30 Best 3D Prints on Thingiverse – Most Popular Models
If you are looking to get started with 3D printing, there are lots of models you can get from Thingiverse to start your 3D printing journey.
I have compiled a list of the best 30 3D prints you can get from Thingiverse. You can go ahead and download them or share this list with friends.
1. 3D Benchy – The Jolly 3D Printing Torture Test
The 3D Benchy is a popular miniature boat designed by Creative Tools to test the capabilities of your 3D printer.
It was designed to test the dimensional accuracy, warping, deviation, and tolerance of your printer in a short timeframe. Also, it shows how your printer copes with overhangs and bridges, retraction, and E-steps.
There are multiple 3D Benchy files, one which is a single 3D Benchy, or broken down into single parts to assemble later.
- Designed by: CreativeTools
- Number of downloads: 2,870,000+
- You can find the 3D Benchy at Thingiverse.
2. V29 Whistle
The V29 is basically a whistle. This 3D printed whistle can attain a high pitch of about 118 dB. It was designed to be very durable.
The designer stated that the model can be printed without supports with the flat sides positioned on the hotbed. He also recommended printing the model at a 100% infill density and a layer height of 0.2mm.
- Designed by: jzisa
- Number of downloads: 971,000+
- You can find the V29 Whistle at Thingiverse.
3. Digital Sundial
Unlike regular sundials that display time with the direction of its shadow, this sundial displays the time using actual digits. This Digital Sundial has been designed to only let in sun rays at the right angles to display the actual time using the sundial’s shadow.
This digital sundial can display time between 10 am and 4 pm, updating every 20mins.
You can adjust the time by rotating the gnomon, especially if you want to compensate for daylight savings.
The designer recommended printing the model with ABS since PLA might deform under sun heat. He also recommended printing the gnomon at 0.1mm layer height, else there will error in the digits displayed.
Check out the video made by the original designer.
- Designed by: Mojoptix
- Number of downloads: 714,000+
- You can find the Digital Sundial at Thingiverse.
4. Self Watering Planter
Gardening enthusiasts will definitely love this model. This Self Watering Planter is a two-part model that consists of the Pot (the container for the plant) and the reservoir that feeds the plant water.
The designer recommended printing the model at a layer height of 0.3mm and an infill density of 10%. He also stated that the model can be printed without supports.
- Designed by: parallelgoods
- Number of downloads: 425,000+
- You can find the Self Watering Planter at Thingiverse.
5. Modular Mounting System
People who are heavy phone users will definitely love this model. This mounting device can be used to secure your phone in place without you having to hold it.
The mounting system is designed to be modular to provide flexibility, as a result, it is also compatible with small cameras. The clamp is much compatible with devices that are about 55-95mm wide.
The designer recommended printing the parts with supports and at the current orientation to save filament.
He also stated that only the phone clamp should be assembled with the 3D printed bolt.
- Designed by: HeyVye
- Number of downloads: 278,000+
- You can find the Modular Mounting System at Thingiverse.
6. Headphone Stand
This Headphone stand by MakerBot is a full-sized stand for docking your headphones. The model is easy to print and does not require any form of assembly.
The designer also stated that the model does not require any form of assembly.
- Designed by: MakerBot
- Number of downloads: 827,000+
- You can find the Headphone Stand at Thingiverse.
7. 1.75mm Filament Clip
This tiny model will help keep your printing area from looking messy. The filament clip snaps to spools and holds the end of the filament to prevent it from unraveling.
The designer stated that the model includes several iterations that are compatible with spools from the following suppliers:
- eSUN
- SUNLU
- Inland
- Amazon Basic
- Colorfabb
- Atomic Filament
- Filamentum
- HATCHBOX
One user said it printed fast and fit his Inland spool of filament perfectly.
- Designed by: walter
- Number of downloads: 635,000+
- You can find the 1.75mm Filament Clip at Thingiverse.
8. Cute Mini Octopus
Kids will definitely love this Cute Mini Octopus. The Cute Mini Octopus is an articulated model that can move along its joints to the delight of kids.
The designer recommended printing the model without additional supports. He also recommended enabling the “Print Thin Wall” setting when printing the replacement tentacles.
- Designed by: McGybeer
- Number of downloads: 820,000+
- You can find the Cute Mini Octopus at Thingiverse.
9. The Hive – Modular Hex Drawers
This honeycomb-themed model is a set of customizable drawers that can be used to store miniature objects. The drawers are assembled using an interlocking system to keep themselves in place.
The designer stated that he printed his model at a 0.3mm layer height and an infill density of 5%. They can also be printed without supports.
- Designed by: OED
- Number of downloads: 556,000+
- You can find the Hive – Modular Hex Drawers at Thingiverse.
10. All in One 3D Printer Test
Just like the 3D Benchy, this is also another popular model for 3D printing enthusiasts. The model is a calibration print that helps test your printer’s ability to print overhangs, holes, and bridging.
The designer recommended printing the model at 100% infill density with no supports. He also stated that if you experience missing texts on your prints using Cura, you can enable the “Use Thin Wall” setting to counter it.
- Designed by: majda107
- Number of downloads: 1,170,000+
- You can find the All in One 3D Printer Test at Thingiverse.
11. Stackable Battery Holders
This Battery holder helps to your batteries safe and reduce corrosion. It ensures you do not have batteries lying around in your workspace or living area if there are kids present.
It can easily be mounted on the wall or can sit on a table. The model is divided into three parts and can be easily assembled in no time, after printing.
The model is available in three sizes, depending on your battery. The sizes include AA, AAA, and C.
- Designed by: adoniram
- Number of downloads: 392,000+
- You can find the Stackable Battery Holders at Thingiverse.
12. Ender 3 Cable Chain
For people who make use of the Ender 3 printer and similar machines, this accessory is a must-have. This cable chain helps to guide and support the cables connected to your hotbed and hotend. It also helps to keep your cables tidy.
The designer stated that the model does not require any supports during printing. He also recommended using a higher printing temperature for printing, as lower temperatures can cause the part to break during assembly.
- Designed by: johnniewhiskey
- Number of downloads: 1,830,000+
- You can find the Ender 3 Cable Chain at Thingiverse.
13. Baby Groot
Fans of the Guardians of the Galaxy movie will love this model. The model has a huge resemblance to the original model from the movie. The Baby Groot model is available in two different poses. Also, the download files for the split model and the fully whole model are available in the download package.
The designer stated that the models come in two formats, one with a brim and another without. He also recommended printing the high-detail version of the model to capture the details of the model. But if your slicer crashes, you can print the lower-detail version.
Also, he recommended printing at a 20% minimum infill density with no supports.
- Designed by: Byambaa
- Number of downloads: 980,000+
- You can find the Baby Groot at Thingiverse.
14. Nut Job | Nut, Bolt, Washer, and Threaded Rod
This model is simply a collection of 8mm diameter nuts, bolts, rods, and wing nuts that can replace their conventional metal counterparts.
The designer stated that some default parameters like the nut’s outer diameter are deliberately slightly larger than the bolt diameter to produce a snug fit that can still be hand-tightened.
He also recommended printing at slow speeds and a 100% infill density with 2mm brims for best results. Also, he stated that printing more than one model at a time helps to improve layer cooling.
- Designed by: mike_mattala
- Number of downloads: 446,000+
- You can find the Nut Job at Thingiverse.
15. Venus Box
The Venus Box model is a simple container that opens and closes and can be used to store personal valuables. The model is based on the Venus fly trap plant based on how it opens and closes.
The designer recommends printing the cam and doors at 0.2mm layer height with rafts at 20% infill.
He also recommended trimming the triangular nuggets off the door hinges, or else it would cause the doors to lock in or cause the assembly to come apart when opening.
Here is a video on how to assemble the Venus Box.
- Designed by: Propt0yp1cal
- Number of downloads: 546,000+
- You can find the Venus Box at Thingiverse.
16. Frankenstein Switch Plate
The Frankenstein Switch Plate is a Halloween-themed switch plate for homes. It is a functional model that can replace your conventional light switches. The download files include the design for a 1, 2, and 3-paddle switch.
The designer stated that he printed the model with PLA at 0.2mm, 3 perimeter shells, and 20% infill. He also recommended printing the plate part a little hotter than normal to ensure good layer adhesion. All parts can be printed without supports.
- Designed by: LoboCNC
- Number of downloads: 278,000+
- You can find the Frankenstein Switch Plate at Thingiverse.
17. Labyrinth Gift Box
You can spice up the packaging of presents this Christmas by printing these labyrinth gift boxes in various sizes and colors. The labyrinth gift box can fit small items like money, candy, and so on, depending on its size.
The designer stated that this particular model has only one correct path (for entry and exit) and he also ensured that the gift box can slide easily past the correct exits.
- Designed by: sneakypoo
- Number of downloads: 581,000+
- You can find the Labyrinth Gift Box at Thingiverse.
18. Wireframe Skull Pencil Holder (For The Love of Dog)
Just like its name implies, the model is a pencil holder. Its design helps to spice up your work setup. It can also hold other stationery like pens, sharpeners, and so on,
The model helps to ensure that your work area is not littered with stationery. Also, it helps keep track of your stationery so that you can easily access it when needed.
The designer recommended printing with no supports and an infill percentage of 0% and was able to print without any hitches using the Cura slicer default settings.
- Designed by: philnelson
- Number of downloads: 625,000+
- You can find the Wireframe Skull Pencil Holder at Thingiverse.
19. XYZ 20mm Calibration Cube
This is also another popular calibration model used by 3D printer enthusiasts to test the printing capabilities of their 3D printers.
It basically tests the dimensional accuracy along the X, Y, and Z axis. Once the model is done printing, you can measure the dimensions of the axes and compare them to the original dimensions.
The designer recommended printing at a 30% infill density and 0.1mm layer height.
- Designed by: iDig3Dprinting
- Number of downloads: 2,200,000+
- You can find the XYZ 20mm Calibration Cube at Thingiverse.
20. Cellular Lamp
This mystical-themed model can be used as a decorative piece or a lampshade. The model is a fully whole assembly that can be printed in one go, without any need for assembly.
The designer recommended printing the model without supports, no infill, and a shell count of 3.
- Designed by: nervoussystem
- Number of downloads: 524,000+
- You can find the Cellular Lamp at Thingiverse.
21. Bag Clip – PLA Compatible
Anyone who has opened a bag of chips will testify about how hard it is to preserve the remaining chips when they are done eating. This model helps to prevent that. It prevents air from coming in contact with the contents of the bag, making it airtight.
This Bag Clip is available in three different sizes (65mm, 85mm, and 125mm). The designer stated that the model is optimized for a 0.4mm diameter nozzle and can be printed without supports. He recommended an infill density of between 30 – 40% and a Wall count of 2.
22. USB SD and MicroSD Holder for Wide USB Sticks
If you are tired of losing your SD Cards and USB sticks, then this model is for you. It can help keep your storage devices in one place where you can easily access them. This SD card and USB stick holder can house 8 wide USB sticks, 8 standard SD cards, and 15 microSD cards.
The designer recommended printing the model at a layer height of 0.3mm, a 10% infill density, and no supports.
- Designed by: Lalo_Solo
- Number of downloads: 109,000+
- You can find the USB SD and MicroSD Card Holder at Thingiverse.
23. Mechanical Quick Grab/Release Phone Stand
This Mechanical Phone stand is a functional model that helps to keep your phone in place. The stand allows multiple viewing angles and a mechanism that locks your phone in place when you let go and releases it when you grab the phone.
The designer stated that the stand works better with larger phones. He also stated that the entire design is printable except for the small extension spring used in assembling the stand.
- Designed by: Arron_mollet22
- Number of downloads: 602,000+
- You can find the Mechanical Quick Grab/Release Phone Stand at Thingiverse.
24. Curved Honeycomb Vase
Just like the name implies, the model is a curved vase with a honeycomb network on its exterior surface. The model is very appealing and can be used to decorate your workspace or living area. You can also decide to gift it to friends and loved ones, especially those who groom flowers. Also, the vase can be used to hold stationery.
- Designed by: eggnot
- Number of downloads: 550,000+
- You can find the Curved Honeycomb Vase at Thingiverse.
25. Save Pangolins
This model was generated to create awareness about the extinction of Pangolins. This Pangolin model is made up of flexible joints that grant the model freedom to move along its joints.
The model will need to be assembled once the parts are printed. The designer recommended a layer height of 0.15mm when printing the model.
- Designed by: amaochan
- Number of downloads: 348,000+
- You can find the Save Pangolins at Thingiverse.
26. The 3D Printed Marble Machine #3
This model is a 3D printed model of the popular marble machines. The path the marbles follow is based on a water slide concept. The marbles continue to run through the paths as long as the spiral tube at the center of the machine is rotated.
The designer recommended printing the model at 25% infill density and a 0.15mm layer height. He also stated that the model does not require supports or rafts during printing.
- Designed by: Tulio
- Number of downloads: 440,000+
- You can find the 3D Printed Marble Machine at Thingiverse.
27. Fillennium Malcon
Fans of the Star Wars movie will detect the resemblance between this model and the spaceship from the movie. The model is a replica of the Millennium Falcon spaceship.
You can gift the model to friends who are lovers of the Star Wars Movie or a decorative piece for your work or living space.
The designer recommended printing the model with rafts and no supports.
- Designed by: aaskedall
- Number of downloads: 424,000+
- You can find the Fillennium Malcon at Thingiverse.
28. Flexi Rex
Flexi Rex is based on the extinct T-Rex dinosaur. The model can be printed in one go without any need for assembly. Flexi Rex can make certain movements along its joints, much to the delight of kids.
The designer recommended printing at 15% infill and at a 0.2mm layer height for best results. The model can also be printed without supports, this would help save time and material.
29. Yet Another Machine Vise
This model is a 3D printed vise that can be used in workshops. The model can be used in place of the conventional metallic vise in workshops.
The Machine Vise requires no screw or any piece of hardware to assemble, the individual parts snap and clip into each other.
The designer recommended printing the model at an infill density of 35%, a layer height of 0.15mm (screws at 0.1mm), and no supports. He also stated that the printed his model with a 0.4mm nozzle.
Here is a video on how to assemble this Machine Vise.
- Designed by: TheGoofy
- Number of downloads: 278,000+
- You can find the Machine Vise at Thingiverse.
30. Baby Yoda
Baby Yoda is a very popular character among Star Wars movie lovers. The model is a miniature replica of the Baby Yoda character from the movie.
You can gift the Baby Yoda model to Star Wars fans or kids as toys.
The designer recommended printing the model at a layer height of 0.12mm and an infill density of 20%.
- Designed by: MarVin_Miniatures
- Number of downloads: 885,000+
- You can find the Baby Yoda at Thingiverse.