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ELEGOO Rapid PETG vs Polymaker PolyLite PETG
From the ELEGOO Rapid PETG review: PolyLite has the better documented window and slightly nicer surfaces; ELEGOO wins on price and flow rate.
Measured wins
| Spec | ELEGOO Rapid PETG | Polymaker PolyLite PETG |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Material | PETG | PETG |
| Manufacturer | ELEGOO | Polymaker |
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Thermal | ||
| Print temp | 240 to 270°C | 230 to 260°C |
| Bed temp | 65 to 75°C | 70 to 80°C |
| Warping | low | low |
| Quality | ||
| Layer adhesion | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Bed adhesion | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Stringing resistance | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Price / kg | — | — |
How they differ on the data
ELEGOO Rapid PETG runs 10°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 255°C and 245°C), and the two windows share 20°C of range, so one profile can cover both. Polymaker PolyLite PETG runs 5°C hotter on the bed (window midpoints 70°C and 75°C), and the two windows share 5°C of range, so one profile can cover both.
Which one for the job
Pick ELEGOO Rapid PETG for prototyping.
Pick Polymaker PolyLite PETG for mechanical parts.