Is the Adventurer 5M good for a beginner?

Yes. It arrives 95% assembled, levels itself, and uses a PEI bed, so there is little tuning before the first print. Owners describe it as easy to set up and use.

Does it come enclosed?

No. The frame is open, and an enclosure kit is sold separately. Without one, ABS is harder to print and drafts can affect tall parts.

What filaments can it print?

The 0.4 mm direct-drive hotend reaches 300 °C and handles PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU and wood-filled filament. TPU works because the extruder is direct drive.

How big are the prints it can make?

The build volume is 220 x 220 x 220 mm, roughly 8.66 inches per side. That covers most small and medium parts but not large helmets or full-size props in one piece.

How fast is it really?

Flashforge rates it at 600 mm/s with 20,000 mm/s² acceleration. Real prints run slower than the maximum, and owners report slowing the first layer for adhesion.

The printer comes mostly assembled, with the display and filament holder to install. It includes a 0.4 mm nozzle and a PEI build plate; filament is not included.

Where is the Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer cheapest?

At Flashforge, for $229.00, 23% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Is the Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer at its lowest price?

Yes: $229.00 is the lowest price we've seen for it since November 7.

What do buyers say about the Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer?

Buyers like: High print quality; Easy to assemble and set up; Easy to use, good for beginners. Common complaints: LCD plug on the enclosure kit is weak; Enclosure needs some lights.

Where can I buy the Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer?

8 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Lowe's, Amazon, Flashforge, eBay.

Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer Price History: $229.00

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers describe the Adventurer 5M as easy to assemble and easy to use, with high print quality and fast speeds for a beginner machine. Complaints center on first-layer tuning and on the optional enclosure kit's weak LCD connector and lack of lighting.

What people mention

Print qualityPraisedOwners report clean, high-quality prints for a machine aimed at beginners.
SetupPraisedReviewers say assembly is quick and simple, with only the display and filament holder to fit.
SpeedPraisedBuyers highlight the fast printing speed as a main reason they like it.
First layerMixedSome owners have to slow down the first layer to get it to stick reliably.
Enclosure kitCriticisedThe enclosure kit's LCD plug is described as weak and the enclosure as needing added lights.

From Flashforge

Quick setup in 10 minutes or less, no experience needed
220 × 220 × 220 mm build volume
600 mm/s max printing speed
20,000 mm/s² max acceleration
CoreXY all-metal structure reduces errors from vibrations and shifts
Quick-detach nozzles for easy maintenance

Guarantee: 12-month limited warranty for 3D printers; 3-month warranty for extruder parts.
Returns: Returns accepted for 3D printers within 30 days of delivery.
Shipping: 3D printers ship from international local warehouses and usually arrive in 2-5 working days; accessories ship from the China warehouse and may take longer.
In the box: 95% pre-assembled; only the display and filament holder need installation

About the Flashforge Adventurer 5M 3D Printer

The Flashforge Adventurer 5M is a fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printer made for beginners. It is 95% pre-assembled, and only the display and filament holder need to be installed. Setup takes 10 minutes or less and needs no prior experience.

It has a CoreXY all-metal structure, which reduces errors from vibrations and shifts. The build plate levels automatically. The nozzles detach quickly for easy maintenance.

The build volume is 220 × 220 × 220 mm (8.66 × 8.66 × 8.66 in). It supports PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU and wood-filled filaments.