# 3Dprintpicks > 3D printer and filament buying guides for home makers ## Site - Homepage: https://www.3dprintpicks.com/ - Guides: https://www.3dprintpicks.com/blog - Authors: https://www.3dprintpicks.com/authors - RSS: https://www.3dprintpicks.com/blog/rss.xml - Affiliate disclosure: https://www.3dprintpicks.com/affiliate-disclosure ## Guides - [Best 3D Printer Filament: PLA vs PETG Without the Guesswork](https://www.3dprintpicks.com/blog/best-3d-printer-filament): Most clog stories are wet spools or the wrong material for the job. We compare trusted PLA and PETG picks so your next print sticks for the right reason. - [Best 3D Printer for Beginners: Start Small, Print Something Useful](https://www.3dprintpicks.com/blog/best-3d-printer-for-beginners): Beginners need auto leveling, a forgiving first layer, and a desk footprint that does not take over the room. Our starter pick is the Bambu Lab A1 Mini. - [Best 3D Printer (2026): Desk Fit, Quiet, and First-Print Wins](https://www.3dprintpicks.com/blog/best-3d-printer): The best 3D printer for most home desks is the one that finishes a first print without a weekend of calibration. We ranked enclosed, multi-color, and budget options for real rooms.