SainSmart PrintyGo Mini 3D Printer for Kids, 600mm/s Auto Leveling Printer for Beginners with 5″ Touch Screen, 1500+ Models, Child-Safe Design, Wi-Fi/App Control, Pre-Assembled for STEM Learning Gift

Good As Kid’s Toy, Not Great As 3D Printer
I have been using 3D printers for a few years now, so I generally know my way around setup and the process. I am torn on this review. There are two ways to look at this product. It is a printer marketed for kids, but there is a competitive market for 3D printers, and the $300 list price has some strong contenders.As a kid’s printer, this has an easy-to-use interface. Setup is relatively simple. I will note that I had to get a replacement because the first printer I received had an issue with the alignment of the head. The magnet case wouldn’t sit properly, and I had trouble leveling the bed. The replacement worked right out of the box. This leads me to my first issue with the machine. The product page has “Auto Leveling” in multiple places. It is not auto bed leveling. If you check the settings, it appears that they pre-level the bed because there is already a Z offset in the settings, and it is set ready to print out of the box. If you find the bed does need adjustment, the leveling process is terrible by today’s standards for 3D printing. It is completely manual with the paper test. You have to move the print head around feeling the resistance in the sheet of paper at different points on the bed. If you find one out then you have to move the print head out of the way and remove the build plate before turning one of four corner screws. There isn’t easy access for a screwdriver, so I used just the bit, and it was easy enough to turn with my fingers. You then replace the build plate and repeat the paper test, iterating until it provides consistent resistance across the plate. Even low-end printers these days have a semi-automatic bed leveling process where the head will touch off the bed in a grid pattern and provide a height map for leveling. Ignoring that and assuming yours comes preset like my replacement, the rest of the setup is quick and easy. Annoyingly, after you set the Wi-Fi up, it will show a firmware update, which will reset the printer, making you set everything up again, including the Wi-Fi. Once you get past the update, printing is straightforward. There is a library of prints ready to go, or you can use the Kidoodle Slicer or Cura. The library is extensive, and until your kids are comfortable creating their own models, this will keep them busy. As a kid’s printer, I give it a 4 for the ease of use (assuming you have the bed leveled) and safety features. If you are not willing to accept the risk of having to tinker with the bed leveling, then this rating may plummet for some people.Highlights as a kid’s printer:-Quick setup using prompts on the screen (assuming bed is level on receipt)-Extensive library of catered prints cuts out the complicated slicing process-Open to external prints through USB-Fully enclosed for safety and door alarm if opened during print-Easy touch screen navigation for kids-Low noise level during operation-Fairly speedy printingDownside as a kid’s printer:-Fully manual process for bed leveling (product page should remove any mention of auto-leveling)-Location of the filament reel is too close to the tube inlet, making it difficult to install a new filamentReviewing this as a $300 printer is a different perspective. There are many good printers that may not have the safety features and the built-in library for quick and easy prints, but their performance and build quality are way better than this printer. If you can trust your kids with an open printer, you can get a popular name brand that has an actual auto-leveling bed that is heated, including a camera and an ecosystem that will get you close to a built-in library for under $300. You will also have the option to upgrade at some point to do multiple material prints if you buy an AMS. As just a 3D printer, I would rate this two stars compared to the other options in its price point.Highlights as a 3D printer:-Built-in library for beginners-Decent speed-Compact and enclosed-Quiet (relatively)Downsides as a 3D printer:-Extremely small print bed-Build plate is of poor quality with a thin non-stick sticker (I cut my own from an old, bigger plate)-Bed not heated (anything wide and thin is at risk of warping during the print). I printed the bed level test print, and it warped horribly. This might be the worst issue with the printer.-Rails for movement are thin (not as robust as other options)-Can only handle small filament spools (0.25 KG spools)Overall, it is marketed for kids and is easy to use, making it fun for kids to learn about 3D printing, experiencing it firsthand. With the safety features in mind, this is a device that even younger kids can operate with limited supervision. Ultimately, if you are not prepared to help make sure the print bed is properly leveled and at the right Z offset, then stay away from this printer. You could get lucky, and it will be preset perfectly, but even that may not last, and when your kids start complaining the prints are failing, you might be forced into learning.

Wow! My Family Loves This Printer
I absolutely love the SainSmart PrintyGo Mini 3D Printer, and it honestly made me fall in love with 3D printing. From the moment I set it up, I was impressed. It came pre‑assembled, which made the unboxing experience smooth and stress‑free. Even if you are new to 3D printing or buying it for a child, it is incredibly beginner‑friendly.The auto leveling feature is excellent. I had struggled with leveling on other machines in the past, but PrintyGo’s system took that worry away and got me printing reliably right away. The 5″ touch screen is intuitive and responsive, so navigating settings and starting prints feels effortless. I love that it comes with 1500+ models ready to print — it gave me endless options to explore without having to hunt for designs online.What really stands out is how safe and kid‑friendly it feels. The design gives me peace of mind when my daughter uses it for her STEM projects. The Wi‑Fi and app control are great additions — I can send prints right from my phone or tablet without needing to be at the printer physically.The printing speed is impressive too. At up to 600 mm/s, the printer works quickly without sacrificing quality, and the results have been clean and detailed. I’ve printed everything from toys and keychains to practical household items, and each piece has come out strong and accurate.This machine didn’t just meet expectations — it inspired curiosity and creativity. It has become a staple in our home for learning, experimenting, and having fun with design. Whether you’re gifting it for STEM learning or diving into 3D printing yourself, this printer is an amazing choice. I’m already planning my next set of projects and can’t imagine my creative space without it. Perfect size for small workspaces as well.

La SainSmart PrintyGo Mini es la impresora 3D ideal para introducir a los más pequeños (y a los no tan pequeños) en este mundo fascinante, de forma segura y sin frustraciones.Llega preensamblada, lo que significa que en minutos está lista para imprimir directamente de la caja, un acierto total para mantener la ilusión desde el primer momento. Su diseño cerrado y seguro evita tocar piezas calientes, dando una tranquilidad enorme a los padres.La autonivelación automática elimina el paso más técnico y tedioso, permitiendo que el foco esté en la creatividad. La conectividad por Wi-Fi y app es muy intuitiva, permitiendo enviar trabajos desde una tablet de forma sencilla.A pesar de su tamaño compacto y enfoque educativo, su velocidad de hasta 600 mm/s y la calidad de sus impresiones sorprenden gratamente. Es robusta, fiable y hace que el aprendizaje STEAM sea divertido, accesible y tremendamente satisfactorio. Un regalo perfecto que une tecnología, creatividad y educación.

Ho avuto modo di testare la mini stampante 3D PrintyGo fornita da SainSmart, pensata per essere usata in modo intuitivo da bambini e principianti. La confezione è ben realizzata, con molto polistirolo a protezione del dispositivo. La stampante risulta davvero molto compatta, si monta in pochissimi passaggi. Pecca importante la mancanza della lingua italiana. Al primo avvio viene chiesto di scegliere la lingua e di connettersi al wifi locale per poter verificare la presenza di aggiornamenti. Una volta aggiornata si riavvia e bisogna ripetere da zero la procedura fatta qualche minuto prima. Per scaricare l’app bisogna inquadrare un qrcode, presente nel menu della stampante, che porta ad un sito totalmente in lingua cinese, dal quale bisogna scaricare un apk ed installarlo fidandosi della cosa, io resto molto restio quando vedo certe cose, poteva essere fatto molto meglio, meno 10 punti a grifondoro. Sia sull’app che sulla stampante è possibile visualizzare dei modelli già pronti per essere stampati, senza nessun menu di personalizzazione o modifica degli stessi, ne tantomeno qualche menu di creazione basilare, come ad esempio la realizzazione di un testo semplice. Inoltre, sull’app non è presente nemmeno un menu di importazione dei modelli 3d, cosa che si può fare unicamente connettendo una pendrive alla stampante e navigando nel menu. Dopo aver avviato la prima stampa, ho notato che non era ben calibrata l’altezza del piatto ed ho dovuto interrompere forzatamente la stampa, premendo il tasto a schermo apposito, volendo lo fa in automatico se viene aperto lo sportellino in plastica trasparente posto sulla parte frontale. I risultati sono visibili in foto, la benchy tutto sommato non è venuta malissimo, considerata la tipologia di stampante: imperfezioni nei primi strati e disallineamenti di decimi di millimetro lungo i bordi del modello. Allego tutte le foto per i dettagli e le statistiche relative alla stampa. Dai quali ricavo che la velocità del’ugello è compresa tra i 100 ed i 150 mm/s, nettamente inferiore ai 600 dichiarati sulla pagina del prodotto, e non ne sono sorpreso dato il tipo di dispositivo. Considerato il rapporto qualità/prezzo buono, le funzionalità offerte e la qualità dei materiali, assegno al prodotto un punteggio di 3,5 stelle su 5.

Cette imprimante est une bonne idée pour donner goût à l’impression 3D aux plus jeunes. Mais dépenser autant pour une imprimante ne gérant que du PLA et une seule couleur, c’est exagérer. Certes son utilisation est simplifiée au maximum pour les enfants et elle possède une sécurité à l’ouverture de la porte, mais quand même. Sans parler du fait que certains éléments sont franchement de mauvaise qualité, notamment la plaque de construction, laquelle n’est d’ailleurs même pas chauffante.Du côté logiciel pour smartphone, n’étant pas proposer sur les stores officiels, il faut le télécharger directement sur un site chinois. Je veux bien être confiant mais en tant qu’ingénieur en informatique, ça contredit mes résolutions. Du coup, nous sommes limités à la bibliothèque préinstallée dans l’imprimante. C’est suffisant pour se rendre compte qu’il s’agit plutôt d’un jouet qui risque de ne pas durer longtemps.Évidemment, les enfants sont ravis mais je crains leur réaction quand l’imprimante ne fonctionnera plus correctement.A mon sens, mieux vaut dépenser son argent dans une vraie imprimante 3D (moins chère) et passer un peu de temps à la maitriser avant de faire participer les enfants.