The ultimate goal of every designer is to have their unique work recognized. 3D printing competitions offer a great chance not only to showcase your design but also to improve skills. Winners get various awards including 3D Printers. In addition to prizes, the selected design is labeled as a winner on STL sharing websites. For the designer, this means special recognition in 3D printing society.
3D printing competitions are mostly sponsored by manufacturers who want to promote their products. While file sharing communities are brilliant platforms for that. As result we see them cooperate well with each other. Please see “Basic tips for best results in 3D printing competitions” below the table.
3D Printing Competitions
Color codes: Open, Closed.| Competition | Description Details | Organizer | Prize | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thangs | 3D print and share Rancor by ChaosCoreTech. More details: https://bit.ly/3qgRle3 | 3D Printing Nerd / Thangs | 3x $50 Gif Cards | 2020.12.13 |
| 3D Modeling Contest | Create a posed, stylized fantasy character ... More details: https://bit.ly/2V6Thao | AnimSchool ArtStation | Cash Prizes Subscription | 2021.01.25 |
| Enapter Challenge | Design a water trap that can remove moisture ... More details: https://bit.ly/3fAfLKz | GrabCAD Enapter | Up to $2000 in Prizes | 2021.01.09 |
| Holiday Decorations | Share how you decorate for the holidays ... More details: https://bit.ly/2Jd4aF2 | Instructables | $250, 100... 9 Prizes | 2021.12.07 |
| HeroesToo | Schools only. Develop innovative and sustainable solutions for social distancing. More details: https://bit.ly/3nswCBI | GrabCAD Stratasys | x3 3D Printers | 2021.01.15 |
| Holidays | Model a holiday scene. More details: https://bit.ly/32VgoJj | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.11.30 |
| Tippy Tree | Skin design contest. Create a customized skin for Tippi Tree. More details: https://bit.ly/35Fu25o | Devin Montes MyMiniFactory | x3 3D Printers | 2020.12.06 |
| Paint and Craft | Paint and Craft Contest on Patreon More details: https://bit.ly/3k9UsQN | The Printing Goes Ever On | 2x Phrozen 3D Printers, more | 2020.11.30 |
| Modern Apartment | Design a modern apartment, fully furnished. More details: https://bit.ly/3kZwfh2 | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.11.30 |
| Mechanical Clock | Use gears, numbers, hands and any mechanism you have in mind. More details: https://bit.ly/3l0qCiT | MyMiniFactory | $250 Subscription | 2020.11.29 |
| 3D Printed Bedroom | Create a printable 3D model that is useful in a bedroom. More details: https://bit.ly/2Tug5jG | Cults3D Flashforge | Adventurer 3 Filament | 2021.01.05 |
| Plastics | Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. Special prize for the best use of Tinkercad. More details: https://bit.ly/34lyjtX | Instructables Tinkercad | $500, $250... 20 Prizes | 2020.12.14 |
| make:able | An assistive technology design challenge for students. More details: https://bit.ly/2Q3k19v | PrintLab Autodesk | 6 for each age group | 2021.04.01 |
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| Plastic Packaging | Realization of the next generation of PET packages. More details: https://bit.ly/38LLffk | Desall | €5000 | 2020.11.25 |
| Magic Book | Create a new 3d rendered image. More details: https://bit.ly/3lqjg8j | CG Boost | Subscriptions and Credits | 2020.11.25 |
| Stylized Bust | Recreate your favorite character as a low poly stylized bust. More details: https://bit.ly/3lq9Nht | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.11.23 |
| Fashion & Accessories | There are earrings, necklaces, belts, ties, buttons, etc. Be creative ... More details: https://bit.ly/34CdmLo | Prusa Printers | 2x Prusa Mini Prusament | 2020.11.20 |
| DiamArt | Design new products for the luxury market. More details: https://bit.ly/3fe23N9 | Desall | €4000 | 2020.11.12 |
| Lo-Fi Study Girl | Concept Art Challenge More details: https://bit.ly/3e26ytI | Sketchfab | $50 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.11.09 |
| Halloween | 7 Categories including, costumes, masks, and props. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/3l1zF2k | Instructables | $1000, 500... 26 Prizes | 2020.11.09 |
| Remix | Make your own version that pushes the idea to the next level. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/2Fw0jBE | Instructables | $500, 250, 100, 50 Gift cards. | 2020.11.09 |
| Sci-Fi Corridor | Download the existing model and apply a texture to it. More details: https://bit.ly/35iFylE | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.11.02 |
| Halloween | Students only. Create a 3D object on BlocksCAD. More details: https://bit.ly/33DDhBT | BlocksCAD | 2x $25 Gift Cards | 2020.10.31 |
| NASA | An Advanced Lightweight Lunar Gantry for Operations (ALLGO) More details: https://bit.ly/2RRzQkx | NASA GrabCad | $7000 In Prizes | 2020.11.02 |
| Haunted House | Use your favorite software and workflow to model a haunted house. More details: https://bit.ly/2IyjUSN | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.10.26 |
| Moving Castle | Create a new 3d rendered image. More details: https://bit.ly/3jICYv8 | CG Boost | Subscriptions and Credits | 2020.10.28 |
| Culture and Tradition | Use RealityCapture (photogrammetry software) to participate. More details: https://bit.ly/3jTA0ny | RealityCapture Sketchfab | €200 Credit $100 Gift Card | 2020.10.19 |
| 3D Printing Industry Awards 2020 | Design a trophy that will celebrate the unique capabilities of 3D printing. More details: https://bit.ly/3gOzkyB | Protolabs Craftbot MyMiniFactory | Craftbot 3D Printer | 2020.10.10 |
| Virtual Prototyping | Student Virtual Prototyping Design Challenge More details: https://bit.ly/3gZy3nH | Thingiverse MakerBot | 2x 3D Printer more | 2020.10.12 |
| Make it Move | We want to see projects that move. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/3bACdkw | Instructables | $500, 250, 150, 50 Gift cards. | 2020.10.12 |
| Calligraphy School | Sketchfab 3D Editor Challenge. More details: https://bit.ly/34btjGX | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.10.12 |
| Tidy Desk | Improves the organization of your home office or desk. More details: https://bit.ly/3n7dNVr | PDO | Ender 3 PRO | 2020.10.09 |
| Isometric Room | Use your favorite software to create a 1 x 1 x 1 isometric room. More details: https://bit.ly/2FMGGp5 | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.10.05 |
| RTFKT | Texture existing model using your preferred tools and workflow. More details: https://bit.ly/32Bk4jG | RTFKT Sketchfab | Sneakers, Hoodie... | 2020.09.28 |
| Hook Tournament | Join a free Hook 3D Design Course on ptt.live to win a 3D printed hook tournament. PolyMax Only. | Polymaker Ptt.live | 3x 3D Printers 35x Filament | 2020.09.25 |
| Let there be light! | Light – your model must shine. More details: https://bit.ly/2CGSE1I | Prusa Printers | MK3S Kits Prusament | 2020.09.27 |
| COR Alpha Design Challenge | Submit a design for a stand-alone product or a component of a larger design. More details: https://bit.ly/33Pe4F8 | Wevolver polySpectra | $25.000 in Prizes | 2020.09.28 |
| Mushroom House | Create a new 3d rendered image. More details: https://bit.ly/3m2pOL2 | CG Boost | Subscriptions and Credits | 2020.09.23 |
| I'm a unique color | Identify the color of yourself. Draw a picture with your own color! More details: https://bit.ly/2QfP6qh | XP-Pen | Artist 24 PRO Deco PRO | 2020.09.20 |
| SelfCAD | Themes: Music Instruments, Interior Design, and Holidays. More details: https://bit.ly/39VQyaq | SelfCAD MyMiniFactory | FDM and SLA 3D Printers | 2020.09.20 |
| Purmundus Challange | The theme of this year's international competitions in the field of 3D and 4D printing is: "Geometry and Material in Harmony". More details: https://bit.ly/3hCiIuB | Purmundus Challange | EUR 30.000 in Prizes | 2020.09.21 |
| Robots | Share your robotics-related projects. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/3fSpxHj | Instructables Tinkercad | $500, 250, 100, 50 Gift cards. | 2020.09.14 |
| CNC | CNC-themed instructables. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/2CG83iL | Instructables Autodesk | $500, 250, 150, 50 Gift cards. | 2020.09.14 |
| RTJ4D | Remix the model or scene using your favourite 3D workflow. More details: https://bit.ly/2PHGwAF | RTJ4D Sketchfab | XP-Pen, Headset, more | 2020.09.07 |
| Design Inspiration | Design a “pebble” to showcase PolyJet capabilities. More details: https://bit.ly/2VDvdwq | GrabCAD Stratasys | $3000 in Prizes | 2020.09.07 |
| Cultural Product Design | Explore the spirit behind Yangshilei. More details: https://bit.ly/2DHW8l2 | Designboom IN(3D)NOVATION | $8.500 more | 2020.09.01 |
| Summer Contest | Students only. Create a 3D object on BlocksCAD. More details: https://bit.ly/30D4z8N | BlocksCAD | Chromebook Membership | 2020.08.21 |
| NASA Challenge | Restraint and Mobility Aid System for Multiple Gravity Environments. More details: https://bit.ly/3e4tMxC | CDSA GrabCAD | $7000 in Prizes | 2020.08.17 |
| Puzzles | We want to see puzzles of all types. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/3iyBcvA | Instructables | $250, 100, 50 Gift cards. | 2020.08.17 |
| MonoBike | Use your preferred tools and workflow to texture an existing model. More details: https://bit.ly/30okV6d | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card, Subscription | 2020.08.10 |
| Fairy Tale | 3D model a fairy tale scene. More details: https://bit.ly/3gpo0bD | GameTextures Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card Subscriptions | 2020.08.03 |
| Student Design Contest | For all students who are using Tinkercad. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judges the quality of instructions in the first place. More details: https://bit.ly/2UAuprX | Instructables Tinkercad | $100, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.08.10 |
| Cyrcle Phone | Design a non-rectangular phone from the future. More details: https://bit.ly/2NOq5S2 | Cyrcle Phone MyMiniFactory | 3 x Creality Ender 3 PRO | 2020.07.31 |
| Shop Challenge | Create a functional tool that will be requested on GrabCAD Shop! More details: https://bit.ly/31dhsbs | GrabCAD | License, T-Shirt & More | 2020.07.27 |
| Upcycling Prusament | Original Prusament boxes/spools only. Anything goes: toys, games, educative items, practical, etc. More details: https://bit.ly/3i2mXQb | PrusaPrinters | MK3S Kit Prusament More | 2020.07.26 |
| Souvenirs | Scan one or more souvenirs using your preferred tools and workflow. More details: https://bit.ly/3j41NBV | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.07.27 |
| Trash | Use your favorite software and workflow to model some trash. More details: https://bit.ly/2ZMUkOS | Sketchfab | Framed Art $50 Gift Card | 2020.07.20 |
| Medieval Fantasy Tavern | 3D editor challenge: Use an existing model and resubmit it in a unique way. More details: https://bit.ly/2Vkwk4i | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.07.06 |
| Bring the Outdoors Indoors | Create a 3D model that brings an outdoor activity inside. More details: https://bit.ly/2WTewgo | Formlabs Pinshape | $200 Credit Swag, more | 2020.06.26 |
| Global Maritime AM Challenge | Design an innovative rescue boat. More details: http://bit.ly/2o0lNhi | NAMIC | $30,000 $20,000 $10,000 | 2020.06.30 |
| Sea Life | Create a low poly scene of 3D sea life. More details: https://bit.ly/37Hct4k | Sketchfab | Art Print $50 Gift Card | 2020.06.29 |
| 3D Scanning Clothes | Scan one or more pieces of clothing using Agisoft Metashape. More details: https://bit.ly/2U5FGjt | Agisoft Metashape Sketchfab | Software $50 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.06.31 |
| Environment Day | Use 3D printing to create something to hold, help, keep, or improve the nature of your environment. More details: https://bit.ly/3hALtbf | PolyMaker | PolyBox Filament | 2020.06.25 |
| Toys & Games | We want to see the most awesome toys and games you can make at home! Tinkercad special prize. More details: https://bit.ly/3guivcc | Instructables Tinkercad | $250, $150, $100, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.06.22 |
| Paladin's Book | Hand paint an existing 3D model. More details: https://bit.ly/2AsxZgT | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.06.22 |
| 3D Printed Jewelry | Design and 3D print an 3D original model of one or more pieces of jewelry. More details: https://bit.ly/2K7HiDY | Anycubic Cults3D | Anycubic 3D Printers, Filament | 2020.06.15 |
| Stormtrooper | Imagine what a Stormtrooper would do away from the stress of their regular work life! More details: https://bit.ly/2WB5w0K | MyMiniFactory Andrew Ainsworth | Rights to Sell, more... | 2020.06.25 |
| Sculpting | Design a 3D model or create a remix that fits the contest theme. More details: https://bit.ly/2L3LYeT | PrusaPrinters | Prusa SL1 Prusament | 2020.06.07 |
| Dune Buggy | Use your favorite software and workflow to model a dune buggy. More details: https://bit.ly/3d4I7dS | Sketchfab | Art Print $50 Gift Card | 2020.06.09 |
| The Distance Learning | Post an instructable with an outline of the assignment and demonstrates three examples of student work that includes Tinkercad 3D designs. More details: https://bit.ly/2Uw83bs | TinkerCAD Instructables | $500, $250, Gift Cards | 2020.06.01 |
| Sci-Fi Circus | Use your favorite software and workflow to sculpt a character that you might find in a sci-fi circus. More details: https://bit.ly/2WyZvjA | Sketchfab XP-PEN | XP-PEN $50 Gift Card more | 2020.06.01 |
| Double-Bladed Axe | Use your favorite software and workflow to texture existing model.. More details: https://bit.ly/36cUcLp | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.06.01 |
| Finish It Already | Finally complete and share your neglected, abandoned, and half-finished projects. Document creative process and add a story. More details: https://bit.ly/2X6xlg8 | Instructables | $250, $100, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.06.01 |
| 3D Printed | Get extra publicity for your model and don't forget to add the instructions. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/2Uw83bs | Fusion 360 Instructables | $1000, $500, $250, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.05.25 |
| Extreme Redesign | Open to students worldwide. This year, Extreme Redesign features 3 categories. More details: http://bit.ly/2PbAZ5Z | GrabCad Stratasys | $3500 & More Scholarship | 2020.05.25 |
| Boast Your Toast! | Reimagine and reinvent the toaster. More details: https://bit.ly/3eYCLlz | GrabCad | Subscriptions, Prusa i3 MK3S | 2020.05.24 |
| Lighthouse | Use your favorite software and workflow to model a lighthouse. More details: https://bit.ly/2Z0HLka | Sketchfab | Art Print $50 Gift Card | 2020.05.25 |
| 3D Pioneers 2020 | Welcoming entries from universities and research institutes as well as from industry, design and engineering firms. More details: http://bit.ly/38DGCjO | 3dpbm | €35,000 3D Printer more ... | 2020.05.15 |
| 3DBenchy | 3DBenchy turned five. Let’s celebrate! #3DBenchyBirthdayContest More details: NA | 3DBenchy Daniel Norée | SImplify3D Filament | 2020.05.09 |
| Baked Goods | 3D Scan one or more baked goods using your preferred tools. More details: https://bit.ly/2xgW9Jx | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Subscription | 2020.05.11 |
| Mask Holder | Mask holder design competition. Original or a modification. More details: https://bit.ly/3b631ar | Repcord | $100 Gift Card | 2020.05.11 |
| CoVent-19 | Develop a rapidly deployable mechanical ventilator. Round 1 (Open Entry). More details: https://bit.ly/2QVUwaX | GrabCad Stratasys Coventchallenge | $10 000 in Prizes | 2020.05.01 |
| Earth Day | Model something related to Earth Day. More details: https://bit.ly/3cBkFnK | Sketchfab | Art Print $50 Gift Card | 2020.05.06 |
| Face mask | Improve or build a new model. More details: https://bit.ly/3aDglDi | Stop The Drop | 10k Euro | 2020.05.03 |
| Clocks | Get extra publicity for your model and don't forget to add the instructions. Disclaimer: Instructable.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: http://bit.ly/2IkkHTQ | Instructable | 32 GB iPad Apple Pencil & more... | 2020.04.27 |
| 3D-ify This in Your Style | Interpret François Bourdin’s concept art in your 3D style. More details: https://bit.ly/2w0MXZ8 | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.04.27 |
| Sculpting | Get extra publicity for your model and don't forget to add the instructions. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/2wJgM0X | Fusion 360 Instructables | $500, $250, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.04.27 |
| Electromaker Kits | Customize one of Electromaker’s popular 3D printable projects: The DIY Mood Lamp. More details: https://bit.ly/2UARsBZ | Electromaker MyMiniFactory | Mega X Photon Zero Wash & Cure | 2020.04.25 |
| 3D Editor Challenge | Adjust 3D Editor settings to give the existing model an entirely new look and feel. More details: https://bit.ly/34ENkWh | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.04.27 |
| NASA "RASSOR" Bucket Drum | Design a bucket drum for RASSOR that will provide the maximum amount of regolith extraction and retention while remaining free of obstructions during loading and unloading. More details: http://bit.ly/2WmvNjv | GrabCad NASA | $7000 in Prizes | 2020.04.20 |
| Everyday Necessities | Everyday necessities for life during a pandemic. More details: https://bit.ly/2UAqNWa | Prusa Printers | 3 * MK3 Kits 25 Spools | 2020.04.17 |
| Arcade Games | Low poly. Use your favorite software and workflow. More details: https://bit.ly/2Vdjrbk | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.04.20 |
| Covid-19 | Prevent the spread by creating open-source product designs for public spaces. More details: https://bit.ly/2RGPTlc | CadCrowd | Under $799 | 2020.04.19 |
| LED Strip | Get extra publicity for your model and don't forget to add the instructions. Disclaimer: Instructables.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: https://bit.ly/3aBIXNR | Instructables | $250, $50 Gift Cards | 2020.04.13 |
| DUCU | UK Only. Design Competition for Kids. Three age ranges: under 5s, 6 - 10 Yrs, 11 - 16 Yrs. More details: https://bit.ly/3bLxr2J | ducu.co.uk | 3 x Lego Sets (£120) | 2020.04.10 |
| Easter Egg | Create your own customized Easter Egg, with any design program. More details: https://bit.ly/34ky0xZ | CraftBot | CraftBot Plus Pro 3D Printer | 2020.04.13 |
| CC0 Remix Challenge | Use your favorite software and workflow to create a scene using at least three CC0 models. More details: http://bit.ly/2Q39Bqw | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.04.07 |
| Sanitiser - Fountain Of Hygiene | Creative industries and individuals are invited to submit their designs for a future vision of sanitiser. These designs will be displayed at the Design Museum. More details: http://bit.ly/38YOZXa | BOMPAS & PARR | Charity for The Red Cross | 2020.04.05 |
| Texturing: Easter Bunny | Texture Easter bunny using your preferred tools and workflow, More details: https://bit.ly/3agAUpu | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.04.06 |
| Heart | Get an extra publicity to your model ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ and don't forget to add the instructions. Disclaimer: Instructable.com judge on the quality of instructions. More details: http://bit.ly/39qVa6V | Instructable | iPad Air, 64 GB T-Shirt & more... | 2020.04.06 |
| varioShore | Disclaimer: the project/make has to be completed using varioShore TPU only. Share your prints on social media, use the hashtag. More details: http://bit.ly/39JH40D | ColorFabb | 16, 8, 4 Filament Spools | 2020.03.31 |
| Duncan Louca's Transhuman | PRINT - PAINT - POST Competition. Duncan Louca's Transhuman model. (Disclaimer: Nude Art) | Monocure 3D | 5 x Resin 3 x Resin 3 x Resin | 2020.03.31 |
| Make-A-Thon | Medical Device 3D printing design competition utilizing CAD and Solidworks to solve medical problems. More details: http://bit.ly/2SiDODK | BMES | NA | 2020.03.28 |
| Favorite Toy | Scan your favorite toy and use RealityCapture to process the model. More details: http://bit.ly/2VHJEAA | Capturing Reality Sketchfab | €200 RC Credit $100 Gift Card | 2020.03.31 |
| Tiny Cabin | Use your favorite software and workflow to model a tiny cabin. More details: http://bit.ly/2xQKVeZ | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.03.30 |
| Low-cost Ventilators | Montreal hospitals launch global challenge to design low-cost ventilators More details: https://bit.ly/2wEzcjh | Montreal Hospitals 3dprintingmedia | CAD $200k | 2020.03.30 |
| ELEGOO 3D Print Contest | NA, EU, Japan Only! Elegoo Mars Printers Only! 3D print, publish and hashtag to win. More details: http://bit.ly/339cmfn | ELEGOO | 5xResin x1 2xResin x2 1xResin x7 | 2020.03.23 |
| Luminaire Design | MENA region. The 3D Printed Luminaire Design Competition. More details: http://bit.ly/2woi2WK | 3D Luminaire Huda Lighting Autodesk | Showcase in Dubai. Trip to Show. | 2020.03.22 |
| Frontiers | Model a character, architecture, or vehicle that you might encounter on a frontier. More details: http://bit.ly/2SkPLY9 | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.03.02 |
| Practical & Functional | Contest theme: Practical and functional models for your household, garage or garden. More details: http://bit.ly/2RS4WYA | Prusa Research | MK3S Kit $150 Voucher $100 Voucher | 2020.03.01 |
| Fix It | Disclaimer: Even though Instructable.com are judging the quality of instructions in the first place, there is often a special prize for 3D design and/or 3D printing use. More details: http://bit.ly/2N47G3O | Instructable Makita | Makita Cordless Tools | 2020.03.02 |
| Raspberry Pi | Disclaimer: Even though Instructable.com are judging the quality of instructions in the first place, there is often a special prize for 3D design and/or 3D printing use. More details: http://bit.ly/2T23pS8 | Instructable Dremmel | 3D Printer, Gift Cards | 2020.03.02 |
| e-NABLE | USA schools only. Create a 1-3 min video. More details: http://bit.ly/36g5mxj | 3D Universe | Ultimaker 2+ 8 Spools Filament | 2020.02.29 |
| Dream Car | Australia Only. Three age groups: under 8, ages 8-11 and ages 12-15. Students asked to recreate their 2D Dream Car sketch as a 3D model using Makers Empire’s 3D design app. More details: http://bit.ly/2SLS8Fb | Makers Empire Toyota | $275 Gift Cards $2500 Vouchers | 2020.03.01 |
| Fantasy Forest | Create a collection of at least 10 Sketchfab models using the theme of “Fantasy Forest”. More details: http://bit.ly/37CBLPZ | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.02.10 |
| Meet MAT 2 | MAT is back. He changed, a bit. He grew. He needs new texturing, new looks. 3D Painting Contest. More details: http://bit.ly/2RHpR0u | Substance3d | Value of $50k of prizes in total | 2020.02.04 |
| Dogs | Use your favorite software and workflow to model a dog. More details: http://bit.ly/2sR2pFO | Sketchfab | $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.02.03 |
| Low Poly Game Level | Use your favorite software and workflow to create a low poly game level. More details: http://bit.ly/35syhhe | Sketchfab | 3 x $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.02.03 |
| Design Challenge 2020 | In two categories, both professionals and students are encouraged to redesign an existing conventional part of a machine or product for 3D printing. More details: http://bit.ly/2JycHQ2 | Additive World | 3D Printer Software Licenses more | 2020.02.01 |
| Made With ColorFabb | Share your ColorFabb prints on social media, tag us with our official accounts and use the hashtag More details: http://bit.ly/2uIJJsf | ColorFabb | Spools of Filament | 2020.01.31 |
| Make it Glow | Disclaimer: Even though Instructable.com is judging the quality of instructions in the first place, there is often a special prize for 3D design and/or 3D printing use. More details: http://bit.ly/2qkiqmr | Instructable | 3D Printer Dremel | 2020.01.27 |
| Assistive Tech | Disclaimer: Even though Instructable.com are judging the quality of instructions in the first place, there is often a special prize for 3D design and/or 3D printing use. More details: http://bit.ly/33xnMct | Instructable Tinkercad | 3D Printer Dremel 3D20 | 2020.01.06 |
| 3December 2019 | Use any tool and workflow you like to create your models. More details: http://bit.ly/384psfU | Sketchfab | 3 x $100 Gift Card Sketchfab PRO | 2020.01.01 |
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Basic Tips For Best Results in 3D Printing Competitions
– Please read competition instructions carefully before entering any contest.
– In most 3D printing competitions designers would come up with totally new designs, however, in some cases, designers will be asked to redesign existing objects.
– You don’t have to be a top designer to participate. Unique idea is paramount.
– Ability to use various design software skills will make you competitive but it will not guarantee the first place.
– Research the subject of competition and try to find topics that have not been overused.
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– If competition involves redesigning something you should analyze it and find weaknesses and areas of improvements.
– When posting your entry describe it clearly with a good quality picture. The way you post the entry is as important as the design itself.
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Crowdfunding Campaigns in 3D Printing
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There have been a lot of successful 3D design and 3D printer crowdfunding campaigns in recent years. Backers are keen to support projects that are add-ons to their beloved newly found hobby. These fundraising campaigns offer an opportunity to take part in the birth of new concepts for 3D printing machines, software, materials, and even accessories. In the table, you can find cherry-picked 3D printing-related startups that caught our eye. Also, we will pay special attention to 3D design projects.
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Hi 3DWithUs. You’d probably want to add the 3D Hubs Student Grant to the list. The 2019 edition was just launched. The winners get $5.000 in total, plus professional support to further develop their project.
Hi Alkaios! Thank you for letting us know. We have added the 3D Hubs Student Grant 2019 to the table.
hi
i made speed and torque increase making a small motor move a big motor faster
im being treated really bad for what i did
i was even forced into homelessness and worse
please advocate for me to.be allowed to complete my project
Hey 3DWithUs! There’s also a 3D printing contest designed for multi-color 3D printing. Winner gets a DOBOT MOOZ-3 color-mixing printer(value $599 USD). Deadline to submit 3D printing works is September 26th! It will be helpful if you can list the competition here. Thank you!
Hi Dobot! Thank you for letting us know. We have added the Color-mixing 3D Printing Contest to the table.
Hey 3DWithUs! There’s also a 3D printing design challenge for fast furniture for hurricane recovery. Winner gets $250 USD. Deadline to submit STL files is Aug 8th!
Hi Cat, thank you for letting us know. We have added the Fast Furniture Challenge to the table.
Solvay just launched the Additive Manufacturing Cup. This might be interesting to have registered here.
Thank you Amaury. We have added the Additive Manufacturing Cup competition to the table.
My Precious Plastics – the organizer of the competition is mything.
Thank you Nicolas. We have added My Precious Plastics competition to the table.