# Our 3D printing expert just ranked this machine the best budget 3D printer he's ever tested - now Creality’s slashed the price in a time-limited sale

> Creality has dropped the price of its beginner-friendly Hi Combo 3D printer (was $599) now $449 - so if you’re looking for a starter set-up that prints color, this is worth checking out.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/our-3d-printing-expert-just-ranked-this-machine-the-best-budget-3d-printer-hes-ever-tested-now-crealitys-slashed-the-price-in-a-time-limited-sale?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=689b5ea7607371a4666d7887)
- **Published:** 2025-08-12
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #creality #price #budget #expert #machine #printer #printing #ranked
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