Customer Reviews for Creality - K1C Speedy 3D Printer Basic Combo - Black
Customer Rating
5
Easy to set up
on July 5, 2025
Posted by: Larry
Easy to set up, fun to use. I have a lot to learn, but support is good.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
5
on December 23, 2024
Posted by: Mark
The Creality K1C: A Masterpiece of Precision and Reliability
As someone deeply entrenched in the world of 3D printing, having owned and operated multiple Ender 3s and Ender 3 V2s since their inception, I approached the Creality K1C with a mix of excitement and skepticism. I wondered, could it truly offer something beyond what I've come to expect from my reliable fleet of Enders? The answer, to my delight, was a resounding yes. The K1C doesn't just match the high standards set by its predecessors; it elevates them, meriting a solid 5-star rating.
Setup and calibration, often the bane of a 3D printing enthusiast's existence, were refreshingly simple with the K1C. It speaks volumes that, despite my extensive experience, I found the intuitive nature of this machine a breath of fresh air. The ease with which I transitioned to using the K1C is a testament to its thoughtful design and user-friendly interface.
In terms of print quality, the K1C is nothing short of revolutionary. The precision and detail it achieves are unparalleled, making even the most complex models come to life with an impressive fidelity that I have rarely seen in other models. The prints emerge with a finish that belies the complexity of their creation, a factor that any seasoned 3D printer will appreciate.
Reliability is another cornerstone of the K1C's excellence. Long print jobs, which are a staple of my 3D printing ventures, are handled with a remarkable consistency. The machine's robust construction and the reliability-focused features, such as the filament sensor, ensure that print failures are a rare occurrence. This reliability is especially noteworthy for someone accustomed to the intricacies and occasional idiosyncrasies of the Ender series.
Noise levels are often an overlooked aspect of 3D printing equipment, but not so with the K1C. Its operation is impressively quiet, a significant advantage in a workspace shared with other activities. This feature alone marks a significant improvement over my previous experiences.
The Creality support ecosystem, enriched by a vibrant community and extensive resources, has always been a strong selling point, and the K1C is no exception. The wealth of shared knowledge and support available is invaluable, particularly for troubleshooting and exploring advanced techniques and modifications.
To sum up, the Creality K1C has earned its place as a pivotal tool in my 3D printing arsenal. It surpasses the high expectations set by its Ender siblings, offering enhancements in reliability, print quality, and user experience. For the veteran 3D printer, the K1C represents a significant leap forward, blending the familiar excellence of Creality with groundbreaking improvements. It's not just another printer; it's the future of 3D printing, realized today.
I'm ordering x2 more K1C's now.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
5
on February 24, 2025
Posted by: Taylor
What a workhorse this printer has been!!!! I am totally impressed. I have owned, just about every printer, from the original ender, then the CRs, then on to the Ender 5 plus, and the Halot resin, and now on to the K series. out of all of the creality printers I have owned, I can honestly say this is the only printer I have been ecstatic about. From day one pulling it out of the box and printing within an hour, till now I have many many hours on this thing. The prints just come out perfectly every time. The speed is absolutely amazing. I love the XY platform, and the K series has made me a believer. I can see me adding more and more of these printers. First layers are buttery smooth and every layer after that just follows suit. It's awesome, not having to tinker with everything in between prints. Everything I throw at it, just prints. Even full plates with multiple items, goes without any issues. Creality got it right this time.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
4
All I got so far.
on April 27, 2025
Posted by: Morris
I haven't used the K1 MAX much yet. I did have some issues with filament feed tube. The tube had to many sharp turns and possible kinked at the extruder. The tube was also clamped tight against the chain. These issues caused the filament to feed improbably.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
3
Nice Unit, needs work.
on May 5, 2025
Posted by: bethany
Easy to set up and use, I'd rather an option to be connected only through LAN instead of the "cloud". I will not trust the included flash drive, however the option to use one instead is nice.
3 stars seeing how my specific unit had issues and died on the first day of testing basic prints. There is a number of pinch and tension points for the filament that also had to be fixed out of the box, including the PTFE tube not being long enough to avoid pinching the filament when printing near corners of the print bed.
Gluing the wire connections for the parts that commonly need service as well as not including a service manual, instead relying on youtube videos whos existance is not mentioned anywhere left me feeling the company does not believe in right to repair.
My first attempt reaching out for support was responded to extremely prompt, however actually getting help troubleshooting issues and getting warranty parts felt more like pulling teeth.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
5
on June 12, 2025
Posted by: Cody
So far so good no issues with this one knock on wood.
Written by a customer while visiting Creality
Customer Rating
4
Very powerful tool to bringing my creativity to life
on August 1, 2025
Posted by: Shadoo
Very powerful tool to bringing my creativity to life. The interface is very simple, and the printing time is very fast. Changing the filament can be a little tricky at first, but over all, this product was worth the money.