Bad Devices
BadPrinter2 — enclosed FFF desktop 3D printer with dual-extrusion capability, steel-frame construction, designed for professional and expert users seeking production-grade reliability at consumer pricing.
- CEO / Founder
- Stefano Pavanello
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
BadPrinter2 FFF 3D Printer
Technological Advantage
Proprietary solid steel frame design improves thermal stability and print reliability. Enclosed heated chamber enables ABS and engineering polymers without warping. Dual independent extruders support color mixing and dissolvable support material workflows. In-house manufacturing controls cost and quality directly.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Solid steel-frame construction delivers superior reliability and print quality compared to competitor budget-tier machines; dual independent extruders enable complex multi-material workflows; in-house designed and manufactured for quality control; €2,250 price point undercuts industrial systems while matching precision standards.
How They Differentiate
BadPrinter2 emphasizes industrial-grade frame construction (steel vs. plastic/aluminum), enclosed heated chamber for ABS/engineering materials, and dual independent extruders as standard (not add-ons). Direct manufacturing in Italy supports regional EU customers with fast logistics. No crowdfunding—direct market entry signals confidence in proven design.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printing professionals, makers, and experts; small businesses and hobbyists requiring multi-material printing
Industry Verticals
3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing; Maker / DIY / Prototyping; Industrial Parts Manufacturing
Competitors
Prusa (Prusa i3 — Czech competitor, similar price/quality positioning); Ultimaker (U3 — professional-grade FDM, higher price point); MakerBot (Replicator — consumer-grade FDM, competitive market)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Initial production batch: 10 units (June 2014); expansion trajectory to European markets with German distribution (50% of early units); Maker Faire Rome 2013 exhibition participation
Major Milestones
2013: Product development and prototyping; October 2013: Accepted into Maker Faire Rome; June 2014: First production batch of 10 units completed; 2014: Market launch at €2,250 (+VAT) with initial European distribution