Material comparison
PLA vs PLA+
How PLA and PLA+ compare on strength, heat, ease of printing and price, and the cheapest reels of each in stock on Amazon UK and Eryone UK.
- typical PLA
- £13.99/kg
- typical PLA+
- £13.99/kg
PLA vs PLA+ at a glance
| Property | PLA | PLA+ |
|---|---|---|
| Nozzle | 190-230°C | 205-230°C |
| Bed | 35-60°C | 45-60°C |
| Enclosure | Not needed | Not needed |
| Heat resistance | 57°C | 54°C |
| Strength | 3 out of 5 | 4 out of 5 |
| Flexibility | 1 out of 5 | 1 out of 5 |
| UV resistance | 2 out of 5 | 2 out of 5 |
| Ease of printing | 5 out of 5 | 5 out of 5 |
| Absorbs moisture | Low | Low |
| Drying | 50°C, 6h | 50°C, 8h |
| Typical price | £13.99/kg | £13.99/kg |
| Cheapest in stock | £7.12/kg | £8.00/kg |
Ratings are out of 5. Temperatures and ratings are typical values from manufacturers' data sheets; prices are live from Amazon UK and Eryone UK.
Cheapest PLA per kg
Prices checked 6 Oct, 03:00–09:20 (UK time) and may change.We earn a small commission if you buy. Your price stays the same.
Cheapest PLA+ per kg
Prices checked 5 Oct, 03:03 – 6 Oct, 11:20 (UK time) and may change.We earn a small commission if you buy. Your price stays the same.
PLA vs PLA+: which should you buy?
Choose PLA+ if the part has to take load or knocks.
On price there's little in it: both typically cost about £13.99 per kilogram on Amazon UK and Eryone UK right now.
The figures are typical values from manufacturers' data sheets (Polymaker, Prusament, Bambu Lab); individual brands vary, so the range on the reel always wins.
Common questions
Is PLA+ stronger than PLA?
Generally, yes: PLA+ is tougher and less brittle than PLA, and holds its shape to about 54°C.
Is PLA or PLA+ cheaper in the UK?
They cost about the same per kilogram right now; the cheapest reels of each are listed on this page.
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