Formlabs' Form 3 offers a larger print area than the Form 2 as well as Low Force Stereolithography (LFS), a new SLA technology developed by Formlabs that promises smoother surface finish and more detailed prints. The company announced its new blazing fast, large-format Form 4L and Form 4BL 3D printers as well as the opening of its SLS and SLA platforms to enable users to bring their ideas to life regardless of scale, application, or complexity. Formlabs has acquired 2 companies including Micronics and Pinshape.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Formlabs has grown to over 750 employees, achieved a $2 billion dollar valuation, and created new classes of hardware, software, and materials. The company has raised a total funding of $254M over 8 rounds from 34 investors. The company competes against established players including Anycubic, Ultimaker, Bambu Lab, MakerBot Industries, and ETEC.
Top Insights
Formlabs unveiled Fuse X1: Industrial Large-Format SLS 3D Printing at a fraction of the cost (June 2026).
Meshy integrated 3D generation with AI into Formlabs' On-Demand Printing Services (April 2026).
In September 2024, Ford Motor Company utilized Formlabs 3D printers to prototype various components for its upcoming Electric Explorer SUV.
CEO Max Lobovsky received the 2026 Innovators Award, underscoring the company's leadership in 3D printing technology.
Named Competitors
Ultimaker — Professional FDM/FFF 3D printing systems and materials
Bambu Lab — High-speed consumer and prosumer 3D printers