FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer with 1 Click Auto Printing System, 600mm/s High-Speed, Quick Detachable 280°C Nozzle, Core XY All-Metal Structure, Multi-Functional 220x220x220mm 3D Printer

Final update: As you can see from the whole message, initially there was massive disappointment when receiving this item. Fortunately it seems to have been a rare isolated incident. FlashForge has proven to have OUTSTANDING customer service/ support. They made sure I received the full refund and without waiting a month for Amazon to go through the slow process. They also offered troubleshooting solutions, which unfortunately didn’t help with this specific printer. Furthermore I spent my morning with a buddy who finally unboxed his FlashForge printer of the same model and we have been making prints together non-stop. We were set up and printing in about 15 minutes. Unlike the damaged one I received, the printer heats quickly and runs smooth. The auto level is excellent. It is so user friendly that a child can figure it out. So far today all prints have been successful and we’ve been having lots of fun. Helpful tips to get started: You can edit all the specifications after downloading the computer program.. and it is simple. (Download free prints from Printables.com or Thingiverse.com etc.) once you unzip files and open them in FlashForge you can easily choose size/scale and choose if you want it to create stands and/or a base which really help with most builds. There is a sidebar on the right hand side of the program and scrolling over each option explains what it is for. Knowing that I was refunded in full and the issues were due to damages with that specific device, I will be continuing and looking forward to doing business with FlashForge. (Opening a different model today). The quality customer service and quality product outshines their competitors for sure. Original review: Incredibly disappointed. Massive letdown.. Incredibly disappointed. Even worse, my child was let down. I’m hoping this was a problem with the individual printer but after the initial few preprogrammed prints.. not one print has been successful. Even some of the preprogrammed ones stopped working. I watched what seems like every tutorial, thinking I was doing something wrong. I wasn’t. This printer is designed specifically to be easy to understand and assemble. Unfortunately, the filament would randomly stop feeding, but the printer would continue as if it was printing. So after 35 minutes of printing.. it would stop feeding for 10-30 seconds if not completely.. making the entire print a waste. Wasted a LOT of time, wasted lots of filament, wasted all this money and lead to constant let downs. There was also a major issue with prints not sticking to the tray bed and getting lifted and taken for a ride.. taking it out of the precise location and also tangling it up when I tried very basic single and/multi-part prints. (Yes, even with the glue that they specifically provide to avoid this.) On top of that and other issues like seemingly poor heating, it doesn’t seem to be capable of printing anything that’s not just a reshaped brick. You can build the same stuff with Play-Doh molds.. I am sending it back for a refund and will most definitely be reviewing the process. I truly hope that this company will give me the full refund and takes care of their loyal customers. I am truly hoping this was a one time thing and that I have no issues with future products. — Update 1: Amazon FlashForge seller contacted me and offered a full refund. Considering many factors I don’t know if this will truly be honored/issued. They later sent a troubleshooting message. However, by then I had already tried everything and I had someone who 3D prints for a living come look at it. I was assured I need a refund. I was also told not to replace the wasted filament with my own money. If that affects the refund, then legal action will be taken (cost free for me). I purchased at least 11 spools of FlashForge brand filament, which were not cheap, and another expensive printer (from their website) which I will not open unless/until I receive full refund for this one. How they treat loyal customers will speak volumes. Which is important, especially when investing in a company with so many competitors. At this time, multiple people and two businesses (whom do big YouTube reviews on products they purchase and use) are awaiting results. I hope to and would love to come back with great news of a company that outshines the rest because the alternative would be me left disappointed and them dealing with the results of bad business. I am frustrated and concerned due to the amount of people getting ripped off online these days.

Lengthy… I apologize. I purchased this after spending several weeks researching 3D printers. Their price points are all over the place and, as to be expected, the more features they have the more expensive they run. The initial reason for wanting a 3D printer is to make custom cutters for polymer clay. After reading dozens of reviews for different printers, I decided that this model from Flashforge would meet our needs and allow for more complicated projects in the future. It arrived the day after I ordered it (yay, Prime). Nice heavy duty box and excellent packing so it arrived in pristine condition. It is an impressive looking piece of equipment and seems to be well built. Unboxing and setup took about 30 minutes and was relatively painless. The relative part came with things that even the FlashForge website doesn’t make clear. So, I’ll have a go at it. There is a fair amount of software you need. The Flashforge website has flashy descriptions of what these do but does not really say what you need to get started. To begin with, you need FlashMaker. This is an app for iPhone, iPad, or an Android device. It is available from the app stores for the related devices. You will not be able to set up the printer without it as you have to make an account to register it and finish the setup. Once you have it, the setup is fairly straightforward and the display/touch screen on the printer guides you through the process easily. It did take a few tries to get it attached to the WiFi network but patience paid off. In the full disclosure department, we am newbies. So there was the need for a 3D application that we could use to create the projects to send to the printer. We didn’t want to spend a fortune on this and after looking at all the options, I found TinkerCAD for the iPad. It is an Autodesk product (think AutoCAD), is web based (though the is an app in the Apple App Store for the iPad that connects you to where you need to be), and it is free. Granted, I am sure if you are going for heavy engineering type 3D, you probably want a higher end application and most likely a higher end printer. I watched 3 YouTube videos on TinkerCAD and I was creating 3D objects in less than an hour. You can design directly in the app though I’ve taken another route for the time being. You’ll still need this in the process though to create the .STL files you will need later. I also learned how to create designs in Procreate on my iPad that could be exported out as PNG files. These need to be converted to .SVG files to be able to use them in TinkerCAD. There are a number of free web based conversion sites available. Then there is printing. Oh boy! Flashforge talks about a number of software applications on their website but it is very unclear what you need them for. Short answer: the .STL files from TinkerCAD need to be converted to .GX files for the printer to use. The printer comes with a thumb drive (USB A) that contains a Software folder with two applications: FlashPrint 5 and Orca-Flashforge. FlashPrint 5 is, as far as I can tell, a more consumer friendly version with fewer bells and whistles than Orca. Herein is the rub. I do almost all my graphics on my iPad and these applications require a desktop/laptop computer running either Windows, MacOS, or Linux. In my case, I have a MacBook Pro running the latest version of MacOS (Sequoia 15.0.1). Much to my surprise, the applications on the thumb drive, would not install as they were considered legacy version and not compatible with my OS. The versions on the drive were updated as of 04/28/24, which was before the latest version of the MacOS was released. I tried Flashforge’s website and had the same issue. The haven’t updated the installers for the newest version. That’s when the panic set in as I was now looking at an expensive device that I could not use. Fortunately we had an older MacBook Air that we had not updated. It is running MacOS Monterey 12.6.1. Crisis averted and I got the applications installed. I was able to import the .STL file and run the slicer to produce the .GX file for printing. If I had installed Orca, I could apparently send the file to the printer via WiFi (my next project). Using FlashPrint 5, I went old school and downloaded the .GX file to the thumb drive. The printer has a USB A port. Popped in the drive, let the printer warm up, and voila! A 3D object. By the way, the HEPA filtration system on the Pro does a great job of keeping the fumes down. Other than the software installer mess, the process was relatively painless and I must say that is it a deeply satisfying experience to handle your first 3D object. In closing, this is a very cool printer and I’d recommend it to anyone who wants a reasonably priced entry level device. Save yourself a world of frustration and make sure you have: 1. Your phone or tablet with Flashmaker installed so you can setup your printer. 2. A computer with the capability of installing FlashPrint 5 and/or Orca-FlashForge* 3. And, of course, a 3D application capable of producing .STL files, which seem to be one of the most common types. Hope this overly long dissertation was helpful. *My guess is the MacOS version prior to Sequoia (MacOS 15) will work based on the dates on the installer files, but that is exactly what it is: a guess). I will be initiating a conversation with Flashforge about getting the installers updated.

After 2 months of printing models with just PLA the printer now makes a loud clicking and rattling noise whenever the extruder makes quick xy movements, and the printer freezes and becomes unresponsive after finishing each print until it is restarted by power cycling. Even though it technically still prints fine, this makes me question when the noise will get worse and how long the printer will last. It is also inconvenient to spend a few minutes to turn off the printer, turn it back on, and then wait for it to load to the home screen between each print. Sometimes I need to restart the printer 2-3 times before it starts printing. I contacted their 'after sales' support team, but the agent couldn't help with any of the issues. The apparent language barrier made communication a tad more difficult as well. I gave up after two weeks of trying different suggestions and troubleshooting steps through email. For the first month of printing, there were several positive points. The 5M Pro is friendly for beginners, does not require much calibration, and printed detailed models with decent quality. I was expecting the printer to last for a year, but you get what you pay for...

I am absolutely new to 3D printing. Never had a printer and never used one. Why did I pick this printer: Fully enclosed and ventilated with a filter: Very silent compared to open printers. Also, fewer bad smells. Safe for kids and animals, as the hot parts cannot be touched so easily. Large size: Capable of printing larger models, so no need to print piece by piece. High speed: No endless waiting time to fire up and print the object. WiFi and Ethernet: I prefer to hook up printers and other equipment that do not move via cable, and not via WiFi. Many printers only offer WiFi; this one does both. Can print with all different kinds of filament, not only PLA, but also many others. Built-in camera: My printer lives in my workshop in the basement, while my computer is in my office. It is convenient to see what's going on without having to run down all the time. First impression: Solid machine, well packed, comes with everything you need to start, even a 0.25kg spool of filament, 2 nozzles, a small tool kit, and so on. Set up: Super easy and self-explanatory. Plug it in and follow the instructions in the manual and on the screen. Takes about 10-15 minutes, then you are all set and ready to start. I tried a few of the models that are already in the memory of the printer (a cube, a boat). First few days: I downloaded a few different models from multiple platforms (fidgets, a dragon, a fish), and every part came out great. I meanwhile also received a few other filament colors. Swapping the filament is also no issue, just follow the instructions on the touch screen. I also got an alternative holder for the spool and printed it, as I did not like that the spool is attached to the back of the printer. Makes sense for a printer farm, where they sit side by side, but for me it is easier to have them on the side. Overall impression after a few days and about 10 hours printing time: For me, as a beginner, it is a great tool to start with and to learn how to use 3D printing. This machine has a lot more to offer and is not only for beginners; it's also for way more experienced users. I like the high speed (not only printing, but also heating up and cooling down), the solid construction, and the great print quality. Overall, a great investment and a clear recommendation.

This is a good printer. I originally had the four color option, but this one is better, even though it only prints one color. The problem with multi-color printers is the waste as it changes color. I have had a little trouble with prints but it is just figuring out the right settings. The printer works well, but not all files work well. It is quiet compared to an open printer. I had some problems with the extruder that it came with, but when I reached out to Flashforge customer service, they determined it was faulty and replaced it immediately. I have nothing bad to say about this printer or the company.

I had never been super interested in 3D Printing as I had no real use for it, and so never looked in to how any of it worked or how things were supposed to be set up. As I started getting more and more in to DIY tech stuff where the standard is 3D printed parts for assembly, as well as wanting to do more Wargaming stuff than I could reasonably afford, I decided to finally jump at getting a 3D Printer that was geared towards new users that have all the basic bells and whistles to minimize potential set up issues and any health hazards from having the thing set up in my bedroom, and the Flashforge 5M Pro was what I settled on. Worst case scenario, I could get the few things I needed then sell it to a friend who could use it more than i can so I'm not completely out $450. All that said to stress that I am a complete beginner and learned from knowing literally nothing as I set this thing up. Set-up was easy. Unbox it, follow the instructions to remove all packing and accessories then un-screw the bed. Turn it on and connect it to your WiFi network. Get the mobile app (which sucks) for your phone and Flashforge Orca for your desktop (which sucks less). Send the printer through its self calibration once it's set where you want to keep it. Put the filament spool on the holder, feed it through the tube following the on-screen instructions and let the system prime the filament load (mine spat out a bunch of red filament from the factory QA testing before priming the included sample). Then, update the Printer's firmware (this is important as the app and Orca will not be able to connect and control the printer without this step). Then, print the calibration cube. Then, print the Benchy. For me, there were absolutely no issues. Set up went without a hitch, calibration and benchmark prints went great, and the printer was ready for use after that. I grabbed some Official Battleshovel 39,999 stls to test how well things printed minis and figure out setting up support structures and managing print settings and then I went on to Cults3D and grabbed some cheap models of stuff I really liked from some creators and spent a couple days printing some cool stuff at higher resolution and refining my settings. Bed leveling before each print took a couple extra minutes but I've yet to have a failed print, the tip and bed both heat up to go mode really quickly, the size of the bed is great for pretty much anything I can think of short of full-sized multi-day prints of cosplay gear, print durability is as good as your settings are, this printer will do what you tell it to do without fuss, and the design of the printer is great. Sleek, enclosed, the internal ventilation is really nice to have, and the top and front clear doors are great for keeping an eye on things and getting in to the enclosure when needed. Noise is quieter than I thought it'd be. Don't get me wrong if you're light sleeper maybe consider having this away from your bedroom, but it's just white noise in the background for me and easily ignoreable if you're used to the sounds of electronics. My only real complaint that is barely even a complaint since it's just nitpicking about a feature that really doesn't need to be there is the camera is extremely low quality and struggles to stay connected to any app that uses it, but it does still work and lets me peak at the print when i'm away. All in all I was shocked at how easy it was to get this thing in to working order and learn enough to start just blowing through filament making stuff for the projects I've been putting off until I could either order parts from a 3d printing company or get a friend to do it for me. Again, I knew absolutely nothing about how any of this worked prior to getting this thing. If you're a beginner looking for your first printer, this is an option I can't recommend enough.

This is a very nice starter printer, as I’m just getting into 3D printing. It’s is very easy to set up, I was printing within 20 minutes of opening the box. My only gripe with the printer itself, is that it will randomly enter almost a sleep mode? The touch screen and power button become unresponsive and it has to be powered off and back on by the switch on the back. The app is another complaint. Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn’t. The connection for video is like a 50/50 if it works. Randomly the printer will show as offline and cannot be connected to through the app, nor orca slicer. A power cycle fixes this however it is a pretty annoying inconvenience, especially as I like to check my prints as I’m away from home. Overall I still do think this is work the money even with the kinks, especially for a beginner. The nozzle and filament are extremely easy and fast to change out. I’ve been almost nonstop printing for nearly like two weeks now, and the only failures have come from user error (usually bad supports, or forgetting to glue the bed).

I have the worst luck in the world, or these printers are junk. I bought this wanting a good XYCore 3D machine and had seen some really decent to good reviews on them. When I got mine, the packaging was excellent, the structure was sound, the ease of assembly (what little there is) was nice, and finally the setup was painless. However, I managed to do the auto leveling / anti-vibration, I printed a test model from the printer storage and it was nice. I then connected my Orca slicer via WiFi and loaded a model to print to the machine. I watched as it printed the first few layers and it seemed to be doing great. I walked away and was doing other things, but then I heard something that didn't sound good. I turn to look and can't see so I get up to go investigate, before I get to the printer I hear another unpleasant noise. By the time I got to the printer (across the 21 sq foot room), the print was an absolute mess. I proceeded to remove the failed print and checked the print area and the nozzle to make sure all was clear. I was so lost as to why it made such a mess and just figured it was a fluke. I went back to my computer to check the gcode and/or resend it and try again. I removed the prior gcode file, sent the new one, and hit print from my pc. I go to the printer, it performs a nozzle clean moves to 0,0 heats up, and does nothing else. After a few minutes, I canceled the print from the panel on the machine and tried again only to get the same results. I reboot the machine and try again and get the same results, a wipe, a move heating up, and then nothing. So, I go to my PC and load a different print. To my dismay and total dissatisfaction the printer rinses and repeats the above steps. So, I am truly aggiated by now but I stay with it and decide to do a reset on the printer and try again. Walked through the reset and setup and all went well. Got to the point to do a print and nothing! I wrote this long review because I want you to know that my 1-star rating is justified by my experience. So, if you decide to buy this machine, I wish you the best.