So, you got a 3D printer for the holidays, and you’re excited to dive in. Chances are, you’re not sure where to begin. What can you print? What’s fun? What’s useful?

These days, top consumer models can retail for as little as $200. To better understand how 3D printers work and the best ones to buy, we spoke with 3D printing experts.

The best 3D printers for beginners offer simple setup, flexibility, and an intuitive interface to help get users up and printing.

The Anycubic Kobra Max removes a lot of the frustration from 3D printing and reminds us why we loved the hobby in the first place.