The Flashforge Adventurer 5M, a budget-friendly CoreXY 3D printer, has dropped to its lowest price ever, available for $135.06 shipped during AliExpress's Back to School Sale. This price reflects a discount after applying a $16 off coupon code, "YUSAF16", directly from FlashForge's official store on the platform. For comparison, the same model retails for $227 on Amazon. The printer ships locally from the United States and is expected to arrive within one to two weeks.
The Adventurer 5M is noted as an excellent entry-level option for those new to 3D printing, offering strong performance at a competitive price point, particularly for models under $150. It features a CoreXY structure, which typically elevates a printer's speed and precision by keeping motors stationary and only moving the print head. This design contributes to stable and accurate prints.
The printer includes an open build plate with a build volume of approximately 8.7 inches cubed. While a fully enclosed chamber can enhance print consistency by controlling environmental variables, FlashForge offers an optional kit for $39.99 that converts the open bed into a closed system. Users can also improvise a temporary enclosure.
Performance highlights for the Adventurer 5M include a print speed of up to 600mm/s with an acceleration of 20,000mm/s², enabling a print time of around 14 minutes for a benchmark "benchy" model. Its high-flow, 32mm³/s nozzle can reach 280°C, and it warms up to 200°C in as little as 35 seconds for consistent filament extrusion. The printer's construction features metal structural components, and it is equipped with a 4.3-inch color touchscreen control panel designed for intuitive operation. Key features such as auto-leveling and vibration compensation are supported, and assembly is designed to be quick and straightforward, allowing users to begin printing shortly after setup.