How far can I upgrade this toy 3D printer?

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

The Easythreed machines are not good 3D printers, but it's fascinating to see how they managed to build them so cheap. Can we turn it into a sleeper by making some inconspicuous, but impactful upgrades?

Thanks to BIGTREETECH for sponsoring this video! Check out the parts I used in the upgrade here:
BIGTREETECH PI https://Bit.Ly/3uNvrGh
BIGTREETECH SKR MINI E3 V3.0 https://Bit.Ly/49sH30h
S2DW Accelerometer Board https://Bit.Ly/3OY4M0u

Models shown:
Anti-sphere Plant pot by SASSy Design https://www.printables.com/model/538186-anti-sphere-plant-pot-and-planter-vase-mode-design
Skadis hook by Printuin https://www.printables.com/model/147771-skadis-mount-collection

(Don't) Buy the Easythreed K9 at https://go.toms3d.org/ez3d

Printable files for the upgrade https://www.printables.com/model/906114

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