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SUNLU PLA Meta vs Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm
From the SUNLU PLA Meta review: Hatchbox is a steady all-rounder; PLA Meta pulls ahead specifically when you push print speeds on a fast machine.
Measured wins
| Spec | SUNLU PLA Meta | Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Material | PLA | PLA |
| Manufacturer | SUNLU | Hatchbox |
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Thermal | ||
| Print temp | 185 to 225°C | 200 to 220°C |
| Bed temp | 50 to 65°C | 55 to 70°C |
| Warping | low | none |
| Quality | ||
| Layer adhesion | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Bed adhesion | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Stringing resistance | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Price / kg | — | — |
How they differ on the data
Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm runs 5°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 210°C and 205°C), and the two windows share 20°C of range, so one profile can cover both. SUNLU PLA Meta lists the wider window (40°C against 20°C). Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm runs 5°C hotter on the bed (window midpoints 63°C and 58°C), and the two windows share 10°C of range, so one profile can cover both.
Which one for the job
Pick Hatchbox PLA Black 1.75mm for cosplay, functional parts.
Pick SUNLU PLA Meta for everyday printing, fast printing.