I get asked this, from time to time, or see other people asking this question in help forums.

My answer is that there are as many price ranges for 3d printers as there are people using 3d printers. Some questions to consider:

• Will you be using the 3d printer for business or is it simply a hobby? If your ability to pay your mortgage depends on your 3d printer, I would advise that you invest a little more into it.
• What are your size/tolerance requirements? Larger machines and more accurate machines come with a larger pricetag, but this is one of those cases where you get what you pay for.
• What will your components be used for? If simply to check fit of some type of prototype, then you can probably get away with just getting a machine that prints in plastic or resin. If you need the part to function in an assembly, you might need to get a more expensive machine that can print with more durable materials.