This list is for cosplay, helmets and big parts. A printer qualifies if its smallest build dimension is 250 mm or more. Bigger beds take longer to heat and the printers need more space, so check the size on each page. How we score.
Quiet enclosed 4 color printer with a filament drying feeder
Why it ranks here
Ranks first on value: TechRadar gave it 4.5/5 and it prints 4 colors in an enclosed body for $399. The Anycubic store showed it unavailable on Oct 27, 2026, and multicolor prints waste filament on purges.
BUILD VOLUME 250 x 250 x 250 mmMAX SPEED 600 mm/sMULTICOLOR 4 colorsENCLOSURE YesSCORE 7.9
Best for makers and small shops that want two materials per print
Big dual nozzle printer with optional laser and cutting modules
Why it ranks here
TechRadar gave it 4.5/5 and Tom's Hardware called it one of the best printers it had seen. Two nozzles cut multicolor waste, but it costs $1,549 and up.
BUILD VOLUME 350 x 320 x 325 mmMAX SPEED 600 mm/sMULTICOLOR Dual nozzle, up to 25 colorsENCLOSURE Yes, heatedSCORE 6.3
Best for beginners who want full size multi color prints
Full size starter printer with optional 4 color AMS lite
BUILD VOLUME 256 x 256 x 256 mmMAX SPEED Up to 500 mm/s toolhead speed, 10,000 mm/s2 acceleration (Bambu Lab)MULTICOLOR Up to 4 colors with one AMS lite (Combo version); AMS units need the AMS HUB accessoryENCLOSURE No, open frame; Bambu Lab does not recommend enclosing itSCORE not yet
Best for budget enclosed printing with room to add color
Low cost enclosed printer that adds 4 colors with CANVAS
BUILD VOLUME 256 x 256 x 256 mmMAX SPEED Up to 500 mm/s, 20,000 mm/s² accelerationMULTICOLOR Upgrade ready; up to 4 colors with the CANVAS unit (sold separately or in the Combo)ENCLOSURE Yes, enclosed chamber with auto controlled grilleSCORE not yet
Best for hobbyists who want ABS and ASA in an enclosed printer
Enclosed fast printer for ABS and ASA with AMS combo options
BUILD VOLUME 256 x 256 x 256 mm (slicer defaults to 250 mm height)MAX SPEED Up to 500 mm/s toolhead speed, 20 m/s2 acceleration (Bambu Lab)MULTICOLOR Yes with an AMS combo; up to 16 colors with 4 AMS unitsENCLOSURE Yes, plastic and glass, with chamber fan and activated carbon filterSCORE not yet