The user expresses significant frustration with the "insane" amount of filament waste ("poop") generated during multi-color prints on the Bambu Lab A1, stating they feel like they're dumping half a spool weekly. They are looking for alternative printers with "less waste" features.
I've been using my **Bambu Lab A1** for about a year now. When I first got it, it worked pretty well and was super easy to get started with. Most of my prints came out great, and the overall setup experience was honestly one of the best I've had with a 3D printer. But as the machine ages, the small issues are starting to pile up. It’s not breaking down completely, but the maintenance is becoming a bit of a chore. My biggest gripe? **The filament poop.** The amount of waste filament during multi-color prints is honestly insane. I feel like I'm dumping half my spool into the trash bin every week. I’ve been looking at the **Creality SPARKX i7** lately. The videos make it look super plug-and-play, and the claimed less waste feature is really tempting. So I’m curious — **has anyone here actually bought one and used it for regular daily printing?** How does the reliability compare to something like the **Bambu Lab A1** or the **PRUSA MK4S**? I’d love to hear some real user experiences before seriously considering a switch.