Filamentive

Very good value + generally consistent; UK recycled-material specialist

Tier B

Filamentive 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 trustpilot and store reviews repeatedly praise recycled pla, petg, and abs printing cleanly on bambu and prusa hardware and prusa forum users report rpetg needing higher temps than virgin petg and occasional ams spool-width friction. Materials available from Filamentive include rPLA, PLA, rPETG, PETG, ABS, and ASA. In day-to-day printing, Filamentive stands out for: strong bambu ams compatibility and cardboard-spool sustainability focus. Spools typically run $22-$32 per kilogram.

Why Tier B?

  • Trustpilot and store reviews repeatedly praise recycled PLA, PETG, and ABS printing cleanly on Bambu and Prusa hardware
  • Prusa forum users report rPETG needing higher temps than virgin PETG and occasional AMS spool-width friction

Pros

  • Leading UK recycled-filament range with ISO 14021 verified recycled content
  • Strong Bambu AMS compatibility and cardboard-spool sustainability focus
  • Consistent print quality praised across PLA, PETG, and ABS in Trustpilot reviews
  • Free PLA waste recycling scheme for UK customers

Cons

  • Recycled PETG can need hotter nozzle temps than standard profiles
  • Premium versus Hatchbox-class imports per some UK reviewers
  • Primarily UK/EU availability

Additional Notes

  • Recycled industrial-waste feedstock, not recycled failed prints; strong UK sustainability pick

Filamentive Filament FAQ

What materials does Filamentive make?

Filamentive produces filament in the following materials: rPLA, PLA, rPETG, PETG, ABS, ASA, Carbon PETG. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is Filamentive filament rated?

Filamentive is rated Tier B by Filament Cheat Sheet because of trustpilot and store reviews repeatedly praise recycled pla, petg, and abs printing cleanly on bambu and prusa hardware and prusa forum users report rpetg needing higher temps than virgin petg and occasional ams spool-width friction.

Is Filamentive good for beginners?

Filamentive 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 Filamentive filament?

Pros of Filamentive: Leading UK recycled-filament range with ISO 14021 verified recycled content; Strong Bambu AMS compatibility and cardboard-spool sustainability focus; Consistent print quality praised across PLA, PETG, and ABS in Trustpilot reviews; Free PLA waste recycling scheme for UK customers. Considerations: Recycled PETG can need hotter nozzle temps than standard profiles; Premium versus Hatchbox-class imports per some UK reviewers; Primarily UK/EU availability.

How much does Filamentive filament cost?

Filamentive filament typically costs between $22 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 Filamentive filament?

Filamentive filament is sold directly through Filamentive at https://www.filamentive.com/. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.