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The Anycubic Kobra 4 is a good printer. That is what makes it such a strange release. In testing, it delivered strong first layers, clean preloaded models and reliable multicolour output. The difficulty is not the machine itself; it is understanding where it belongs beside the Kobra X and the rest of Anycubic’s range. A capable entry-level machine Anycubic presents the Kobra 4 as an easy gateway into 3D printing: unbox it, let the automation handle calibration and start print

The Bambu Lab X2D is already one of the most capable desktop 3D printers on the market. With excellent print quality, an intuitive workflow and Bambu Lab's trademark ease of use, it raises an interesting question: is there actually any point upgrading it? Over the past few weeks I've been living with five of the most popular upgrades available for the X2D to find out whether they genuinely improve the printing experience or simply add unnecessary cost and complexity. Some hav

Creality A1 Laser Review: A Beginner-Friendly Laser Cutter That Gets Almost Everything Right Laser cutters have quietly become one of the most rewarding creative tools you can own. Whether you're making personalised gifts, creating home décor, designing projects with your children, or even launching a small side business, a laser engraver opens up a huge range of possibilities. That's why the Creality A1 Laser immediately caught my attention. At under £400, it promises someth

When I first saw the Hozo NeoSander, my immediate reaction was: "That's ridiculous." A tiny cordless detail sander with interchangeable sanding heads sounds like exactly the sort of niche tool nobody actually needs.

If you're shopping for a resin printer in 2026, you're facing a strange problem. Not long ago, choosing a resin printer was easy. One machine might have dramatically better print quality than another, making the buying decision fairly straightforward.

Bambu Lab X2D Review: A Powerful 3D Printer That Rewards Learning When Bambu Lab announced the X2D, my first reaction was simple: if you're buying an enclosed Bambu printer, this is the one to get.