The Best Deal in 3D Printing?? The Flashforge Adventurer 5M Deserves Your Attention

[@FigureFeedback]

CORRECTION: I misspoke when I said the guard plates for the enclosure took 20-30 minutes. These parts took around 52 minutes each to print.

[@thegrymlife6483]

52 mins each? How did you get those times? It’s taken 3+hours for each piece for me.

[@falxonPSN]

I love that your speaking pace is normal and not the chopped-up, no gaps garbage many people do these days. It is mentally exhausting listening to those never ending run on sentences for the attention span deprived. Instant subscribe.

[@FigureFeedback]

Thanks for the subscription. I appreciate that!

[@chriskim457]

For real

[@darkskys163]

Just ordered mine today from Amazon because of your video. After all the discounts and after taxes got it under $299. Please do make more content on this machine.

[@FigureFeedback]

I'm working on a new video now.

[@webpro607]

do you like it so far? any issues?

[@darkskys163]

@webpro607 no issues. Have over 300 hours on it now. I think I need to do some maintenance on it soon. Been using PLA and PETG filaments so far.

[@webpro607]

@@darkskys163 which firmware do you have? Which version?

[@darkskys163]

@@webpro607 version 2.4.5-2.2.3 , I’ve been to busy to update and it’s be printing well enough for me to want to update. I use a USB drive to transfer pint files onto my printer.

[@popeshrek3548]

Massively helpful, video literally dropped just as I began to do some research on which printer to get as a beginner. Super concise and to the point 👌

[@FigureFeedback]

Thanks a lot! Glad I could help.

[@802Garage]

Glad someone is shining a light on this! I think Flashforge did a great job listening to reviewers and buyers when they decided to go more open source and design. The 5M with the affordable printed enclosure kit as well as open Klipper is simply insane value for money.

[@802Garage]

P.S. Great review. This was pretty comprehensive short of some kind of teardown! I think people should really consider this printer over the popular options. With a coupon this is about the same price as the Ender 3 V3 KE and I'd take this.

[@anything4salinas496]

I ordered mine a week ago and i couldn’t be more happier with it. First time using a 3D printer but I’m learning and messing with it now and it’s not daunting or complicated. I bought it after watching your video and I’m having fun with it. Keep up the great content.

[@F1DesignUS]

I bought one of these as a backup to my Creality K1. The K1 broke a couple of times and decided to go with a different brand and dude has this been a great purchase. It just works and does all I need with no fuss.

[@ma_deuce0081]

Probably haven’t owned one for more than a month.

[@ABRetroCollections]

@@ma_deuce0081 Quit shilling for Creality. They have the worst reputation for reliability versus any other China made printer out there.

[@MegaLuigilover]

The Adventure 5M is my 3D printer. I love it so much. I got it for under $100 with prime day plus a gift card I had. It’s quick, accurate, and generally user-friendly.

[@krishuhn2184]

Thank you for this very honest and concise review. It helped make up my mind to go ahead and get the Flashforge Adventurer 5M.

[@markmeboy2011]

Got mine coming in tomorrow and you’ve set my mind at ease with your review

[@nlambert]

Awesome video!! I’ve been eyeballing a new printer for a long time and was excited to see this one. I tried finding reviews on the non pro 5m and found they were very limited, I did see someone say it was close to a P1S for half the price, so I said why not let’s try it for $299. I’m very impressed so far. I also put it in myself to create a basic video of walking through the first steps as I couldn’t find videos when I ordered it. Now it looks like others have made videos, and you have a well with some great production values. I’m glad more coverage is becoming available.

[@behindtheglass100]

I went from a Ender 3 to the Flashforge 5M and it was such a massive upgrade! Auto-leveling alone is worth paying extra money for. This printer is fast and I've had no problems with it so far. I've put a lot of prints through it and I am super happy. The Ender 3 can probably be calibrated to work well, but I'm more interested in a ready to use printer and I don't want to spend hours on end trying to figure out the right settings etc. I am also happy with the Orca-flashforge software that handles slicing and will send the files to the printer over the internet for printing. That means I can be at work and think of something I want to print and I can send it home to my printer and have it ready for me by the time I get home.

[@gpfryguy]

Thanks! Might join the club this black Friday!

[@kilo.sierra]

I received mine Wednesday and I've been checking KZbin every day in hopes of seeing new videos pop up!

[@darrengriffith9680]

Just ordered this today as a first printer. I agree there are so many opinions on entry level printers you go insane trying to choose one. I appreciate your endorsement of the flashforge.

[@ma_deuce0081]

My first broke out of the box. Second broke after a month. I will never buy a FlashForge ever again. It’s not worth the money.

[@RawDogger224]

@@ma_deuce0081either you’re super unlucky or god hates you 😭

[@Dgardei]

I just got my FlashForge Adventure 5M today. I wore out my Ender Pro 3 and did some shopping and reading and decided on the FlashForge. So far I am very happy with it! I do agree with you, the hooking up the display ribbon was the most nerve-wrecking part.

[@tbip2001]

Purchased this a couple of months ago snd it has worked out of the box flawlessly. I really wish they woyld make a 300 x 300 version!

[@johnkolman219]

Thanks for the video Jeremy. I've been on the fence about this printer and didn't know about the sweet deal on Amazon. I think I've made my decision!

[@writerjay]

Thanks for posting, I'm sold. Buying 1 soon!

[@blackcanyonmodelworx6060]

Thank you for doing this. I have 2 of the Bambu printers and was looking to add this specific printer to print mainly single color prints that I sell. You are so right, videos for this specific printer are not really out there on youtube. Love the very in-depth review you have done with this and look forward to seeing other videos you put out for this printer. Happy to be a new sub for you and your channel. Keep up the great content.

[@JahMomma]

Just now getting into 3D printing myself and I spent quite some time on youtube trying to figure out what is a good starter printer to really figure out if I actually want to pursue this hobby in the first place. Your video was VERY helpful and I can't thank you enough for putting out an informative video like this 👍

[@italosoares69]

I have manufactured 3d printers in the past, and i'm genuinely impressed by the quality x functionality for this price. definitely gonna get one for testing.

[@Kenword69420]

I bought one last week and I absolutely love it. Took about 20mins from opening the box to setup and have something printed

[@anthonylong5870]

There is NOTHING under $300 that comes even close to the value and quality you get with the 5M it really is the best plug n play printer under $500 on the market

[@eaojnr]

you've pretty much provided the whole user guide and manual for the Flashforge folks - wow!! Great stuff. You got me to order! thanks

[@compency]

I've had mine for about 2 weeks. Printed the enclosure and it's amazing. Such an upgrade from my old bedslinger. And it's so fast!

[@silentrice7399]

I just recently bought this printer a week ago. Super exciting to see someone actually review the non pro model

[@gunnarbiker]

Great review! I started with an Ender 3 Pro, and enjoyed it but felt extremely limited and, often frustrated. As a beginner, I felt aggravated at times at how hard it was to keep level. I also upgraded a lot of parts, including installing nylon bushings under the levelling knobs and the Micro Swiss Direct Drive Extruder. Yesterday (4/19), I "upgraded" (I hope) to the Flash Forge Adventurer 5M and hope to make more progressive prints. We'll see how that turns out. If it's successful, I may keep climbing the 3D printing ladder. As fiddly as the Ender 3 is, I will still keep printing smaller parts on it while my Flash Forge prints heavier duty stuff. I'm figuring it out as I go and videos like this help. I'm not in it to take over the 3D printing world, but to just to have some fun and make some props, and kits, that people can enjoy!

[@joandstar]

Thank you for taking the time to make such a clear, easy to follow, beginner friendly review! Definitely subscribed

[@FigureFeedback]

Thanks for the sub!

[@josephfuentes8000]

enjoyed your video! it's very clear and informative! 👍👍

[@coloradomodernart9032]

Great video! I just ordered mine today from Amazon. I can’t wait to check it out.

[@ma_deuce0081]

I recommend returning it now. My first broke out of the box. My second broke about a month of owning it. The Bambu Lab P1P is far more worth it.

[@KenPryor]

Thank you for this video! I just won one of these printers today and I have no previous experience with 3D printing. This video was very helpful!

[@carlreid7726]

Just a quick message to say thank for your your reviews on this printer after watching your videos I upgraded my printer to the Adventurer Flashforge 5M and I'm really pleased with the printer, in the UK it's was almost half price of the Bambu Lab I was looking at. I've started printing the parts for the enclosure and now I'm using Orca slicing software with has more features, look forward to more videos.

[@harvilleDesign]

Thanks for the video! I just bought one on eBay from Flashforge for $240 + tax ($264 total) today! EBay has a 20% off coupon valid til the 17th and several 3D printers are accepting this coupon. I did the "make an offer" of $300 (tried less, but no-go) and they accepted, so add in the 20% off and got a great deal! Can't wait to print fast!!

[@Cosanplayprops]

I have the flashforge resin printer an it's my go to, I just this printer an it works right out of thew box, I've not issues I love how fast it is. It does make a clicking noise but not all the time. Wish we had this when printers first came out.

[@vincentcyr3719]

Got one of those showing up today. Looking forward to making some photography gear and toys for my kid.

[@KoreyMacGill]

Great video. I rocked an anet a8 and an anycubic chiron for 5 years a while ago. Sold em. Got out of the hobby. Feeling the itch but wanted a corexy. This is definitely goint on the birthday list. thank you for going over differences with pro version

[@Thadopeera]

Interesting.. Glad to see that there’s another good option out here

[@NoahBis]

this video is very high quality! Thank you for the informative review

[@FigureFeedback]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Adamhc75]

I looked long and hard at this printer.. I ended up picking up the Pro because I was able to get it for 489 plus tax on Amazon because of a 50 dollar savings and a 10% off coupon that Flashforge had on Amazon.. the same coupon was also available on the 5M, bringing it down to 270 before tax. So, a great deal on either model.

[@doukasphatskool9364]

bravo!!! excellent review!! nobody talks about this printer!!

[@EsotericArctos]

Flashforge are one of the few companies that were making "works out of the box" printers for some time. Unlike Creality Enders that need modifications to make them work well. They won't reach the travel or print speeds in the small size of the build, but it is nice to see that on paper they can do it. People get a little too hung up on mm/s measurements as though it is the be all and end all. Smaller parts will never reach those theoretical speeds

[@NomaddUK]

You really are an ambassador for this printer. I hope they recognise that and send you the enclosure for free. You deserve it. I bought this printer because of your videos and do not regret it. It arrived in TWO days. It was printing the test cube within half an hour. It won't print ABS though. I've tried everything. Could you try and make a video on it? I got it to stick to the bed using a raft but the layers won't adhere. It just lifts and cracks.

[@NomaddUK]

Oh, and another thing. I emailed their support team about the profile for Simplify3d and being unable to print ABS and they replied next day. Very good service. Not tested their suggestions yet though.

[@Orert]

Awesome video man

[@jsmith6599]

Problem with printer loosing it's position actually is very common to any machinery equipped with stepper motors with no feedback. From my years of experience with CNC milling machine tools, it may come from both mechanical or electronical reasons. 1) check if printer's head hits anything. 2) thoroughly clean the guides, ball-screw pairs and drop some oil on it. 3) if mechanics works perfectly well, check all connections of cables and wires going from drivers to stepping motors, plug them thighter into their sockets. 4) alternatively, try to lower the accelerations. 5) if all above didn't work, the problem may be with electronics and it this case there is little you can do. Unfortunately, the exact reason of errors in stepping motors is very hard to pinpoint. Even if problem is purely electrical, there is still a bumping sound im the moment the error occures and it may seems that mechanical parts is suddenly stuck or hit something.

[@shanepearce1629]

you can have the new filament in the Bowden tube ready to go on the one heat up

[@jasonfromda6ix]

Great video the flash forge 5M I have seen people add a sealed plexiglass enclosure. Do you happen to have a video for that?

[@Killswitch1411]

I have a Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro and I was pretty surprised how good of a printer it has been. For me compared to the P1S I had more consistent prints from the get go from the 5M than the P1S. But you really cant go wrong with either. So it would come down the the Slicer and I guess you can use Klipper on the 5M now.

[@LordReef]

Me suscribo. Es la mejor review que he visto de esta impresora. En mi país España.. no ha llegado el descuento. Pero parece que llegará en un momento u otro y la compraré. Enhorabuena por el canal de KZbin, espero ver más vídeos tuyos de esta maquina. Saludos!!

[@FigureFeedback]

¡Muchas gracias! Tendré más vídeos disponibles pronto.

[@Tanner3D]

Great video, mine is arriving on Thursday so I've been watching as many videos on it as possible. I design toys and all my other printers are slower bed slingers that print great but I wanted something that could knock out a test print fast so I can test something I'm currently engineering and the sale price of this was just too good to pass up.

[@puncherdavis9727]

Just got mine today for 279 42% off Prime day on Amazon talk about perfect timing

[@danikaflorence444]

I’ve had one since February of this year (2024) and it’s been a fuckin beast. I use it for figurines and even 3D2A stuff and this machine is pretty much no fuss no muss. I spent $400 and it has certainly proved its worthfullness Edit: I have the 5M Pro, not the base model 5M

[@kgmni]

Actually yes, frustrating. I ended up snapping the little clip off while my grandson was watching me get the printer ready for him as birthday present. We were so disappointed, however I did end up snapping that damn little clip back then it was good to go..😊 Thank you for your videos..

[@genericyoutuber3394]

Could you try to see how this printer does with TPU?

[@FigureFeedback]

Sure can! I'll make a separate video about that.

[@webpro607]

15:25 can you please provide a link where i can order this filament?

[@laurenpatnaude3336]

Great video! It is the reason I purchased this printer. I just got mine today and am already printing! Where would I find the file for the side spool holder?

[@FigureFeedback]

Thanks! Here's the file: www.printables.com/model/707057-side-spoolholder-flashforge-adventurer-5m-fully-3d

[@jongustafson7463]

Thank you for this video - I have a feeling I will be watching a lot of your videos. Your links to the stormtrooper do not work any longer, do you have any more links?

[@FigureFeedback]

The creator of that model took the link down. There are some brick models on Makerworld. Some require an AMS, and some do not: makerworld.com/en/search/models?keyword=brick+no+ams

[@CaptCorpMURICA]

Waiting on mine from Flashforge directly. It’s going to be a great upgrade from my OG Ender 3.

[@FigureFeedback]

Absolutely a huge upgrade!

[@rikwonink1411]

I am looking to do the same upgrade, was it worth it?

[@CaptCorpMURICA]

@@rikwonink1411 it was. I highly recommend it.

[@victorreyes351]

Great video btw!

[@ultimatedude80]

looking at it the kit from flashforge is about 40 bucks for the enclosure which 340 for a fully enclosed printer that is that fast is nuts

[@billcs66]

Thank you, for the info.

[@alysenaid4134]

Very good video! Love how you talk (slow but not too slow and very clear). Now I've got a question: I'd love to print this cute dragon. Could you please tell, which model and which filament you used for it? :)

[@FigureFeedback]

I believe this is the model I printed for the dragon: www.printables.com/model/733515-flexi-leaf-dragonprint-in-place. I used a generic blue-green silk filament. It doesn't even have a name on the spool. I think I got it from Temu.

[@cyspawn23]

Nice video thanks bro

[@RioElMystic-999]

Have you tried printing it at max speed 600mm/s , did you find it effected the quality of the print significantly or it still functioned well doing so? Thank you

[@tinker349e]

im looking to get my first printer and I think this is what ill get. Any recommendations for accessories I should get like the PLA etc?

[@mooseworks_soldiers]

Does it use a microSD card or USB stick? Ty.

[@Dylcifer]

$300 for a CoreXY machine is solid

[@SeanSR]

When are you gonna finish printing the enclosure for the 5M?

[@FigureFeedback]

I just decided to start printing it again. I'm doing the first riser piece now.

[@nicdeen7482]

I have an adventurer 5m pro at work... It's /fine/. I have a THE100, voron2.4, k1, kobra 2 max at home and I like each of them more than the 5m pro, but none of them /just work/ like the 5m pro does. The 5M is a great printer if you want something that simply prints files. My 5m pro at work has ~250hrs of print time on it and maybe 1 or 2 failed prints in that entire time.

[@design8studio]

Thanks for the great video!

[@zravel]

Thanks for your video - I ordered it and was looking for someone who could give me a little bit of advance information.

[@jonsilliboy4251]

The dragon ball collection 🧐🔥

[@FigureFeedback]

I've been loving Dragonball since elementary school.

[@shanepearce1629]

the screen cable on mine did not plug in to the same spot as the video of replacing the screen

[@DeRock401]

Might return the ender 3 v3 KE I got for my son and get him this one. He really is loving my bambu lab p1s combo , and I can’t get another one of those right now, so this might be a good option for him. Does it not hold 1kg spools tho? Some Amazon reviews are not good

[@FigureFeedback]

This printer can hold 1KG spools easily.

[@dmonty2k]

Mine is arriving today. Where did you get the STL file for that dragon? Can you post a link to it? And the Torture Toaster? :)

[@FigureFeedback]

Leaf dragon: www.printables.com/model/733515-flexi-leaf-dragonprint-in-place Torture Toaster: www.printables.com/model/60985-the-torture-toaster

[@dmonty2k]

@@FigureFeedback Thanks for the quick response. I LOVE this printer. Coming from an Ender 3 Pro and Ender 5 - auto levelling, the awesome flexible build plate, the ease of switching nozzles - this one is amazing.

[@ROMPE_NALGAS_24-7]

Thank you for the 5m content keep it coming brotha

[@420treeenthusiast]

LOVE THIS! Mine just showed up today! Could you point me in the right direction of that flexi dragon please?!

[@FigureFeedback]

Sure! Here is a link to it: www.printables.com/model/733515-flexi-leaf-dragonprint-in-place/files

[@420treeenthusiast]

@@FigureFeedback yo I appreciate you! 👊

[@christopherlyons7613]

How do you calibrate esteps (rotation distance) on the 5M? I understand the process but not sure how to send gcode commands to the 5M. Can that be done through Orca or FlashPrint or do you need another app to get this done?

[@derickstephenson2532]

I ordered mine 2 days ago, mainly because of this video man. You did an awesome job, and I hope mine works as well as yours seems to be. I do have a question on the filaments you used for the dragon and bust. Were they high speed PLA or regular ? And did they also print at 300 mm per second?

[@FigureFeedback]

The dragon was not printed with high speed filament, but the bust was. I used default speeds for all the prints within FlashPrint.

[@Lpcnew]

Hi there :) Please, I bought my 5M today and would like to know where can I find the 3d model for the blue support to add on my printer, like yours. Cheers.

[@FigureFeedback]

Hi! That part is the guard plate that's a part of the 5M DIY enclosure files. You can find them here: wiki.flashforge.com/en/knowledge_corner/printer-mod-and-diy OR www.printables.com/model/756373-flashforge-adventurer-5m-enclosure/files

[@Lpcnew]

@@FigureFeedback thanks mate :)

[@MrFord1947]

Can you show the usb camera add on and one you recommend

[@elijahdayal8104]

Great video! Just a small question. How loud is the printer? I have a ender 3 with the silent motherboard and I want something that wont make too much noise.

[@FigureFeedback]

The loudest thing about this printer are the fans. I'm not gonna lie to you, they're pretty loud.

[@jwoodshed1108]

Did you print a benchy? Its nice to have that to compare with other printers quality.

[@FigureFeedback]

I didn't print a benchy. I printed the torture toaster instead.

[@VenkatVisvanathan]

What filaments are recommended to buy along with the printer? like default ones and must haves

[@kn0bs]

Can you please share where you got the model for the flexy dragon?

[@FigureFeedback]

I think it was this one: www.printables.com/model/413203-articulated-night-spirit-dragon

[@kn0bs]

@@FigureFeedback Thanks! Love your videos, btw!

[@kellbell731]

Can I get MakerWorld files on this? Every time someone posts a link for a file, it’s for a Bambu

[@Hypernova-ug4ob]

great content thanks very much :)

[@NomaddUK]

I hope you used a little grease when you went round the back and stuck it up the other hole.

[@gjeraldh2989]

has the flashprint software improved since this video?

[@FigureFeedback]

I don't really use FlashPrint. I prefer OrcaSlicer. But it would be a good idea for me to revisit it for a future video.

[@WDRTE]

Mine hasn’t been very successful because even when adding the adhesive things always pop off and I have to cancel the printing. Do you know how to fix this? Also, I don’t know how to place custom prints to make with the printer so all I can do is make the default options.

[@fram79]

Try preheating your bed for about 5 minutes before you print, especially if you are printing larger pieces or pieces that are away from the center (The bed heats from the middle out). This can be done from the touchscreen. Clean the bed using alcohol.

[@JackWu-l8d]

Wow, great video on the Adventurer 5M! 😍 As a long-time 3D printing enthusiast, I find the Flashforge AD5M Pro absolutely impressive. Out of the box ready, with awesome nozzle swapping! 🚀 Talk about precision and speed! 🎯 A must-try for every maker out there! 💡👍

[@gojtron]

stupid bot

[@3DGEOPrints]

Have you tried adding the open source version of clipper yet? If you do i think it will then let you use any slicer at that point and then you can write G code to change all the processes you said is a con. Sounds like another video 😉

[@FigureFeedback]

I haven't tried flashing Klipper to the printer yet. I'm going to wait until some more testing has been done since the project is still new.

[@ohfr20]

Buying this tomorrow 👌

[@Ronnie_Herron]

How can I print more then one color I’m trying find one that I can do different colors then one color

[@FigureFeedback]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp_JaYBjnrR3jas

[@tsarrr]

Can you share the link to the lego storm trooper, that thing looks cool as

[@FigureFeedback]

Yep, here's the link: www.printables.com/model/735734-big-bricks-stormtrooper-61-lego-inspired-figure-no

[@TC-wo7qs]

Just ordered mine, where do you get the STL for the enclosure kit? How much filament does it use and how ling does it take to make?

[@TC-wo7qs]

Maybe I should watch the rest of the video lol

[@FigureFeedback]

You can find the enclosure files here: wiki.flashforge.com/en/knowledge_corner/printer-mod-and-diy How long it takes is going to depend on your settings and the filament you use, but be prepared to go through a few 1kg rolls at least.

[@maotyrias]

I can confirm it's a good printer and cheap

[@kylebyers9824]

Where abouts did you get that storm trooper STL from mate?

[@FigureFeedback]

I got it on Printables. www.printables.com/model/735734-big-bricks-stormtrooper-61-lego-inspired-figure-no

[@DrewLSsix]

Tue ribbon cable reminds me of something i used to say about certain jobs, its not hard to do right but its really easy to do wrong. In other words, dont get complacent.

[@Antoan108]

Would you suggest this or the creality k1c? They are the same price for me.

[@FigureFeedback]

Since they're the same price for you, I'd go with the K1C.

[@Antoan108]

@@FigureFeedback thanks for letting me know. Could you say why?

[@FigureFeedback]

Sure. The K1C is already enclosed, so you can print with more materials right away. It's also faster, has a larger build volume and includes a camera.

[@Antoan108]

@FigureFeedback oh actually, i meant the flashforge 5m PRO and creality K1c are the same price for me. Do you still think the k1c is better?