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eSUN ePLA-Matte vs eSUN PLA+

From the eSUN ePLA-Matte review: PLA+ is the tougher everyday spool from the same brand; Matte is the one for models that will be photographed.

eSUN ePLA-Matte eSUN · PLA
★ Best overall eSUN PLA+ eSUN · PLA
Measured wins
eSUN ePLA-Matte: 1 eSUN PLA+: 2
Spec eSUN ePLA-MatteeSUN PLA+
Overview
Material PLA PLA
Manufacturer eSUN eSUN
Diameter 1.75 mm 1.75 mm
Thermal
Print temp 190 to 230°C 205 to 225°C
Bed temp 45 to 60°C 45 to 60°C
Warping none low
Quality
Layer adhesion 4/5 5/5
Bed adhesion 4/5 4/5
Stringing resistance 4/5 3/5
Verdict
Overall rating 4.2/5 4.5/5
Price / kg — —

How they differ on the data

eSUN PLA+ runs 5°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 210°C and 215°C), and the two windows share 20°C of range, so one profile can cover both. eSUN ePLA-Matte lists the wider window (40°C against 20°C). Both list the same 45-60°C bed window, so one profile covers both.

Which one for the job

Pick eSUN ePLA-Matte for display models, miniatures.

Pick eSUN PLA+ for functional parts, everyday printing.