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 618K members. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #3 in the 3D Printing communities list.

Roughly 92K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Print, Tired Of, and Solution. Common discussion themes are Solution Requests and Ideas. Product recommendations often mention 3d printer.

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618K Members

Community Topics

Community Features

Forum

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +92K members
Growth: +17.4% / 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: 49K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Sep: 9K members
  • Oct: 9K members
  • Nov: 10K members
  • 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: 166 members

Themes

  • Solution Requests
    22 posts in the past month
    1. needed to link my waching machine to my sink
    2. Standing fan impeller fix with 95A TPU.
    3. Bidet Seat Latch Replacement
    #1
    Solution Requests
    needed to link my waching machine to my sink · Standing fan impeller fix with 95A TPU. · Bidet Seat Latch Replacement
    22
  • Ideas
    16 posts in the past month
    1. I printed myself a new shift knob
    2. Made a foot hold plate so my extension cord reel stops sliding around while rewinding
    3. Knitting Gauge Squares
    #2
    Ideas
    I printed myself a new shift knob · Made a foot hold plate so my extension cord reel stops sliding around while rewinding · Knitting Gauge Squares
    16
  • Advice Requests
    2 posts in the past month
    1. My first model ever is parametric. Feedback welcome.
    2. DESIGNED, 3D PRINTED, AND TESTED THIS HINGE—WOULD YOU TRUST IT IN REAL-WORLD USE? MAKERS, WHAT AM I MISSING?
    #3
    Advice Requests
    My first model ever is parametric. Feedback welcome. · DESIGNED, 3D PRINTED, AND TESTED THIS HINGE—WOULD YOU TRUST IT IN REAL-WORLD USE? MAKERS, WHAT AM I MISSING?
    2
  • Money Talk
    1 post in the past month
    1. Would I be better buying a new one instead?
    #4
    Money Talk
    Would I be better buying a new one instead?
    1

Topics

  • Print
    21 posts in the past month
    #1
    Print
    21
  • Tired Of
    20 posts in the past month
    #2
    Tired Of
    20
  • Solution
    18 posts in the past month
    #3
    Solution
    18
  • Design
    13 posts in the past month
    #4
    Design
    13
  • Holder
    9 posts in the past month
    #5
    Holder
    9

Flair

  • "3D prints aren't UL listed!" - Jürhaus Günbern
    1 post in the past month
    1. My offering to the gods of fire safety: switch covers v2 ft. magnets
    #1
    "3D prints aren't UL listed!" - Jürhaus Günbern
    My offering to the gods of fire safety: switch covers v2 ft. magnets
    1
  • "3D prints aren't food safe!" - Jürgen Dyhe
    1 post in the past month
    1. AutoPet V2, The Smart, Uncloggable ESP32 Pet Feeder
    #2
    "3D prints aren't food safe!" - Jürgen Dyhe
    AutoPet V2, The Smart, Uncloggable ESP32 Pet Feeder
    1

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 618K 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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