KINGROON built its name on the KP3S — a compact cantilever 3D printer that became a cult favorite among budget makers for its linear rails, direct drive, and surprisingly good print quality at a low price. The 2026 lineup extends that formula with Klipper firmware, higher print speeds, and a growing filament range that includes silk dual-color PLA and bulk value packs.
The KP3S V1 is the current flagship of the line. It runs Klipper firmware for high-speed printing (rated 200-500mm/s, with 350mm/s as the recommended sweet spot), keeps the linear rails on X and Y axes that made the original KP3S popular, and adds a flexible PEI steel build plate. The direct-drive extruder handles flexible filaments like TPU well, and the compact cantilever design means it takes up less desk space than CoreXY machines with similar build volumes.
| Product | Category | Key Spec |
|---|---|---|
| KP3S V1 | Printer | Klipper, 200-500mm/s, linear rails |
| KP3S 3.0 | Printer | Direct drive, clearance pricing |
| KP3S Pro V2 | Printer | Upgraded electronics, touch screen |
| KLP1 230 | Printer | CoreXY, 230mm build volume |
| PLA Silk Dual-Color | Filament | Two colors, silk finish, 200mm/s |
| Standard PLA/PETG 5KG | Filament | Bulk value, 1kg rolls |
KINGROON's filament range is less extensive than dedicated filament brands, but the PLA Silk Dual-Color is worth noting. It uses two colors extruded into a single strand, creating a shifting color effect as the filament rotates. The silk finish adds a metallic sheen, and KINGROON's technical data sheet rates it for 200mm/s printing — faster than most silk filaments. The 5KG bulk packs of standard PLA and PETG are aimed at high-volume users and offer good per-kilogram value.
KINGROON is for budget-conscious makers who want good print quality without spending Bambu Lab money. The KP3S series has always punched above its price class, and the Klipper-powered V1 brings it up to speed with modern machines. The linear rails and direct drive are features you'd normally pay more for on other brands.
The trade-off is build quality and polish. KINGROON printers are assembled from budget components, and fit and finish isn't as refined as premium brands. The cantilever design can have more ringing on the X-axis than a rigid CoreXY frame. And KINGROON's customer support and community are smaller than Creality or Bambu Lab, so troubleshooting can require more self-reliance. But if you're comfortable with basic printer maintenance and want maximum features per dollar, KINGROON delivers.