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Different types of 3DP technology
| Types of 3DP technology | Advantages | Disadvantages | Cost |
| Stereo lithography | High-resolution | Needs post-curing | ++ |
| Selective laser sintering | High-productivity | Rough surface, high-cost | +++ |
| Fused deposition modeling | Low-cost | Low accuracy, time-consuming | + |
| Laminated object manufacturing | Fast production time | Limited material | + |
| Inkjet printing techniques | High-precision | Needs post-curing | + |
