Buddy3D

Solid Prusa-overseen EU filament; reliable colors with looser tolerance than Prusament

Tier B

Buddy3D is a Tier B brand: solid value with generally consistent quality, but some batch-to-batch variability has been reported. We rate them this way because of a prusa sub-brand made by vetted eu suppliers under prusa oversight, positioned as the best alternative to prusament for colors/materials prusament lacks and stated 0.04mm accuracy and forum reports of occasional abs/asa adhesion tuning place it a step below the prusament benchmark. Materials available from Buddy3D include PLA, Silk PLA, Glitter PLA, Metallic PLA, PETG, and PETG Matt. In day-to-day printing, Buddy3D stands out for: wide range of 46+ colors and materials not covered by prusament. Spools typically run $24-$32 per kilogram.

Why Tier B?

  • A Prusa sub-brand made by vetted EU suppliers under Prusa oversight, positioned as the best alternative to Prusament for colors/materials Prusament lacks
  • Stated 0.04mm accuracy and forum reports of occasional ABS/ASA adhesion tuning place it a step below the Prusament benchmark

Pros

  • Manufactured in the EU with Prusa quality oversight and PrusaSlicer profiles included
  • Wide range of 46+ colors and materials not covered by Prusament
  • Consistent colors and precise winding reported by users
  • PLA prints cleanly out of the box; ABS runs well in an enclosure

Cons

  • 0.04mm tolerance is looser than Prusament's 0.02mm
  • Some users report ABS/ASA bed-adhesion issues needing surface prep
  • Sold mainly through Prusa, limiting availability versus mainstream brands

Additional Notes

  • Prusa's third-party-sourced line; good for filling color and material gaps in the Prusament lineup

Buddy3D Filament FAQ

What materials does Buddy3D make?

Buddy3D produces filament in the following materials: PLA, Silk PLA, Glitter PLA, Metallic PLA, PETG, PETG Matt, ABS, ABS ESD. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is Buddy3D filament rated?

Buddy3D is rated Tier B by Filament Cheat Sheet because of a prusa sub-brand made by vetted eu suppliers under prusa oversight, positioned as the best alternative to prusament for colors/materials prusament lacks and stated 0.04mm accuracy and forum reports of occasional abs/asa adhesion tuning place it a step below the prusament benchmark.

Is Buddy3D good for beginners?

Buddy3D can work for beginners, especially given the price point. Just be aware that some batch variability has been reported, so a temperature tower print is a good first step.

What are the pros and cons of Buddy3D filament?

Pros of Buddy3D: Manufactured in the EU with Prusa quality oversight and PrusaSlicer profiles included; Wide range of 46+ colors and materials not covered by Prusament; Consistent colors and precise winding reported by users; PLA prints cleanly out of the box; ABS runs well in an enclosure. Considerations: 0.04mm tolerance is looser than Prusament's 0.02mm; Some users report ABS/ASA bed-adhesion issues needing surface prep; Sold mainly through Prusa, limiting availability versus mainstream brands.

How much does Buddy3D filament cost?

Buddy3D filament typically costs between $24 and $32 per kilogram, depending on the material and color. Specialty composite or engineering-grade materials sit at the upper end of that range.

Where can I buy Buddy3D filament?

Buddy3D filament is sold directly through Prusa3D at https://www.prusa3d.com/category/buddy3d/. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.