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Bambu Lab PLA Basic vs Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm

★ Best overall Bambu Lab PLA Basic Bambu Lab · PLA
Measured wins
Bambu Lab PLA Basic: 2 Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm: 1
Spec Bambu Lab PLA BasicHatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm
Overview
Material PLA PLA
Manufacturer Bambu Lab Hatchbox
Diameter 1.75 mm 1.75 mm
Thermal
Print temp 190–230°C 200–220°C
Bed temp 35–45°C 55–70°C
Warping none none
Quality
Layer adhesion 4/5 4/5
Bed adhesion 4/5 5/5
Stringing resistance 4/5 3/5
Verdict
Overall rating 4.6/5 4.3/5
Price / kg
VERDICT

Hatchbox is the cheaper open-printer staple; Bambu PLA Basic earns its place if you run an AMS and want hands-off color changes.