# Cheap 3D Printers The Lewihe Play is Impressively Priced at Approximately $77 By Meghan Young | Published 2015-05-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lewihe-play References: [3dprint](http://3dprint.com/67280/lewihe-play-cheapest-3d-print/) & [lewihe](http://www.lewihe.com/) The Lewihe Play is the latest 3D printer to hit the market, yet it's making more of an impact that many would have expected considering just how flooded the market has become. Priced at approximately $77, it's by far the cheapest 3D printer out there. Lewihe Play is just one example of how affordable technology can get once it has been around long enough. Originating from Alicante, Spain, the Lewihe Play 3D printer comes in the form of a kit and is geared towards people who want to customize and build their own machine. What makes it so affordable is the fact that it ships without several key components in order to allow buyers to equip it with their own preferred parts. The kit can also ship to an authorized dealer to be assembled for those who don't want to get their hands dirty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Affordable 3D Printers:** Opportunity to disrupt the 3D printing industry by offering cheaper alternatives to attract a wider range of customers. - **Customizable 3D Printer Kits:** Disruptive potential to tap into the market of DIY enthusiasts who want to build and customize their own 3D printers. - **Democratization of Technology:** Innovation opportunity to make advanced technology more accessible and affordable for a larger audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **3D Printing:** Potential for disruption through the development of affordable 3D printers that can reach a wider consumer base. - **DIY Electronics:** Opportunity to disrupt the market by providing customizable kits for electronics enthusiasts to build their own devices. - **Consumer Electronics Retail:** Potential for disruption by offering affordable technology products that cater to budget-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beginner-Friendly 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmaker-smart-3d-printer.md) - [Entry-Level 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kokoni-ec2.md) - [Consumer-Grade 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k1-max.md) - [Affordable 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ankermake-m5.md) - [Compact 3D Wood Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulzbot-mini-2.md) - [Budget-Friendly 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-a530.md) - [Screenless 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ankermake-m5c.md) - [Accessible 3D Wood Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digilab-3d20.md) - [Miniature AI-Powered Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a1-mini.md)