Most print shops make you message them and wait for a number. We show the price instantly — so it's only fair to explain how it's calculated.
1. How much material your part uses
This is the biggest factor. When you upload a file, we measure its actual volume and estimate how many grams of filament it will take once printed. Bigger and denser parts use more material, so they cost more.
2. How strong you need it
Parts aren't printed solid — the inside is a lattice called infill. A decorative piece can be light (15% infill) and cheap. A functional bracket that needs to bear load uses more infill, more material, and more print time. You choose the strength; the price adjusts live.
3. Material and color
Standard PLA is the most affordable. Tougher PETG and flexible TPU cost a little more per gram. Multi-color prints use extra material and time, so they carry a small premium.
4. Flat service and delivery fees
A small per-order fee covers setup, quality inspection, and packaging, plus a flat nationwide delivery charge. That's it — no hidden extras at checkout.
Printing smarter
- Choose the lowest strength that still does the job.
- Order several small parts together to share the flat fees.
- Scale a model down if the exact size isn't critical.