• pro – wide variety of colours, cheapest and easiest method of printing
• cons – lowest resolution prints surface lines left behind

• pro – high resolution and accuracy, smooth finish
• cons – materials expensive and brittle not suitable for high temperatures

• pro – Printing tough and flexible parts with medium resolutions. Produce large quantities at low cost. Withstand high temperatures
• cons – texture similar to fine sandpaper

• pro – full colour prints. support structures not required
• cons – surface texture similar to fine sandpaper. Parts are brittle like a ceramic

• pro – high resolution and accuracy attainable
• cons – materials generally more expensive and brittle

• pro – brightest coloursand cheap paper materials
• cons – slow printing speed and hollow prints not possible