Creality Ender 5 vs 5 Pro | 3D Printer Video Review
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- The video review is going to go into more detail than this (sorry that it's 15 minutes) so I'd recommend starting out there.
Starting out with the unboxing, I didn't mention this in the review, but the packaging was expert. It all fit into a reasonably sized box with all the pieces neatly laid out in cut out spots. There is plenty of packing, so everything stays in really good condition. The majority of this is largely put together and, even if this isn't your first time putting a printer together, it's really just a handful of bolts that get screwed into place. The included instructions aren't really even needed... the bottom piece of the base has a good visual instruction set, but definitely use the instructions if needed.
The main reasons to go with the Pro over the original is for the silent 1.1.5 mainboard (uses silent TMC2208 drivers), blue Capricorn (I believe it's using that brand - tighter diameter so there is less wiggle room of the filament for more consistent results), stiffer yellow springs (makes it so your print surface needs to be leveled less and reduces vibrations), and the red metal extruder (compared to the plastic on the regular Ender 5, this puts greater tension on the filament again... more consistent results). This is really a great start for a first time printer because these are largely the upgrades that most people end up doing anyway. Might as well just let the manufacturer do it and reduce any mistakes that could possibly happen.
Overall, this is a great great great first printer or second or third or fourth. I barely needed to do anything out of the box and it's printing beautifully. I'm really excited to add this to my printer roster and can't wait to see how far I can push it! Thanks for reading and watching! - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
I'm currently considering this printer , and the fact that you are recording audio this close to this thing was 'IT' for me. That is really quitet
Im really new for 3d printing and i probably buy ender 5 pro but i wanted to hear how loud is it and by this video i can say i maybe could put it in my bedroom because its so silent :) so im just more sure that i buy this printer :)
Sorry for the long delay on a response, but I’m glad to hear I was able to help out your purchase decision. Thanks so much for your kind comments and for watching!
Thanks, I've been having a hard look at many printers, and this helped me decide on the Ender 5 Pro as my first!
Thanks mate! I did just order this printed after your review. i am impressed.
Great Review man, I just purchased one, I’m excited it will be here in a few days
Duuuude. This level of detail is soo helpful. You absolutely deserve more subs. Respect!!
Love the channel name too. 👍
Thank you so much, I appreciate your support!
thanks i am sending back my ender 3 pro and getting a getting a ender 5 pro . like the points you brought forward .
Thank you for this video. Just got into 3D printing and picked up a CR-10 second hand but was looking for a second printer. This was highly recommended due to the design. Looks like I am sold.
the best review and cmparison finally! after 100 videos i found this an im really glad that you coverd all the points
Thank you so much for such a kind comment! I’m trying to avoid doing what everyone else is what all kinds of fluff and having themselves on camera. Most folks are here for the information then to be on their way. Thanks again!
And this is how you make a review gentleman. Awesome video, confirmed my purchase for a Xmas gift for my 13yr old and myself :-)
Thank you so much for the kind words! I appreciate your feedback.
Thanks so much for this comparison! I have an old ancient CR7 (yeah, the little one) which is already loud enough with steppers and one fan, plus little dampener feet. I was IMMEDIATELY in love with the silent board feature shown here cause it sits right next to my desk and can get annoying. I recently pulled the trigger to get a 5 Pro and it's arriving on Saturday! So excited to hear nothing! 😅 This video played a good part in my decision cause all the other reviews are from people who had the 5 Pro sent to them which I can never trust cause you KNOW those printers were handpicked and made sure to be PERFECT and probably won't be what most experience. Also like you said I was originally gonna get the regular 5, but figured I was gonna spend the difference on upgrades so I just tossed in the extra $50 for the Pro. Thanks again man! 🙂👍
Completly agree. In so many sectors, noise level is ignored but to me essential, also the top metric after product end result quality (cars: I went electric and my diesel feels like a steam train, computer, appliances, etc...).
I’m very new to 3D printing and plan on doing a good bit soon as I get my first printer. I have been trying to decide if I should get the 5 or the 5 Pro for the last 24 hours and no one I asked knew the differences between each machine (most of the people, I talked to have some variant of the Ender 3). Trying to find someone comparing the 5 to the 5 Pro has been harder than I expected but I’m really glad I decided to watch this video because now I know I’m definitely getting the 5 Pro. Thank you for posting this. You earned my subscription.
Side note, maybe you should consider changing the title of this video to something like Ender 5 vs Ender 5 Pro” it may get you more views and honestly you deserve more attention for this video.
That’s a great thought thank you! I appreciate the kind words and I made the change you recommended!
Thank you very much for the very detailed information.Running a PSD(Molle) panel manufacture this machine will come in handy making prototypes.
I just sent back my Ender 3 Max and ordered this one 👍🏼
I just bought one today and im excited to use it! Thanks for covering all of the bases.
I Just ordered one for me and my dad. I'm excited.
Awesome, I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 awesome profile pic. I'm about to put together the one I got for my dad. Then tomorrow mine should come in the mail. 👍🏻
@@TJ-fb9kw That's great! I hope you and your dad are both able to enjoy them and have a little good bonding as well!
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Best review. Lots of flashy, well edited reviews on this on youtube, but this is the one I trust isn't paid for.
Thank you so much, that really means a lot. I’m a little light on content at the moment as I’m working to pack and move next month, but I’m hoping to get into a more consistent cadence then. So much content on TH-cam is filled with fluff and I don’t want to be just another guy doing that. I appreciate your support of my channel and I’m glad I was able to help you make an informed decision!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Welcome mate. AvE and Project farm are big for one reason, they don't take free stuff for good reviews. Good formula, and rare as hell on this platform. Good luck, hope to see more honest reviews, instead of plastic reviews ;)
Great review. Very helpful. Thank you!
Nice video, answered every single question I had about this printer!
Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words.
Im going to get an ender 5 pro too, this is awesome because no one else made a actual review about this printer, definitely subscribing
im sold, gonna get one. Awesome review!
Mines on it's way! It'll be my first 3D printer, really looking forward to it.
Getting the printer today. Was really helpful understanding the set up by this video
Thanks for your kind words and thanks for watching!
Getting this for Christmas thanks mate this was a great video for a newbie like me
Awesome, thanks for the feedback. Glad it helped!
Interesting and well presented thanks. I’m pretty sure I’ll be getting one of these in the next month or so
Thanks so much for your kind words and support, I truly appreciate it! Hopefully my video helped you to make an informed decision.
Haha, great twist at the beginning :)
thanks for the review... exactly the kid I was looking for
Glad to hear this helped, thanks for watching and happy printing!
Very informative! I reckon this is the model I'll be buying with my daughter as our first printer, jointly owned.
I've done a lot of work with my 600x900 Chinese laser cutter, at 10 times the cost, which has a REALLY lousy operating system that is an unreachable black box. I prefer not to make the same mistake with 3D printing, which is why I've waited so long to get one (living in South Africa BTW - support is non-existent for a lot of stuff).
Thankyou my prints just wasn’t right I’ve moved the nut on the back which was done up so tight I thought it was welded. I got my grips on it . Thankyou brother .
Yeah great review I took the plunge into 3d printing and got the ender 5 plus, the size is not as big as I first thought which is great, and being silent running will help when am painting in the same room.
I’m so glad to hear this review has helped you. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for a great review. I'm looking in to getting a 3D printer and was thinking of just getting the standard version of this, but there you should upgrade with 2 TL-Smoothers among other things and when that is done, the machine have ended up costing the same as the pro, so I'll just get the pro I think.
I’m so glad you liked it and I’m glad I was able to help you make an informed decision on this printer!
These printers outlived their expectations.
very good review, thanks
Hi Thanks for your review!!!, one thing you commented that you printed on abs on the ender 5 pro, what was the outcome? also I notice on your Z lead screw that the antibackslash nut was missing, it came like that? thanks again!!!
ABS prints just grand if your settings are right and you have your printer in an enclosure. Otherwise, expect the first layers to start to peel up with ambient temperature changes.
Yeah, mine came like that. There are varying versions of the Ender 5 and some have it, some don’t, some have a different Z lead screw... I genuinely have no idea how to tell you what you’re going to get. Creality keeps making minor alterations.
Thanks... I been trying to figure out what to buy.. some people gave it bad reviews and more good.. But you explained why its better than the 3...
Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!
nice man cave. great review. thanks.
Thank You man this is very good explained! I have a ender 5 and a pro too and all You said was correct. Thanks man👍🏻👌🏻🔥🇩🇪
I was on the fence about which one I wanted to get and they have them on eBay brand new in a box and I think I’m going to get the Ender five pro just because of this video and I appreciate you
Thanks friend, I really appreciate the kind words! And thank you for the support as well and also for watching 😂
Wondering if you'd recommend a smoother with the 5 pro? I saw that the 5 needed one it seems but wasn't sure if the pro would be any better / if its needed. Thanks for the awesome review and comparison :)!
spaghettijustice hey, great question! So I personally don’t think you need smoothers. I’ve got the five and five pro, honestly haven’t needed them at all. However, your mileage may vary so I’d recommend printing a few things first then re-assessing after you have some test results! Good luck printing!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Gotcha, thanks for the reply :)! And gotcha I'll see how it prints and decide from there, thanks again!
Which 3D modeling software works well with this printer or which software would you recommend?
Excellent Review!!!
Thank you kindly!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 my pleasure :)
Wanted a 3D printer after seeing the 1/96 Starship model. I just saw one of these on a lightning deal, and this video pushed me over the edge...
Thank you for watching!
Great review. Just bought mine and it had the v4.2.2. board.
Thanks so much, I appreciate your feedback and support!
last question ...do you think this ender 5 prints better than ender 3 do to more stable design? thax
Great great review, you convinced me to get one. What do you think of getting a case, is it worth it?
I wouldn’t get a case unless you’re doing ABS.
If you want the silent motherboard, upgraded tube and filament feed, just get the pro. The couple of bucks you might save isn't worth the time. If you save anything.
I'm stuck between the Ender 5 Pro or the Ender 3 V2. Is it worth 100 bucks more than the 3 V2? This would be my first printer too. Which should I go for?
Ive watched a few reviews on this model but am left wondering if that bed will droop over time. It is only supported on one side. I would expect the far side to start to droop as time goes on. Have you noticed anything like that shoeing up in the prints?
Grandpa's Place I’ve got a regular Ender 5 that I’ve had for over a year now and have not observed any drooping. That said, I have printed Super Struts arms in PETG that supports the front end as a precaution. I recommend others do the same.
I believe those yellow springs are standard on the ender 5’s now. I just received my new ender 5 yesterday and it has those.
That’s good to know, thanks for the update! I’ve been seeing Creality has been doing a good job of making minor international improvements without making a big deal of it and selling it as a new model.
This was so helpful!
Thanks
I’m so glad it could help you out. Thanks for watching!
Hey, question, I'm new to 3d printing so go easy on me. I'm getting the 5 pro but can't find any free slicers out there that have an Ender 5 pro profile. I was wondering if you have any recommend slicers or if there are any good profiles out there.
Hey no worries! We all start somewhere. There are a few free slicers out there, but I personally prefer Cura from Ultimaker. I've heard others have had great success with the Prusa slicer, but I haven't spent enough time with it to really know the differences. The last few version of Cura have had an Ender 5 profile. I just checked mine (version 4.8.0) and it's there. They have it under the non-networked printers > Custom > Creality > Ender 5. There should effectively be no difference between a standard and pro model when it comes to the slicer. Hope that helps!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Thank you so much man! I just didn't know if there was a difference or not.
Hey buddy, great review! I'm looking at my first 3D printer and tossing up between this and the Ender 3 V2. Do you think paying the extra for this Is well worth It over the Ender 3 V2? Cheers from Oz :)
Hey friend! Another friend just asked me the same question so for the sake of efficiency, I’m just going to paste what I said to them here. Cheers!
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Hey friend! I’ll give you my personal opinion, but I just recommend you do your research and really consider what needs you have compared to the needs these printers can offer.
So with that caveat, my personal opinion is that I would still go with the Ender 5 Pro. Like I said in my review, it’s all about the rigidity for me. The touch screen is a gimmick in comparison (personal opinion) to the overall stability of consistency of the 5 pro. I’ve had both and I can say that I had two 5s and a 3v2 and uh… I still own two 5s. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Again, do your research and go with what’s right for you. I just really appreciate that model sway is a non-issue on the 5.
Thanks for watching and may the 3D printer gods watch over you!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Thanks for replying, cheers :)
Hi.
Not sure if they changed manufacturer or what.
I bought a Creality Enter 5 Pro because of your review saying it's silent.
Unfortunately when I turn my it's like a fighter jet, and the loud fans remain for the entirety of time it's on.
Like yeah, the drivers are silent, but the fans are so loud you can't even tell.
This is a great video, i just got my Ender 5 Pro. Would you suggest any upgrades for it?
That’s awesome to hear, thanks for your kind feedback! For me, I would personally do the following:
1. Add an ABL (the BLTouch is the go-to for most)
2. Swap out the stock print surface with a springsteel sheet and PEI build plate
3. Print a different fan shroud that uses a 5015 blower fan
4. Replace the stock blower fan with the 5015 blower fan
Hope that helps, and thanks so much for watching!
can you please show how you do that bed leveling
I tried your leveling method with the screw but the bed doesn’t get high enough to the nozzle without adjusting the large adjustment screws?
It’s possible that your bed knobs may have been compressed more than mine from the factory. You may need to do a more typical bed-leveling with those knobs to get your nozzle properly trammed. Once everything is equidistant, you shouldn’t have any issues making adjustments using the screw in the back. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!
When you say: ABS ... I’m beginner and read it is better to have the printing area enclosed to avoid airflow etc. Did you covered the sides in some way for ABS ?
For ABS, yes you really should have it covered. Every guest of air has the potential to make the print warp. I have a custom full enclosure for my setup.
Great vid - thank you :)
Have you tried the white filament, that what came with the printer? I have just problems with it.
Sebastian yep, I have. I printed the dog that with the white filament as the first test of how it works and had no trouble. What issues are you having?
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 It was 1.6mm or below and very brittle. I've now new filaments here and I try currently TPU
Thanks, good video.
Thanks for the advice it wil help me find a Good 3D Printer for me...
I never had one so I'm do what you said get use to it then maybe try to add things to it or upgrade...
Awesome, I’m glad to hear it! And definitely take your time to learn the machine before you start to modify it. You’ll be happy you did.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 👍👍👍👍👍
When I do decide to buy a 3D printed or afforded then I'll watch videos how to assemble it... Hopefully is Like building a PC but easier... Take care and have a Awesome day bro...
hey i just assembled my ender 5 plus. i am trying to find the right firmware to flash for the LCD screen and the motherboard, or printer itself. I cant seem to find anything that helps. I already have the hex file. i just do not know where to go from here. any help is appreciated.
Torn between the pro and the plus. Not sure if I need the added print space. Price isn't an issue but don't want to have a big bulky machine if it's not worth it.
Steve Drawdy sorry for the slow reply! The Plus does have benefits that the Pro doesn’t, such as a 32-bit main board, dual Z screws, a BLTouch, a touch screen, and obviously the bigger build surface. Two of my buddies have one and they’re huge! I mean, he basically had his arms as wide as possible to carry it in.
Honestly, it’s really dependent on what you want to do with the machine. For my needs, the Pro is sufficient in size plus I love to tinker so my pro is largely a Plus already, minus the build size. I’ve heard there are some issues with the Plus, but in the year or so my buddy has one he hasn’t had any issues so your mileage may vary.
Hopefully that helps you out some, but the Ender 6 is also either around the corner or out now. That one uses CoreXY kinematics so you can print much faster and it’s more stable.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 ended up getting a pro last month and a sidewinder x1 on prime day! Thank you for video and insite!
What is the space needed on the desk ? 40cm x 40cm ?
Hello, do you have a good profile for ender 5 pro ? my printer have more probleme for printing and i'm stuck with the warping and stringing and i fault some print ( sorry for my english i'm frensh ).
My 5 Pro was just shipped! Maybe get it Dec 5th...mi so exciting!
I hope you enjoy it! I use mine near constantly!
I am wanting a 3D printer that i can design my own jewelry . Design as though i was useing half round wire with twists and curls. Wjould i be able to do this with this 3D printer? I also want to do Lithophane images. Never ever used one and only saw a simple Ender 3 work on a thin designed 3/4 moon design. Any suggestions is grate.
I'm going to get basic Ender 5 and do an immediate upgrade to a direct drive, decent hot end, and an SKR main board (I have electronics experience so I'm not worried about doing that). I'll end up with a better printer than the Pro for not much difference in cost. Sure, I may want something with a larger bed down the line, but I figure this will get me through learning and be able to print a lot of useful items.
This is essentially what I did with my two standard Ender 5 printers. The I went with a BMG style extruder using direct drive on a TriangleLab Dragon V6 style all-metal hot end. I did a full rebuild of my Sunlu S8 to include an SKR v1.3 swap with TMC2208 stepper motors. Worth it for sure. That is definitely a viable path for some, but others may feel more comfortable just getting a lot of these stings straight out of the box.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 I totally understand that. If I was strictly focused on out of box to first print with no fuss or assembly, I'd just get an Elegoo Mars or similar. I may pick something like that up as a second printer in any case because they are suited to different objects than what one would likely get good results with with an FDM.
on my ender 5 pro I have only print pla plus and the biggest improvement , adding the glass plate to the bed, the blue painters tape does no longer curl and the prints come out wonderful
A lot of people swear by the glass beds. They’re great, but I personally prefer a spring steel sheet with a PEI coating. It works wonders for PLA, ABS, and PETG.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 where is the best place to order spring steel plate
@@garylarson6386 You can get it quickest on Amazon, I'd imagine. But you can get it at about 25% or less on aliexpress.com if you don't mind waiting a few weeks to a month. I've had good luck with FYSETC plates personally.
Can you directly connect a computer to the printer or does it need to be on a SD card?
Set yourself up an octopi (octoprint).
It's literally 35 bucks and it's the best investment you can make aside from a glass print bed.
Like King James said, Octopi is the way to go for this. However, you can directly connect the printer to a PC and print that way. Just know if you do, your printer has to stay on and connected the whole time.
Thanks for video. Where did you buy a yellow springs?
With the pro, they actually come standard! However, if you want to buy them, you can get them off of Amazon.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Thanks!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 One more question. Does this "Creality Ender 5" support adjustments of the extruder temperature in settings?
@@makskk6spm275 Can you please elaborate on exactly what you're referring to? If you're asking if the hot end temp can be modified via the slicer (e.g. Cura) per model/filament type, then yes.
If you're asking if the pre-set temps (i.e., PLA pre-heat can be set to 200 hot end / 50 bed) I believe that can be done via Marlin. I know with my other printer which I've put an SKR v1.3 board into, I was able to modify those changes and add another one in for PETG. I hope this helps.
excelent review sir, thanks for the vid
Thank you!
One Z-motor makes this frame obsolete, for you to get the full potential of the box frame your bed needs to be supported by at least two sides, I would suggest the Ender 5+ as it already has the BL-touch, 2x Z-screws and motors
I don’t know that I’d agree that it makes it obsolete, but it does pale in comparison to the 5+, I’ll agree with that. A quick print of super struts largely fixes the issue (in my experience) and still leaves the Pro as a solid option. Thanks for your comment!
Just ordered one of these, what are your thoughts now you've had this printer a while?
I'm still in love with this printer. For a consumer grade one, this is still solid for this price point. I have three Ender 5s in total and they are my work horse machines. I converted two to direct drive and made other modifications, but I leave the pro stock because it's known-good for me and just has been great in general.
I think that my only complaint, and it's absolutely personal opinion, is that I wish I had a bigger print surface. I know I can go to the 5+, but I think I'm just getting into other things that require a larger print area so I may actually end up buying a 5+ as well in the near future.
I want to make open face molds for resin can I do this with this machine?
Thank you for the review! really helped a lot, im going to buy this one instead of the normal ender 5!
Awesome, I'm glad it helped! I'm hoping my "no-frills" videos will appeal to people who want folks to cut the talking and promotions at the beginning of their videos and just get right down to it.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 Its a good strategy haha i see a lot of reviews and yours are really good, since you have experience with the printer its easier to pass it to your viewers instead of just reading the specs like everyone else does
Thank you for this review, really appreciated! I'm going to be honest here, I am currently thinking about buying my first 3D printer and before I saw this video, I was 95% sure about buying the Prusa Mini+.
After this review, that percentage is now 50%-50%... I would probably buy both of them, if I could, because they both seem doin' a very good job. I see that the Ender doesn't have an auto-levelling bed as the Prusa has, but that manual levelling didn't seem difficult at all. All Prusa's have their Prusa Slicing Software, which seems to come very handy on adjusting printing settings based on Default/Custom Profiles that can be used as well as regarding the printing materials used on each print.
Does the Ender have something similar to this?
On the other hand, this Ender seems much more robust and reliable, just by looking at its construction architecture and used materials. I loved that kinetics thing about the bed just moving along the Z axis (in the Prusa Mini+ it does move on XY axis instead).
I'm really undecided here... :).
Leveling isn’t super difficult, especially if you’ve been through the process a few times. You can definitely add a BLTouch to an Ender 5 to allow for auto bed leveling. The other thing you’ll lose by going with the Prusa Mini is build space. The Ender 5 has a good amount more in all directions.
Ultimately though, you’ll need to really consider what you’re going to be printing and go from there.
Does it have thermal runaway protection preinstalled?
From experience, yep it does.
Just getting in to printing. Watched several videos trying to see what is best for beginners. This video sealed it for me, thank you. Looking to make some gun grips and fishing lures. Can anyone recommend filament types?
Thanks so much, I appreciate the kind words! If you want something that’s relatively easy to print with and withstands higher ambient temperatures and has a good impact resistance, you may want to consider PETG.
hi, has the software the first layer baby step correction function ?
I've actually altered my firmware to add a BLTouch since I made this video so I can't confidently say that it does. I apologize, I wish I could remember that but it's too far gone now.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 no problem..thanks
Hey dude please can you help me? Ender 3 v2 or Ender 5 pro? I can get ender 5 pro for £20-40 more, reasons for why ender 5 is better if it is. thanks!
Hey friend! I’ll give you my personal opinion, but I just recommend you do your research and really consider what needs you have compared to the needs these printers can fill.
So with that caveat, my personal opinion is that I would still go with the Ender 5 Pro. Like I said in my review, it’s all about the rigidity for me. The touch screen is a gimmick in comparison (personal opinion) to the overall stability and consistency of the 5 pro. I’ve had both and I can say that I had two 5s and a 3v2 and uh… I still own two 5s. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Again, do your research and go with what’s right for you. I just really appreciate that model sway is a non-issue on the 5.
Thanks for watching and may the 3D printer gods watch over you!
does that board help the print quality? thax i have the older version ender 5
roadstar499 I have not seen that this board improves the print quality. The reduction in sound is VERY noticeable though.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 i also thought this silent board had built in smoothers??? i know my 1 year old ender 5 does not...i also have a landy power i think this one has a meanwell...thax
Hi, what's best? Ender 5 Pro or ender 5 with upgrades? Like 32bit board, etc?
That depends on what you’re looking to do… do you want to tinker with a printer or do you want to just print? If you’re looking to just print, I’d get the 5 pro. But if you want to tinker on the machine and make improvements, then maybe go the route of the 5. I’ve lost myself down too many rabbit holes tinkering on my machines so I would personally pick up the pro. Thanks for watching!
I have literally no idea what you're talking about the flooring magnetic mat thing that you have to adjust instead of those huge springs. Why do I have to use a paper to rub it on the mat and making some screw adjustments will make the rubbing smoother? Lol. I've never done 3d printing, and once I get this I'll prolly just assemble it and that's it.
He's talking about leveling the bed, if it's not done correctly and well enough your prints will come out pretty inadequate.
@@ChiknTikka I understand the part where you have to adjust the valves at the bottom of the plate to level it, but why do you need to rub paper on it? XD
Vin it’s a way of leveling the nozzle to the bed that professional and industrial machinists use on big CNC machines. Basically you don’t want the nozzle jammed to the bed because then the plastic can’t come out. And u don’t want it too high or the plastic won’t adhere to the bed. So he is saying to get the nozzle so close as to only be able to slide a piece of paper between the nozzle and bed with just a tad of friction. Do this for all 4 corners. And your bed will be level and set at the right distance for the printer to operate
How would you say this compares to the ender 3 V2?
Personally, the touchscreen and other improvements to the Ender 3 still wouldn’t make me choose that over the 5 pro. I really prefer the kinematics and cubic frame of the E5 over the E3. Thanks for watching!
Is it good enough out of the box to print small gears ⚙
I’d say 90% good enough. It probably will need some minor tweaking with the slicing software, but it won’t ever be as good as a resin printer.
do you have the dimensions of the ender 5 pro? not sure if it would fit on my side table or not lol
Larger than the Ender 3 3D printers, the Ender 5 measures 552 x 485 x 510 mm and features a print area of 220 x 220 x 300mm (50mm higher than the Ender 3 build area).
Thank you 👍
My pleasure, thanks for watching!
did you change anything at all? cause my ender 5 pro is not quiet like yours.
Negative, this is completely stock. What sounds do you hear?
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 fan noise
Hmm… I’m curious if you may have a loose bolt or something causing the fan to vibrate.
I cannot count how many times a moving bed has shook my print free from its adhesion and ruined my print. Hopefully this - fixed bed printer - will solve that problem.
I am looking into getting a 3d printer. i know little to nothing about 3d printers. could someone please explain to me what else i will need and if i can do everything from a chromebook or will i have to use my mac.
Typically what you need is the printer, any filament (usually 1.75mm for most consumer printers), and a computer to run the slicing software. Most folks use Cura (free and probably the go-to anymore), Simplify3D (paid software), or Prusa Slicer (free, but has a learning curve). I'm not entirely sure that a Chrome book is compatible with most slicer programs out there, but I'm sure that your Mac can run Cura. Hope this helps!
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 ok thank you
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 also, one more question, is the printing space on this printer big enough? like would i be able to print for example a darth vader helmet, or would that be something i would have to get a bigger printer like the ender 5 plus for?
If you’re looking to print things like that, I wouldn’t even mess around with the 5 Pro, go right for the 5+. I CAN print helmets on my 5, but I’m pushing it sometimes. If you’ve got a big head or a lot of hair, you’ll need to scale them larger and there isn’t a lot of wiggle room with the regular 5. Plus, splitting a model, making 2 prints, gluing it together, then whatever else sucks so just swing for the fences now or probably regret it later.
@@plasticmakesperfect5863 ok thanks
ive been used to the tronxy xy 2 pro but this printer blows them out of the water. and after having lots of faults im buying this one
That’s unfortunate, but I have heard mixed things about Tronxy printers. I’m still rocking my E5 as my daily printer. Still very happy!
As an OG 3d printer enthusiast when you say i3 style you actually mean Mendel style.
Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate the correction!
5 months later how you liking it?
Still my go to printer! I've since made heavy modifications though. I'm now using a TriangleLab Dragon V6 hot end, dual gear direct drive, and a spring steel print surface with a PEI coating.
How did that print go?
Print came out great! I did give it to one of my friend's kids as a little trinket to play with since she thought it was so cool.
did anyone have issues with their ender 5 pro screen just flashing on start up
I have not had that issue. Are you getting any particular error or is it just flashing blank?
ender 5 pro or ender 3 v2 ?
Ender 5 pro simply because of the kinematics. The fact that the Z only goes up and down instead of up and down and back and forth leads to tremendously higher quality for taller/thinner objects since they won’t wiggle. Additionally, I’ve just found my Ender 5 pro can print at higher speeds because of this too.
I was wondering the same thing. I settled on getting the 5 pro. I just ordered it though, so It'll be a little until i receive and test it out.
I'm upgrading from a cheap Anet a8.
very disapointed in my 5 pro I am on my 2nd motherboard and creativity service has been terrible, my voxelab has 200 hours with no problems
I’m so sorry to hear that, perhaps it was a QC issue with your batch? I ended up giving mine to my brother who has been going almost non-stop with it for months now and hasn’t even needed to replace the nozzle on it. I am sorry for your experience =(
Anyone here used the ender extender kits? Someone wants to try and trade me an ender 5 for my Prusa mini+ but I want it to eventually be as big as the ender 5 plus with the ender extender. Wondering if it would just be better to sell and buy an ender 5 pro then use the extender.
Got a Pro for $329 in an Amazon Flash Deal. $30 more than an Ender 3!
Do you think this is big enough to make a helmet like iron man or something
I’m gonna say that unless it’s for a kid, I don’t see anyone printing an adult sized helmet on this in one piece. However, you should be able to split adult sized models and print those split pieces on there just fine.
Hmmm... the price is coming close to the CR-6 SE
You’re not wrong, but from what I’ve heard (and personally seen with my friends CR-6SE), the 5 may still come out ahead until Creality gets some proper QC in place. I was with him, and have a video of it, showing the main board short our and fry due to poor electrical connections.
Plus, I still prefer the cubic structure of the 5/pro/plus over the i3 structure of the CR-6 SE, but that’s 100% my personal preference.
I can’t believe how quiet this printer really is!!!
I’m glad you’re liking it!