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eSUN PLA+ vs Prusament PLA
From the eSUN PLA+ review: Prusament prints cleaner and measures more consistently; eSUN PLA+ is tougher and noticeably cheaper, making it the better everyday workhorse.
From the Prusament PLA review: eSUN PLA+ is tougher and cheaper; Prusament prints cleaner and measures more consistently spool-to-spool.
Measured wins
| Spec | eSUN PLA+ | Prusament PLA |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Material | PLA | PLA |
| Manufacturer | eSUN | Prusa Polymers |
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Thermal | ||
| Print temp | 205 to 225°C | 200 to 220°C |
| Bed temp | 45 to 60°C | 40 to 60°C |
| Warping | low | none |
| Quality | ||
| Layer adhesion | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Bed adhesion | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Stringing resistance | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Price / kg | — | — |
How they differ on the data
eSUN PLA+ runs 5°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 215°C and 210°C), and the two windows share 15°C of range, so one profile can cover both. eSUN PLA+ runs 3°C hotter on the bed (window midpoints 53°C and 50°C), and the two windows share 15°C of range, so one profile can cover both. Prusament PLA lists the wider window (20°C against 15°C).
Which one for the job
Pick eSUN PLA+ for everyday printing.
Pick Prusament PLA for display models.