To those H2D owners who also have an H2D, or are well knowledged in this area, is it worth the upgrade? I still have 2 weeks to return mine is why I ask (I have original box/packing material, etc). Its used daily. Its been, well, as far as printing, flawless, outside of the issues Ive brought upon myself.
Would you return the H2D for an H2C for $400? Its a local store. Because it is likely i will be asked “what is your user case?”, I am not a business, I print functional stuff for the house/garage/cars. I’ve only started doing TPU (gaskets), I have PETG but have not printed on it yet. But no, this isnt a weekend only or once a week thing for me. Hoping I can find niche stuff for the wife / family, or perhaps functional things for cars/garage, who knows. Ive started digging into the free CAD software out there because, well, while Im thankful that theres free designs already out there, some customization might be needed. Lastly, the family is all artists/designers, where I just push buttons on the printer/software (I’m a part of that crowd that would fail to draw a stick man).
And, theres always the, why not wait and have both down the road! Who knows?
Just a quick note to help you decide: Be aware that if you pre-order or get an HC2, you will be an early adopter. That means there will certainly be problems, as with any new device; it has always been that way. There are no real user reviews of the HC2 yet, only devices provided to selected reviewers.
As I said, just for your information, be aware of what it means to be an early adopter.
If you’re already thinking, “Why not have both?” — then have both.
Keep the H2D and spend time exploring what it can and cannot do. Enjoy the process, build your model portfolio, and grow your client base etc. When you eventually need a second printer, add the H2C.
If your main goal is printing multicolor PLA models, then getting the H2C right away makes sense. However, based on what you’ve described, multicolor printing doesn’t seem to be your top priority.
Also, $400 price difference probably covers only the base configuration: default nozzles and a single AMS2. To fully take advantage of the H2C, you’ll need additional nozzles. Realistically, you’d also want two AMS Pro units and at least an HT (or another AMS Pro) for the left nozzle.
Once you factor that in, the total cost will be more than $400.
I am aware of that, but also of the history of Bambu. This is a completely new system in terms of nozzles. There is no experience - correction: except for a few days - with the new nozzles yet, nor Vortek. Just look at the history of the H2D: the forum is full of reports about the problems it encountered when it came onto the market. You only have to look to the past to learn from it.
I’m not saying people shouldn’t buy it, but they must be aware of what an early adopter is.
Thank you all for your responses. Going to keep the H2D and save myself some trips to the store. My H2D just works, as, I’ll pass for now as being a H2C test guinea pig, RetroSharky
And thanks Sebo3D1. Who knows what 2026 will bring as I continue down this path. Hopefully some lower prices, QoL updates, etc (and maybe an H2C).
I would hold off if I were you. I have the H2C and have had nothing but problems with the Vortek. Right now I have a $3000 centerpiece. The lights are pretty…
You posted the same sentence in the thread about problems with the H2C. One opinion doesn’t tell the whole story, does it? How does that help the OP? It’s great that you don’t have any problems - be happy - but just be fair. This isn’t a competition to sugar-coat things.
Being fair about the pros and cons helps people. Not posting everywhere “but I don’t have any problems” - I understand, you’re hyped about your new printer, lots of people are! But you can’t hide the fact that bambu has a history when it comes to early adopters.
It is better to wait for the second or third production batch in spring. OP can still sell his printer; it’s not suddenly going to lose its value, and buy a H2C for it.
Ok, I’m in the same “happy user” group. When a problem does appear, you learn very quickly. So far we literally have only 1 issue with plate adhesion, so I’d actually say it’s the other way around. A few opinions about a bad unit, transport damage, or simple user errors don’t make the printer bad.
Problems will happen for sure. When I was removing all the screws, I was already thinking how many people would mess this up—not because they’re not intelligent, but because everything is extremely small and hard to handle with “fat fingers.”
If there were any serious, widespread issues, we would have heard about them by now. I work in IT, and I know that when Apple messes up an update, everyone knows the next day.
My theory about the non-sticking plate issue: the extra nozzles from the Ultimate set have some transparent, oily substance in them—it looks like oil. If someone installs those nozzles, the default purge may not be enough to flush it out. I only noticed this on the extra nozzles; the ones that came pre-installed in the printer didn’t have this liquid. So anyone who installed nozzles from the Ultimate set and started printing right away could run into adhesion issues.
I’m about 60% sure about this. No one seems to have noticed it except me. I guess I was the only one who pushed TPU filament into the nozzle to see how deep it goes—and realized oil was actually coming out of it. I wonder if people with issues all have ultimate set nozzles.
I hope the experts here take into account the context of the topic, as well as the original question, when writing pros and cons, and do not recommend a erlay adopter “Ferrari” across the board if OP is just learning to drive.
“Hard to believe that not long ago, the last time I picked up a 3D printer from MicroCenter (PowerSpec 3D Pro 2), the majority of that time was troubleshooting, tweaking, and babysitting every single print job. Now, with no Bambu Studio knowledge, no 3D design knowledge, nothing besides being able to push the Print button, it is possible to simply just do 3D printing.”
“Lastly, the family is all artists/designers, where I just push buttons on the printer/software (I’m a part of that crowd that would fail to draw a stick man).”
Just a reminder that a device is desired that is already so advanced that you only have to press a button. The desire for a device that does not require tinkering or tweaking was clearly expressed
As I said, don’t get me wrong, it’s just that two different lenses are clashing here, or call it mentalities.
Then you should find a different hobby; 3D printing and 3D printers are not plug-and-play. Even with bamboo printers, you can achieve significantly better results with optimizations, but you have to study and experiment intensively.
We are a community that welcomes everyone, whether beginner or expert, young or old. Recommendations to “seek other” hobbies are not welcome in this context. We welcome everyone, whether you’re a pro, one click user, or just a casual enthusiast.
I have already answered this question. I would only be repeating myself. You would not be reading anything new that I have not already written. As I said, please do not misunderstand, this is not disrespectful, but simply to avoid posting the entire post again. Remember: Different users have different experiences with new Bambu products.
It is important that OP can form his own opinion, not what the ultimate truth about H2C is, because there is no such thing.
Please note the context: we’re not even talking about not buying the print, but about the timing.
sure fine by me. i did reread that thread i mostly see issues with the plate where maybe there is broken batch of them (not sure if that would be h2c exclusive) then i see one person with
Agreed i have no issue at all with people being careful. The reason why i am reading all these threads is to learn and if mine gets issues be prepared. Compared to other releases i see very few so far but we are in the first say 1000hours for most ‘normal’ users. I also don’t see many that yell h2c specific issues so far which i am looking for even more because so many other parts overlap with the other H models and should match (3d printers are complex by nature). Also these last few weeks and first week of the new year for shipping reasons aren not a smart moment to buy anyway better to wait at least 1 or 2 months now and get more info and better shipping without issues changes.
Initially, I was just going to give you a thumbs up, but since those are often overlooked, I’m writing this to show my respect. I agree with you completely, and your contribution to the topic is great.
Anyone who naively approaches 3D printing and believes that you don’t have to configure anything on a BambuLab printer simply doesn’t understand.
3D printing isn’t plug-and-play – not even with BambuLab.
I just read a question in a German forum: “I have a new H2C but no idea about 3D printing and I’m trying to calibrate the filaments, but it’s not working.” Sorry, but I’m speechless. Why would a beginner buy an H2C instead of an A1 and then familiarize themselves with the basics first? Frustration is guaranteed.
I kind of agree with this if you come into 3d printing a few things are kind of weird to me even more so from bambulab. If you look at for example the orginal h2d ads you get the feeling its an appliance in the home that any fam. member can use todo nearly anything without effort and some knowledge. The reality seems to be its more like cooking you can have good tools but its still depends on some skills from who is cooking, the ingredients and the way you cook for good results. The second thing that is weird is you think about how we normally use appliances they 100% break this ‘image’ of its just a appliance myth the moment where something goes wrong or breaks they send you parts and guide you to wiki’s where to be fair a good amount of ‘work inside the box’ is needed that would never be adviced by other devices we own around the home. This is i feel part of the issue they want us to feel everybody can use it but in reality at least one person in the home has to know and have some patience and skills to revolve/debug issues that for sure will happen at times.
