Typical Price Ranges
These are the working ranges behind our own estimate tool, for made-to-order custom prints in standard PLA with basic cleanup:
| Print size | Typical price (AUD) | Typical turnaround | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keychain-size | $13 – $20 | 3–7 days | Keychains, small charms, tiny spares |
| Small (fits in your hand) | $20 – $35 | 3–7 days | Knobs, clips, small figures, desk pieces |
| Medium | $45 – $90 | 5–10 days | Display figures, brackets, multi-part models |
| Large / multi-part | $95 – $190+ | 8–18 days | Big display pieces, full sets, cosplay parts |
For reference against real listings: our ready-made shop pieces run from $12.99 keychains to $200 full display sets, and made-to-order Pokeball catalogue prints are $24.99–$29.99. Custom work sits on the same curve — you're paying for print time, material and hand-finishing, not a mystery margin.
What Actually Drives the Price
- Size (really: print time). The single biggest factor. A palm-sized figure might print in 4 hours; a large display piece can run for more than a day. Machine time is most of what you're buying.
- Material. Standard PLA is the baseline. Engineering materials like PETG, ABS/ASA or flexible TPU cost a little more and can need slower, more careful printing — our materials guide explains when they're worth it.
- Colours. Multi-colour printing (we print up to 8 colours in one piece) adds material changeovers and time. Vivid multi-colour is our specialty, but it's honest to say it costs more than single-colour.
- Finishing. Support removal and basic cleanup are included; extra hand-finishing on complex pieces adds labour.
- Design work. If you have an STL file ready, you skip this entirely. Recreating a part from photos and measurements, or modelling an idea from scratch, is quoted as design time up front.
- Quantity. Repeats are cheaper per piece — the setup and design cost is spread across the batch. Always mention quantity when asking for a quote.
Why We Quote Instead of Publishing a Price List
Two models with the same footprint can differ by hours of print time depending on height, hollows and supports — which is why fixed price-per-cm³ calculators are usually wrong in one direction or the other. We'd rather look at the actual model. You get a firm price and timeline before anything is printed, and asking costs nothing: describe the piece (or attach a file link), and the quote comes back with material advice included.
How to Get an Accurate Quote Fast
- Use the quick estimate tool for an instant ballpark — it hands its details to the contact form for the confirmed quote.
- Include the size you want (height or longest side), colours, quantity and any deadline.
- Link your STL file if you have one, or reference photos if you don't — replacement parts usually start with photos and measurements.
- Say how the piece will be used (display, handled, outdoors) so the right material is quoted the first time.
Common Questions
How much does a small 3D print cost in Australia?
Small made-to-order prints in standard PLA typically run about $13–$20 for keychain-size pieces and $20–$35 for palm-size items. Larger display pieces and multi-part sets range from roughly $45 up to $190 or more, depending mostly on print time.
Why doesn't Formfinity publish a fixed price list?
Two models with the same footprint can differ by hours of print time depending on height, hollows and supports, so a fixed price-per-size list is usually wrong in one direction or the other. We quote from the actual model and give you a firm price before anything is printed.
Does multi-colour printing cost more?
Yes. Printing up to 8 colours in one piece adds material changeovers and print time, so multi-colour work costs more than single-colour. It is our specialty, and the quote always shows the price before you commit.
Is a 3D printing quote free?
Yes. Quotes are free and carry no obligation. Send the size, colours, quantity and deadline, with an STL file or reference photos, and a firm price with material advice usually comes back within a day.
What makes a 3D print more expensive?
Print time, driven mostly by size, is the biggest factor, followed by material choice, colour count, finishing work and any design time. Repeat orders are cheaper per piece because the setup is shared across the batch.
Want a real number for your print?
Send the details and get a firm, no-obligation quote with material advice — usually within a day. Nothing prints until you're happy with the price.
Get a Free Quote →See what the money buys: browse the gallery of finished pieces or the custom 3D printing service.