auto leveling, so beginners need some practice
- The base model's Bowden feed handles flexible materials like TPU poorly (improved only in the S version with a Titan extruder)
- Modest print speed by modern standards and no filament runout sensor in the base configuration
- The model is discontinued — new units are no longer officially available, leaving only the secondhand market
The Anycubic i3 Mega suits a beginner who wants an affordable, reliable printer to get started with FDM: figurines, prototypes, household items and functional parts in PLA, PETG and ABS. It's a solid choice for home or a classroom where simplicity and predictable results matter most.
Bottom line: a time-tested entry-level workhorse — simple, reliable and with excellent bed adhesion in exchange for manual leveling and modest speed.