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MatterHackers

PlatformLake Forest, USAFounded 2012· One of 204 Platform companies tracked by AMPulse

A major US-based retailer of 3D printers, materials, and parts, also developing their own line of software (MatterControl) and filaments (PRO Series). They offer a wide range of products for both consumers and industrial users.

CEO / Founder
Lars Brubaker
Team Size
51-200
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$7.06M
Latest Round
Venture Round
Key Investors
Graham Software Development

Technology & Products

Key Products

3D Printers, 3D Printer Filament, 3D Printer Resin, 3D Printer Parts & Accessories, MatterControl Software

Technological Advantage

Their development of MatterControl software provides a seamless user experience for their customers and allows for greater integration with the hardware they sell. Their extensive product range and focus on customer support and education builds a strong community and customer loyalty.

Differentiation

Value Proposition

To make 3D printing easier and more accessible for everyone by providing a one-stop shop for hardware, software, materials, and support.

How They Differentiate

MatterHackers stands out through its comprehensive ecosystem of hardware, software (MatterControl), and materials, coupled with strong customer support and educational resources. Their physical retail presence and development of their own product lines provide a competitive edge.

Market & Competition

Target Customers

Hobbyists, educators, small businesses, and industrial clients.

Industry Verticals

Education, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Medical, Automotive

Competitors

Dynamism; Printed Solid; 3DJake

Growth & Milestones

Growth Metrics

Recognized in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America.

Major Milestones

2012: Company founded., 2013: Opened retail store in Lake Forest, CA., 2015: Launched MatterControl Touch., 2023: Acquired Source Graphics and announced collaboration with Formlabs., 2024: Partnership with BigRep

Notable Customers

Calexico Unified School District; Louis Vuitton

https://www.matterhackers.com

Equipment deals on record

Publicly disclosed purchases or installs only.

  • VISION MINER 22 IDEX V4 HIGH TEMPERATURE 3D PRINTERBuyer: Consumer Product Safety Commission · Supplier: MatterHackers, Inc.
  • Vision Miner 22 IDEX V4 3D PrinterBuyer: Federal Acquisition Service · Supplier: MatterHackers, Inc.
  • LII6518 High Temperature 3D Printer KitBuyer: Federal Acquisition Service · Supplier: MATTERHACKERS, INC.
  • BigRep HEAVY DUTYBuyer: Department of the Air Force · Supplier: MATTERHACKERS, INC.
  • N421585148B152 LARGE FORMAT 3D PRINTERBuyer: Defense Logistics Agency · Supplier: MATTERHACKERS, INC.
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Why this company matters

AMPulse analysis, not a company disclosure

MatterHackers occupies a distinctive position in the desktop 3D printing market as a full-stack retailer that develops its own software and materials rather than simply reselling third-party products. Founded in 2012 and based in Lake Forest, California, the company has grown into one of the largest US retailers of 3D printing supplies, recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

The company's core offering spans 3D printers, filaments, resins, parts, and accessories, with a focus on polymer material extrusion (MEX) and vat photopolymerization (VPP-SLA) technologies. Its proprietary MatterControl software provides hardware-software bed leveling and print management, while the PRO Series filament line targets users who want consistent quality beyond generic materials. A physical retail store in Lake Forest, opened in 2013, is unusual in an online-dominated segment and supports hands-on customer education.

MatterHackers serves hobbyists, educators, small businesses, and industrial clients across education, manufacturing, aerospace, medical, and automotive verticals. Named customers include Calexico Unified School District and Louis Vuitton. Key partnerships with Formlabs, Ultimaker, BCN3D, Raise3D, and BigRep broaden the hardware portfolio. The 2023 acquisition of Source Graphics added intellectual property related to anisotropic composite structures and advanced material processing methods.

The company's strategic moat lies in its integrated ecosystem of hardware, software, and materials, combined with strong customer support and educational resources. However, it faces competition from other large resellers such as Dynamism, Printed Solid, and 3DJake. The open question is whether MatterHackers can maintain its growth trajectory as the desktop 3D printing market matures and larger players like HP and Bambu Lab expand their direct sales channels.