Hype is a strange thing. You might be thinking that 3D printers are going to become more popular than the internet due to its recent media exposure, but the truth is that hype only works if you know exactly what you’re doing. New exercising equipment, new recipe books, that new 3D curved TV in your lounge. It might seem like a good idea at the time, but just because everyone else is jumping off a bridge, it doesn’t mean you should too. A 3D printer is not cheap, so time and effort must first be made before buying one.

Something as simple as buying the filament can get costly, so maybe also look into getting a filament extruder if you think you’ll really enjoy 3D printing. Do lots of research into the uses of 3D printing, and determine if you can see it aiding your career or even becoming your most cherished hobby.