This printer is no longer sold new. It has been replaced by the Bambu Lab A1 Mini 2 →
No longer sold new — clearance and second-hand prices are at their lowest. The current replacement is the Bambu Lab A1 Mini 2 →
| Model/Config | Build Volume | Speed | Multicolor | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Mini (standalone) | 180×180×180 mm | 500 mm/s | No (AMS Lite sold separately) | Single-color entry printing. |
| A1 Mini Combo | 180×180×180 mm | 500 mm/s | 4 colors (AMS Lite included) | Multicolor on a budget. |
The Bambu Lab A1 Mini was Bambu's entry-level multicolor printer, released October 2023. It brought plug-and-play CoreXY-class speed and AMS Lite multicolor support (4 colors) to a compact bed-slinger form factor — now superseded by the A1 Mini 2.
The A1 Mini sets up in minutes with automatic calibration and Bambu's guided first-print workflow.
Up to 4 colors with the AMS Lite accessory — Bambu's filament switching system with minimal waste purging.
Fits on a desk or shelf without taking over your workspace, while still printing at 500 mm/s.
Budget-conscious beginners who want Bambu's ease of use and multicolor printing in a compact footprint.
The A1 Mini 2 has superseded it. Look for clearance deals on the original, but the A1 Mini 2 is the better long-term purchase.
The A1 Mini 2 adds improved first-layer calibration, a quieter motion system, and updated firmware. It is worth the slight price premium.