What MatterHackers does

MatterHackers Inc. is a US-based digital manufacturing distributor and retailer founded in 2012 and headquartered in the Los Angeles metropolitan area (Foothill Ranch, CA). The company operates primarily through its e-commerce platform matterhackers.com, curating and reselling third-party 3D printing hardware (FDM, SLA, SLS technologies), CNC machines, laser cutters and engravers, desktop waterjet systems, and 3D scanners from approximately twelve authorized brand partners including Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Prusa Research, BigRep, Raise3D, Creality, xTool, and WAZER. The product range spans from entry-level desktop printers under $200 (e.g., Creality Ender 3 V3 SE at $179) to industrial large-format systems exceeding $245,000 (e.g., BigRep PRO at $245,800), complemented by an extensive consumables catalog that includes the company's own branded filament lines — PRO Series, MH Build Series, and NylonX carbon fiber nylon.

The company's revenue model rests on three streams: hardware resale (printers, CNC, laser, waterjet), consumables and materials (filament, resin, spare parts, with proprietary sub-brands providing modest margin advantage), and professional services including installation, training, DFAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing) consulting, service contracts, and extended warranties offered through services.matterhackers.com. Go-to-market is a hybrid e-commerce plus enterprise field sales motion: direct-to-consumer and SMB buyers transact online with phone and email support, while enterprise customers engage via quote requests, dedicated account management, and bulk pricing. A same-day delivery service is operated for the LA/Orange County market, and standard US shipping is free on orders over $35.

MatterHackers serves a broad cross-section of customer segments, with industrial and enterprise manufacturing (aerospace, automotive, healthcare, government/defense) identified as the primary vertical, alongside education (K-12 and higher ed), entrepreneurs and startups, and hobbyist/maker communities. The firm is privately held with no disclosed parent company, no recent institutional funding, and a leadership team led by co-founder and CEO Lars Brubaker and Vice President David Gaylord. No acquisitions, regulatory actions, or leadership changes have been disclosed in the available data.

Name

MatterHackers

Legal name

MatterHackers Inc.

Website

https://matterhackers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MatterHackers is a US-based digital manufacturing distributor and retailer founded in 2012, selling third-party 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, waterjets, and 3D scanners — plus its own branded filaments — to industrial manufacturers, educators, entrepreneurs, and hobbyists via e-commerce and enterprise sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

3D Printing Equipment & Supplies

NAICS

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing (334)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)

akta.pro primary industry

3D Printing Parts & Electronics Integration Retail (CRACAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

3D Printers (Additive Manufacturing) (HDACAEAH), Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC), Filters, Air Handling & Environmental Control (HEPA/Carbon Filters, Fume Extraction, Dehumidifiers) (IMAAAIAF)

Keywords

• 3D printing supplies
• Digital manufacturing retail
• Industrial 3D printers
• 3D printer filament
• Additive manufacturing equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Foothill Ranch

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: MatterHackers generates primary revenue from selling 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, and related hardware from multiple branded manufacturers. Products range from entry-level desktop printers under $200 to industrial large-format systems exceeding $200,000.
2. Consumables & Materials: Sale of filament (PLA, ABS, PETG, NylonX, ASA, TPU, engineering-grade materials), resin, accessories, and spare parts. Includes proprietary MH Build Series and PRO Series branded filaments.
3. Professional Services: Installation, training, service contracts, repair, and DFAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing) services offered through services.matterhackers.com. Extended warranty options and dedicated customer success management for enterprise clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MatterHackers is a digital manufacturing retailer and distributor that curates and sells 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, waterjet cutters, 3D scanners, filaments, resins, and accessories from leading brands such as Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Prusa, BigRep, Creality, Raise3D, and xTool. The company also markets its own proprietary filament lines (PRO Series, MH Build Series, NylonX) and offers installation, training, service contracts, repair, and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) consulting.

Product overview

MatterHackers operates as a comprehensive digital manufacturing marketplace and retailer offering a multi-category portfolio of hardware equipment, consumable materials, and professional services. The core product offering centers on 3D printing equipment (FDM, SLA, SLS technologies) from major brands including Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Prusa, Creality, Raise3D, and BigRep, complemented by an extensive selection of proprietary MH Build Series and PRO Series filaments and third-party resins. Adjacent categories include CNC machines, laser cutters/engravers, waterjet cutting systems, and 3D scanners. The portfolio is unified through a service layer offering same-day delivery in select markets, enterprise training programs, installation services, and maintenance contracts, positioning MatterHackers as a one-stop partner for professionals, educators, and hobbyists across industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, and education.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PRO Series: MatterHackers' proprietary filament brand offering professional-grade materials including PLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, and Tough PLA filaments
• MH Build Series
• NylonX

Products and services

• 3D Printers FDM, SLA, and SLS 3D printers from brands including Bambu Lab, Formlabs, UltiMaker, Prusa, Creality, Raise3D, BigRep, and Modix, ranging from entry-level desktop units under $200 to industrial large-format systems exceeding $200,000.
• PRO Series Filament Proprietary professional-grade filament line including PLA, ABS, PETG, and TPU formulations with higher quality specifications for demanding applications, sold at approximately $52-$57 per 1kg.
• MH Build Series Filament Proprietary value-oriented filament line offering budget-friendly PLA, PETG, ASA, ABS, TPU, and Tough PLA options in multiple colors and sizes, starting from $22.99 per 1kg.
• NylonX Filament Proprietary carbon fiber reinforced PA12 filament combining nylon strength and durability with carbon fiber reinforcement for engineering applications.
• 3D Printer Resins Stereolithography and LCD resins including standard, engineering, dental, biocompatible, and flexible formulations compatible with Formlabs and other SLA printers.
• CNC Machines CNC routers and mills including desktop and benchtop options from brands such as Carbide 3D, Laguna Tools, TwoTrees, APSX, and Snapmaker for precision machining.
• Laser Cutters & Engravers CO2 and diode laser cutting and engraving systems from xTool, Full Spectrum Laser, Flux3DP, and Bambu Lab for processing wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and metal materials.
• Waterjet Cutting Machines (WAZER) Desktop waterjet cutting machines and accessories from WAZER for precision cutting of metal, stone, glass, and other hard materials.
• 3D Scanners 3D scanning solutions including laser and structured light scanners from Shining 3D and RevoPoint for reverse engineering and digitizing physical objects.
• Training and Professional Services Professional services including installation (e.g., WAZER Launchpad 2hr setup at $299, 4hr at $599), BigRep ACADEMY training and certification, service contracts with first response within 8-16 hours, repair, extended warranties (UltiMakerCare from $399, Formlabs Pro Service Plan from $1,399), and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) consultation for enterprise clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free shipping on orders over $35
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Bambu LabcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMatterHackers is an authorized reseller of Bambu Lab 3D printers and accessories, offering a wide range of Bambu Lab products including X1, X2, P1, P2, H2, and A1 series printers with various bundle options.
• FormlabscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Formlabs reseller offering Form 3+, Form 3L, Form 4, Fuse 1+ SLS printers, and extensive resin portfolio. Provides Pro Service Plan support and installation services.
• UltiMakercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremier UltiMaker reseller offering S3, S5, S6, S8 printers with UltiMakerCare service plans. Extensive filament and accessory catalog.
• Prusa ResearchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Prusa reseller offering CORE One, MK4S, XL printers and MMU3 multi-material units. Access to Printables.com model library.
• BigRepcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized BigRep reseller for industrial large-format 3D printers including ONE, STUDIO G2, and PRO models with BigRep ACADEMY training and service contracts.
• WAZERmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive/minor distributor of WAZER desktop waterjet cutting machines and accessories. Offers Launchpad installation services and comprehensive coverage bundles.
• Raise3DmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Raise3D reseller offering Pro3 HS, Pro3 Plus HS, Forge1, and E2 series 3D printers for professional and industrial applications.
• CrealitymajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of Creality 3D printers including K2 Plus, K2 Pro, Ender series, and SPARKX i7 for entry-level to mid-range market.
• BASFminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of BASF 3D printing filaments and materials for engineering-grade applications.
• xToolmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized reseller of xTool CO2 laser cutters and engravers including P2S, P3, F2 Ultra models with various power and bundle configurations.
• LDO Systems (Voron)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of LDO Motors Voron 3D printer kits including Voron 2.4 R2 and Voron V0.2R1 for the enthusiast/CoreXY market.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Adafruit Industries: Adafruit is a direct peer: a curated e-commerce retailer of DIY electronics, 3D printing parts, tools, and maker supplies serving the same hobbyist, educator, and prosumer customer base with a similar content-rich, community-driven marketing approach.

Broad incumbents

• DigiKey: DigiKey is a broad incumbent in electronics and industrial component distribution, comparable in business model as a high-SKU authorized reseller serving engineers and industrial buyers, though it operates at much larger scale and broader scope than MatterHackers.
• Mouser Electronics: Mouser is a broad incumbent authorized distributor of electronic components and industrial products, comparable as a multi-brand catalog reseller serving design engineers and procurement, with overlapping customer segments in education and prototyping.
• McMaster-Carr: McMaster-Carr is a broad incumbent industrial supply distributor, comparable in operating model as a high-SKU, fast-shipping, customer-experience-focused retailer serving industrial buyers and maintenance professionals.
• Newark / element14: Newark/element14 is a broad incumbent electronics distributor serving engineers and industrial buyers, comparable in authorized-reseller business model and overlap on education and prototyping customer segments.

Emerging players

• Fictiv: Fictiv is an emerging on-demand digital manufacturing marketplace connecting buyers with 3D printing, CNC, and injection molding suppliers, overlapping with MatterHackers in serving enterprises sourcing custom fabricated parts across multiple processes.
• Xometry: Xometry is an emerging on-demand manufacturing marketplace offering 3D printing, CNC, and other fabrication services, comparable as a multi-process digital manufacturing partner targeting the same enterprise prototyping and production use cases.
• Protolabs (Hubs): Protolabs' Hubs network is an emerging on-demand 3D printing and CNC marketplace, comparable as a digital manufacturing service platform addressing engineers and product teams seeking custom fabricated parts.
• Shapeways: Shapeways is an emerging 3D printing service bureau and marketplace, comparable in enabling on-demand additive manufacturing access for designers, entrepreneurs, and SMBs.
• PCBWay: PCBWay is an emerging 3D printing, CNC, and PCB fabrication service provider, comparable as a multi-process digital manufacturing supplier with similar hobbyist and prosumer customer overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/matterhackers
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/MatterHackersInc
• Facebookfacebook.com/MatterHackers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/matterhackers-inc-
• Instagraminstagram.com/matterhackers
• Pinterestpinterest.com/MatterHackers

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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