r/functionalprint

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About r/functionalprint

A community dedicated to share and discuss 3D prints that have a specific, practical function or use in everyday life.

The community at a glance

r/functionalprint is a Subreddit for 3D Printers with roughly 634K members. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #2 in the 3D Printing communities list.

Roughly 80K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include 3d Printing, Design, and Print. Common discussion themes are Ideas and Solution Requests. Product recommendations often mention 3d printer.

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634K Members

Community Topics

Community Features

Forum

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +80K members
Growth: +14.4% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2015: 4K members
  • 2016: 6K members
  • 2017: 20K members
  • 2018: 44K members
  • 2019: 80K members
  • 2020: 97K members
  • 2021: 64K members
  • 2023: 107K members
  • 2024: 55K members
  • 2025: 90K members
  • 2026: 65K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Dec: 9K members
  • Jan: 9K members
  • Feb: 7K members
  • Mar: 7K members
  • Apr: 8K members
  • May: 6K members
  • Jun: 5K members
  • Jul: 6K members
  • Aug: 7K members
  • Sep: 5K members
  • Oct: 4K members
  • Nov: 2K members

Themes

  • Ideas
    46 posts in the past month
    1. TPU wrap for gearknob printed on textured carbon build plate
    2. I designed a fix for jams in my cutting machine!
    3. Vacuum cleaner for tall ceilings
    #1
    Ideas
    TPU wrap for gearknob printed on textured carbon build plate · I designed a fix for jams in my cutting machine! · Vacuum cleaner for tall ceilings
    46
  • Solution Requests
    2 posts in the past month
    1. I got tired of leaving shower drain debris in the corner, so I designed a tiny hanging trash bin for it.
    2. Printed a bedsheet retention strip with PETG to replace the original ones that snapped WAY too easily
    #2
    Solution Requests
    I got tired of leaving shower drain debris in the corner, so I designed a tiny hanging trash bin for it. · Printed a bedsheet retention strip with PETG to replace the original ones that snapped WAY too easily
    2
  • Pain & Anger
    1 post in the past month
    1. Got sick of the cats shredding the toilet paper
    #3
    Pain & Anger
    Got sick of the cats shredding the toilet paper
    1

Topics

  • 3d Printing
    12 posts in the past month
    1. I made a low profile cable line because i couldn't find any solutions that fit my idea.
    2. I got tired of leaving shower drain debris in the corner, so I designed a tiny hanging trash bin for it.
    #1
    3d Printing
    I made a low profile cable line because i couldn't find any solutions that fit my idea. · I got tired of leaving shower drain debris in the corner, so I designed a tiny hanging trash bin for it.
    12
  • Design
    12 posts in the past month
    #2
    Design
    12
  • Print
    10 posts in the past month
    #3
    Print
    10
  • Holder
    10 posts in the past month
    #4
    Holder
    10
  • Tired Of
    9 posts in the past month
    #5
    Tired Of
    9

Product recommendations

  • 3d printer
    4 posts in the past month
    1. What is the best starter 3d printer for under $800?
    2. What are some best options of larger format FDM printers under $500 you'd recommend?
    3. Plz recommend a cheap 3D printer
    #1
    3d printer
    What is the best starter 3d printer for under $800? · What are some best options of larger format FDM printers under $500 you'd recommend? · Plz recommend a cheap 3D printer
    4
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/functionalprint for?
Best for 3D Printers enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/functionalprint free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/functionalprint have?
Roughly 634K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/functionalprint on?
r/functionalprint runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/functionalprint cover?
On the Hive Index, r/functionalprint is organized under 3D Printers.
How do I join r/functionalprint?
You can join r/functionalprint by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the 3D Printing communities like?
Communities for 3D printing enthusiasts to share prints, swap settings, and troubleshoot. Reddit hosts some of the largest communities, with active discussions for everything from miniature printing and functional prints to resin work and printer builds. Good for setup help, material recommendations, and showing off what you made.
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Visitors /mo
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