The ideal first 3D printer: easy to assemble, all the features you’d want and reliable print quality. If you’re after a budget 3D printer and are happy to pay a bit more than the absolute cheapest amount possible, then the Vyper is well worth your money. Its auto-levelling bed, great touchscreen and solid build quality make it excellent value and an ideal first 3D printer.

If the world of 3D printing ever seemed too intimidating for you, look no further than the AnyCubic Vyper. While perfect for beginners with its auto-leveling feature and minimal assembly, seasoned printing hobbyists will also appreciate what it can offer, albeit with a few adjustments. 3D printing is a skill that needs to be nurtured regardless of the great auto-leveling feature, so while you'll still need to put in some practice to get the best possible results from your prints, AnyCubic has taken out most of the boring setup for you. Seasoned printing hobbyists will be able to appreciate just how quickly they can get the Vyper up and running with minimal fuss, and allows newcomers to improve their software-based skills rather than have to mess around with the physical machine.

The Anycubic Vype was enjoyable. The printer performed well during testing and all the extra upgraded parts it uses make it an excellent option for beginners who are looking for a good printer and don’t want to mess with upgrading a cheaper printer in the future. Having the auto bed leveling sensor in the hotend makes tramming the bed a thing of the past, while also providing consistent readings. I don’t trust most of my printers enough to start a print and leave the room without checking the first layer. But with the Vyper, there was no need for any adjustments after the first setup. Really consistent results when it comes to leveling.The print quality is good for all the filaments tested, even with ABS which is sometimes harder to print without an enclosure. PLA can be printed fast, without worrying that the part cooling can’t handle the speed. Good part cooling also allows the Vyper to handle steep overhangs with ease. The magnetic PEI sheet print surface is excellent, even though it feels a bit less resilient compared to Energetic sheets.

For us, the Vyper is a fine 3D printer with a few kinks that users need to account for. Additionally, Anycubic could improve quality control. Granted, these issues aren’t bad enough missteps to warrant a poor rating. On the whole, the Vyper is a superb printer that might have been perfect if a little more attention was paid to the details.