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 621K members. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #2 in the 3D Printing communities list.

Roughly 91K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Print, Tired Of, and Solution. Common discussion themes are Ideas and Solution Requests. Product recommendations often mention 3d printer.

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621K Members

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Community Features

Forum

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +91K members
Growth: +17.1% / 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: 52K 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: 4K members

Themes

  • Ideas
    40 posts in the past month
    1. Nano SIM & Pixel SIM Tool Holder in SD Card Format
    2. I printed myself a new shift knob
    3. Installed hostile architecture on the work printer to stop coworkers leaning on it
    #1
    Ideas
    Nano SIM & Pixel SIM Tool Holder in SD Card Format · I printed myself a new shift knob · Installed hostile architecture on the work printer to stop coworkers leaning on it
    40
  • Solution Requests
    19 posts in the past month
    1. I made a modular hobby paint storage solution
    2. Configurable Car Headrest Hook
    3. Bidet Seat Latch Replacement
    #2
    Solution Requests
    I made a modular hobby paint storage solution · Configurable Car Headrest Hook · Bidet Seat Latch Replacement
    19
  • Advice Requests
    1 post in the past month
    1. My first model ever is parametric. Feedback welcome.
    #3
    Advice Requests
    My first model ever is parametric. Feedback welcome.
    1
  • Self-Promotion
    1 post in the past month
    1. My Rotring 600 case is now live!
    #4
    Self-Promotion
    My Rotring 600 case is now live!
    1
  • Pain & Anger
    1 post in the past month
    1. Fixed wobbly table at work
    #5
    Pain & Anger
    Fixed wobbly table at work
    1

Topics

  • Print
    20 posts in the past month
    #1
    Print
    20
  • Tired Of
    19 posts in the past month
    #2
    Tired Of
    19
  • Solution
    17 posts in the past month
    #3
    Solution
    17
  • 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 food safe!" - Jürgen Dyhe
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Mosquito Trap Lid Spacer
    2. I caught a fish with a 3d-Printed lure!
    3. Petfood Lid
    #1
    "3D prints aren't food safe!" - Jürgen Dyhe
    Mosquito Trap Lid Spacer · I caught a fish with a 3d-Printed lure! · Petfood Lid
    3
  • "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
    #2
    "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
    #3
    "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 621K 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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