Makelab’s pricing is dynamically generated and primarily driven by the specifics of your part and your selected preferences:
Material & print technology: Each method—FDM, SLA, MJF, VCJ—has unique material costs and operational rates.
Part volume: We calculate cost based on the total cubic centimeters (cm³) of your part(s). Small changes in your file can significantly affect this.
Lead time: Faster turnarounds (like Next-Day or Rush) are priced higher to prioritize your job in the production schedule.
Special considerations: Some materials allow for internal hollowing, which can reduce volume and lower cost—reach out if this applies.
Use our Instant Quote tool for immediate, transparent pricing. If you're unsure or need optimization, our team can review your file and help you get the most efficient result.
But also check your units selected- This usually happens when your file was modeled in inches but exported in millimeters—or vice versa. Our Instant Quote system reads files assuming millimeters by default. If your model was designed in inches and not properly converted, it will appear 25.4x smaller, resulting in a tiny part volume and an unusually low price (sometimes $1 or less).
Learn more on our website:
Instant Quote — upload your file for real-time pricing
Pricing Guide — cost breakdown by technology and material
Talk to an Expert — questions about your specific project