MakerBot

Pioneer of the desktop 3D printing movement now a brand under UltiMaker.

Founded 2009
๐Ÿ“ Brooklyn NY
๐Ÿ’ฐ Mid-Range to Premium ($1k – $7k)

About

Since the merger with Ultimaker MakerBot focuses on the Education and Professional sub-sectors with the SKETCH and METHOD series. In 2026 the brand has fully integrated into the UltiMaker Cura and Digital Factory ecosystem.

Technology & Software

Core Technologies

Firmware

Proprietary (UltiMaker OS)

Slicer Software

UltiMaker Cura

Proprietary Software

UltiMaker Cura / Digital Factory / CloudPrint (Legacy)

Multi-Material

High (Method X Dual-extrusion with soluble support)

Ecosystem

Via LABS Experimental Extruder

Innovation & Best For

Best For

Classroom settings and professional engineers needing “Methodical” reliability

Innovation Focus

Circulating Heated Chamber / VECT 110 Technology / Smart Extruder sensors

Support & Quality

Warranty

1 Year (Standard) / MakerCare Extended

Support Channels

Global Professional Support / MakerBot Certification Programs

Documentation

9/10 (Extensive lesson plans and professional engineering guides)

Spare Parts

Standardized through UltiMaker network

At a Glance

Market
Type
Target
Ecosystem
Price TierMid-Range to Premium ($1k – $7k)
Founded2009
HQBrooklyn NY
Update Freq.
Last Verified2026-02-04

Slicer Software

UltiMaker Cura

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