For most buyers the Bambu Lab P2S is the Bambu printer to buy: Bambu lists a fully enclosed 256 mm build volume, a hardened steel nozzle and extruder gear, and a carbon filter. First-time buyers who only plan to print PLA, PETG and TPU can spend less on the open-frame A1 or the smaller A1 mini . The H2D is the step up for large prints and two-material jobs, and the P1S is the older enclosed model that Bambu still sells.

This page is desk research from Bambu Lab’s US store pages, read on November 7, 2026. We have not used these printers. Price bands are for the printer alone on Bambu’s US store, which was running a Black Friday sale when we checked; Combo bundles with an AMS cost more, and prices change often.

Quick Picks

Model Build volume (Bambu-listed) Frame Materials Price band, printer only
P2S 256 x 256 x 256 mm Fully enclosed, carbon filter Engineering filaments; hardened steel nozzle and gear About $450 to $550
A1 256 x 256 x 256 mm Open frame PLA, PETG, TPU; not ABS, ASA, PC or PA About $250 to $300
A1 mini 180 x 180 x 180 mm Open frame PLA, PETG, TPU; not ABS, ASA, PC or PA Under $250
H2D (Amazon search) 325 x 320 x 325 mm single nozzle Enclosed, 65°C chamber heating Engineering filaments; 350°C hotend Over $1,350
P1S (Amazon search) 256 x 256 x 256 mm Enclosed, activated carbon filter PA, PC, ABS, ASA About $350 to $400

1. Bambu Lab P2S: The Enclosed All-Rounder

Bambu lists the P2S with a 256 x 256 x 256 mm build volume, a fully enclosed chamber, a hardened steel nozzle and extruder gear, and a carbon filter. Bambu describes it as “50°C Chamber Ready For Engineering-Grade Filaments,” but its FAQ says the P2S has no active chamber heating; it holds heat with the enclosure and a flap that switches between internal and external airflow. The P2S takes Bambu’s AMS 2 Pro, and Bambu says its nozzles are compatible with H2D nozzles but not A1 nozzles.

It suits a buyer who wants one printer for years: PLA and PETG today, ABS, ASA or fiber-filled filament later. Our P2S vs P1S comparison covers what the newer model changes.

View the Bambu Lab P2S on Amazon . The listing we checked was sold by the Bambu Lab Store. A P2S Combo with an AMS 2 Pro is a separate listing.

2. Bambu Lab A1: Full-Size Bed, Open Frame

The A1 has a 256 x 256 x 256 mm build volume on an open frame. Bambu’s FAQ lists conventional high-temperature filaments such as ABS, ASA, PC and PA as not recommended, and says “We don’t recommend enclosing the A1.”

It fits a first printer for PLA, PETG and TPU where the bed size matters, such as cosplay parts or storage bins. Our P1S vs A1 comparison explains when the enclosure is worth paying for, and the A1 vs A1 Combo page covers the AMS lite bundle.

View the Bambu Lab A1 on Amazon .

3. Bambu Lab A1 mini: The Small Starter

The A1 mini has a 180 x 180 x 180 mm build volume. Bambu says it “can print most of the materials on the market that don’t require an enclosure, such as PLA, PETG, TPU,” and does not recommend ABS, ASA, PC, PA or PET. It is the lowest-priced printer in Bambu’s US lineup.

It suits small prints, a first printer for a teen or a second printer on a desk. The 180 mm bed is the limit to check. Our A1 vs A1 mini comparison covers the trade-off.

View the Bambu Lab A1 mini with LED Lamp Kit on Amazon . This listing bundles Bambu’s LED lamp kit; the A1 mini Combo with an AMS lite is a separate listing.

4. Bambu Lab H2D: Dual Nozzle for Large and Engineering Prints

Bambu lists the H2D with a 325 x 320 x 325 mm single-nozzle volume, 300 x 320 x 325 mm when printing with both nozzles, and 350 x 320 x 325 mm in total when both nozzles use the same filament. It has a 350°C hotend and 65°C chamber heating, and a Laser Edition adds a laser module for engraving and cutting.

It fits large engineering parts, prints that pair two materials, and buyers who would otherwise run two printers. It is the most expensive printer on this page. Our Creality K2 Plus vs H2D and Prusa CORE One L vs H2D pages compare it with rivals.

We did not find a current Amazon listing for the H2D, so this is a labeled search: Search Amazon for the Bambu Lab H2D . Bambu’s own store also sells it.

5. Bambu Lab P1S: The Older Enclosed Model

The P1S has a 256 x 256 x 256 mm build volume in an enclosed plastic and glass chamber, with an activated carbon filter, and Bambu lists it as capable of PA, PC, ABS and ASA. Bambu’s P2S FAQ says there are no plans to stop selling the P1S at the moment.

It suits a buyer who wants an enclosure at a lower price than the P2S. Its stock nozzle is stainless steel, so carbon or glass fiber filament needs Bambu’s hardened steel upgrade, covered in our Bambu hotend guide .

This is a labeled search: Search Amazon for the Bambu Lab P1S .

Which Bambu by Budget

  • Under $250: A1 mini. Small bed, open frame, the lowest-cost way into Bambu’s ecosystem.
  • About $250 to $300: A1. The same open-frame approach with a full 256 mm bed.
  • About $350 to $550: P1S or P2S. Pay for an enclosure if ABS, ASA or fumes in a shared room matter. The P2S adds hardened steel parts and the newer AMS 2 Pro.
  • Over $1,350: H2D, for dual-nozzle and large engineering prints.

Add the cost of an AMS if multicolor printing is the goal. Our multicolor printer guide and AMS accessories guide explain the options.

Who Should Look Elsewhere

Skip Bambu if you would rather buy into another maker’s software and parts; our beginner printer guide includes a Prusa alternative. If the printer is a gift, read our 3D printer gift guide and, for someone who already owns a Bambu, our gifts for Bambu Lab owners .

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FAQ

Which Bambu Lab printer should a beginner buy?

The A1 for a full-size bed or the A1 mini for small prints and the lowest cost. Both are open-frame printers for PLA, PETG and TPU. Buy the P2S instead if ABS, ASA or other materials that need an enclosure are likely.

Is the P1S discontinued?

No. Bambu’s US store still sells the P1S, and its P2S FAQ says there are no plans to stop selling the P1S at the moment.

Should I buy the Combo version?

Buy a Combo if you want multicolor printing from the start. The A1 and A1 mini Combos add an AMS lite, and the P2S Combo adds an AMS 2 Pro. You can add an AMS later, but the Combo saves a second purchase.