MakerGeeks
Manufactures and sells US-made 3D printer filament (PLA, ABS, PETG) and supplies, targeting hobbyists and professionals with direct-to-consumer e-commerce.
- CEO / Founder
- Joshua B. Smith
- Stage
- Defunct
- Latest Round
- Bootstrapped
- Key Investors
- Shopify Capital
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printer filament (PLA, ABS, PETG); 3D printers (Duplicator, MakerBot, PrintrBot, FlashForge); 3D printing supplies and parts; Arduino and electronics
Technological Advantage
Proprietary high-speed extrusion process for filament production, enabling US-based supply chain and faster delivery times.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides 100% US-made 3D printer filament and supplies with free shipping, reducing dependency on Chinese imports and supporting domestic manufacturing.
How They Differentiate
Focus on 100% US-made filament with free shipping, unlike competitors who often source from China; direct-to-consumer model with broad product selection.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
3D printing enthusiasts, hobbyists, professionals, makers
Industry Verticals
Consumer 3D Printing; Education; DIY/Hobbyist
Competitors
MatterHackers; Proto-pasta; Hatchbox
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Produced over 1 million pounds of 3D printer filament in the US.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2010; Produced over 1 million pounds of filament; Changed name to Filament Geeks in 2019; Reported as shut down in 2019