3D Printing Hourly Rate Guide

Calculate an hourly rate that covers real costs and protects margin as you scale.

What most makers charge

A common operating range is around GBP 10 to GBP 15 per machine hour for standard FDM work, with higher rates for demanding materials, tight tolerances, or rush delivery.

Entry side-gig: GBP 6 to GBP 10 per hour
Consistent service: GBP 10 to GBP 15 per hour
Premium work: GBP 15 to GBP 25+ per hour

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Pricing note

Avoid charging by grams only. Hourly pricing protects against long jobs, supervision time, failures, and maintenance load.

Continue with How to Price 3D Prints and the Cost Per Gram Guide.