Our pick
9.3
The Orbiter v2 remains our favorite balance of mass, grip, and serviceability. Soft TPU fed without buckling, and the compact body fits tight afterburner-style toolheads without drama.
See the full Direct drive extruders comparison guide for alternatives and score tables.
Scorecard
Overall9.3
Print quality9.2
9.2
Durability8.9
8.9
Value8.6
8.6
Ease of use8.8
8.8
Compatibility8.4
8.4
Pros
- + Excellent TPU feeding
- + Low toolhead mass
- + Easy gear access
Cons
- − Kit QC varies by reseller
- − May need mount adapters
Specs
- Drive
- Dual gear
- Weight
- ~135 g
- Filament
- 1.75 mm
- Ratio
- 7.5:1