# Bambu Lab A1 vs Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro

As of Nov 4, 2026, the Bambu Lab A1 costs $359 and the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro costs $569, so the Bambu Lab A1 is $210 cheaper. The Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro has a published review score and ranks #12 in our 3D printers ranking; the Bambu Lab A1 is not scored yet. Pick the Bambu Lab A1 for beginners who want full size multi color prints. Pick the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro for enclosed printing in small spaces.

Prices checked Nov 4, 2026. HTML version: https://robotsforthat.com/vs/bambu-lab-a1-vs-flashforge-adventurer-5m-pro/

## Side by side

| | Bambu Lab A1 | Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $359 | $569 |
| 3 year cost | $359 | $569 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | 7.9/10 |
| Rank in 3D printers | #36 | #12 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 2 years (Bambu Lab US store product page) | 1 year limited on the printer, 3 months on extruder parts (Flashforge) |
| Build volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 220 x 220 x 220 mm (Flashforge) |
| Print speed | Up to 500 mm/s toolhead speed, 10,000 mm/s2 acceleration (Bambu Lab) | Up to 600 mm/s travel, 20,000 mm/s2 acceleration (Flashforge); 3DPrint.com says 200 to 300 mm/s in practice |
| Multi color | Up to 4 colors with one AMS lite (Combo version); AMS units need the AMS HUB accessory | No, single filament |
| Enclosure | No, open frame; Bambu Lab does not recommend enclosing it | Yes, enclosed shell with foam gaskets and dual filtration (Flashforge, 3DPrint.com) |
| Auto leveling | Yes, full auto calibration of Z offset, bed level, vibration and nozzle pressure before each print | Yes, full auto calibration; about 10 minutes (3DPrint.com) to 15 minutes (3Dnatives) |
| Max nozzle temp | 300 C | 280 C (Flashforge) |
| Heated bed | Yes, up to 100 C | Yes, Flashforge says up to 100 C; 3Dnatives lists 110 C |
| Filament types | Ideal: PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA. ABS, ASA, PC, PA and fiber filled types only for small, low infill parts | PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA; TPU, PLA CF and PETG CF with 0.6 or 0.8 mm nozzles (Flashforge) |
| Connectivity | Bambu cloud service or LAN only mode; app and PC control | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB (Flashforge) |
| Camera | Yes, low frame rate camera up to 1080p with timelapse | Yes, built in camera for monitoring (Flashforge) |
| Noise | As low as 49 dB (Bambu Lab claim) | Flashforge claims 50 dB in low noise mode and 55 dB standard; 3DPrint.com measured 68 dB average, 79 dB max, 46 dB min |
| Assembly | Ships mostly assembled | About 95% pre assembled; remove transport screws, attach PTFE tube and spool holder (Flashforge, 3Dnatives) |
| Weight | 8.3 kg net; 465 x 410 x 430 mm | 380 x 400 x 453 mm without spool holder (Flashforge); weight not listed |
| Best for | beginners who want full size multi color prints | enclosed printing in small spaces |
| Skip if | you print ABS or ASA often | you need large or multi color prints |

## What reviewers found

### Bambu Lab A1

- Tom's Hardware (Editor's Choice): Called it a reliable and quiet high speed printer at a competitive price. A speed Benchy took 19 min 15 s, and a panda print took 2 h 40 min in one color versus 6 h 46 min in three colors. [Source](https://tomshardware.com/3d-printing/bambu-lab-a1-review)
- TechRadar (Editor's Choice): Scored 29 of 30 in its print quality test with a combined dimensional error of 0.099 mm. Flagged the software as complex for beginners and the open frame as a limit for ABS and PC. [Source](https://www.techradar.com/pro/bambu-labs-a1-review)

### Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro

- 3DPrint.com: A full volume ASA print took 24 h 44 min with no warping and a 100 mm cube measured 99.70 x 99.71 x 100.02 mm. Measured 68 dB average and 79 dB max. Ran with 100% uptime over a month; TPU needed 30 to 40 mm/s. [Source](https://3dprint.com/312375/flashforge-adventurer-5m-pro-review-a-compact-powerhouse-for-3d-printing/amp/)
- 3Dnatives (9.5/10): Scored 9.5/10 with 10/10 for print quality. Auto calibration took about 15 minutes with no manual input. Cons were a confusing slicer transition, small build volume, no multi material and a rear mounted spool. [Source](https://www.3dnatives.com/en/3dnatives-lab-adventurer-5m-pro-3d-printer-flashforge-200620244/)

## Questions buyers ask

### Which is better, the Bambu Lab A1 or the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro?

The Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro has a published review score and ranks #12 in our 3D printers ranking; the Bambu Lab A1 is not scored yet. Pick the Bambu Lab A1 for beginners who want full size multi color prints. Pick the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro for enclosed printing in small spaces.

### Which is cheaper?

The Bambu Lab A1 at $359, versus $569 for the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro, checked Nov 4, 2026.

### What is the difference between the A1 and the Adventurer 5M Pro?

Build volume: 256 x 256 x 256 mm on the A1, 220 x 220 x 220 mm (Flashforge) on the Adventurer 5M Pro. Print speed: Up to 500 mm/s toolhead speed, 10,000 mm/s2 acceleration (Bambu Lab) on the A1, Up to 600 mm/s travel, 20,000 mm/s2 acceleration (Flashforge); 3DPrint.com says 200 to… on the Adventurer 5M Pro. Multi color: Up to 4 colors with one AMS lite (Combo version); AMS units need the AMS HUB accessory on the A1, No, single filament on the Adventurer 5M Pro.

Full reviews: [Bambu Lab A1](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/bambu-lab-a1/index.md), [Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro](https://robotsforthat.com/robot/flashforge-adventurer-5m-pro/index.md)