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5 Best 3D Printing Shops in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Brad Smith
By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 7 min read

3D printing shops in Johannesburg split two ways: shops that print your file for you, and shops that sell you the printer and filament to do it yourself. The businesses on this page cover both, and between them they've picked up more than 500 Google reviews, with the top-rated pick sitting at a full 5.0. Knowing which kind of shop you actually need saves a wasted trip.

Short answer: DC 3D Printers (Makers Hub) in Boksburg holds the strongest combination of rating and volume at 4.9 stars across 141 Google reviews, while The South 3DP and Taito 3D Printing are true print-on-demand bureaus that will design and print a part for you rather than sell you the machine. If you just need equipment and filament, 3D Printing Store Boksburg is the most-reviewed retail option in the city.
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Johannesburg's 3D Printing Shops Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 3D Printing Store Boksburg 4.4 281 Printer & filament retail View ›
2 DC 3D Printers (Makers Hub) 4.9 141 Highest-rated with strong volume View ›
3 Taito 3D Printing 4.8 65 Print-on-demand & prototyping View ›
4 The South 3DP 5.0 23 Custom parts & one-off jobs View ›
5 Tech UP 3D 4.3 34 Laser engraving & CNC alongside printing View ›
5 Best 3D Printing Shops in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

3D Printing Store Boksburg logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

3D Printing Store Boksburg

4.4281 Google reviews

3D Printing Store Boksburg is a walk-in retailer selling 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, filament, resin and accessories from brands including Creality, Bambu Lab, xTool and Anycubic, with a second Centurion location and nationwide online delivery. It is primarily a hardware and supplies shop rather than a print-on-demand bureau, though staff have helped customers troubleshoot machines and complete one-off print jobs in store. It's the most-reviewed 3D printing business in Johannesburg by a wide margin.

What people praise

  • Staff described as patient and helpful in guiding first-time buyers through machine choices
  • Reviewers praise fast turnaround when sourcing hard-to-find parts like print beds
  • Reviewers note competitive pricing versus importing parts directly
  • Owner responds to and resolves customer service issues raised in reviews

Worth knowing

  • Primarily a retailer of printers and supplies, not a print-on-demand service, so bring your own machine or plan to buy one
  • At least one reviewer described a mistake during a repair that was later resolved after a follow-up call
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume281 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown68% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear volume leader in Johannesburg's 3D printing scene, but it's a hardware and filament retailer first. Go here to buy a printer or supplies, not to have a one-off part printed for you.

3 Romeo St, Hughes, Boksburg, 1459

DC 3D Printers (Makers Hub) logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

DC 3D Printers (Makers Hub)

4.9141 Google reviews

DC 3D Printers, trading as Makers Hub, runs a Boksburg location selling 3D printers, filament and related supplies, and also takes on custom print jobs and imported parts for customers. The site describes an active WhatsApp community group where staff and other users help newcomers troubleshoot. Reviewers name specific staff members repeatedly and describe a shop built around hands-on customer support rather than just retail transactions.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently name staff by name for patient, knowledgeable help
  • Praised for going out of their way on custom or imported orders, including one reviewer who received a courier delivery to save time
  • Active WhatsApp support community for troubleshooting after purchase
  • Coffee bar and in-store hangout space mentioned positively by repeat customers

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the top retail name on this list, though ratings are consistently high
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume141 · 92nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown90% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The best combination of rating and proven volume on this page. Reviewers describe a shop that supports customers well after the sale, which matters if you're new to 3D printing.

Unit 19, Airborne Business Park, Taljaard Rd, Bartlett, Boksburg, 1459

Taito 3D Printing logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Taito 3D Printing

4.865 Google reviews

Taito 3D Printing is a Braamfontein-based print-on-demand service where customers send in a digital design and receive a finished, physical part, commonly used for prototyping, product development and small-scale manufacturing. Run by Phathwa, the business offers material selection guidance and post-processing finishing like sanding and painting, with turnaround as fast as 24 hours. Reviewers describe both personal projects and product-development work.

What people praise

  • Reviewers highlight a dimension-check step before printing that catches design flaws early
  • Free reprints offered when a part had a minor visible flaw
  • Fast communication, with one reviewer noting replies within about two hours
  • Custom, creative projects like a Lego-inspired gift praised for quality and finish

Worth knowing

  • Smaller, newer review base than the retail names above it on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume65 · 86th
Confidenceearly
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest print-on-demand option here if you need a finished part rather than a printer of your own. Reviewers consistently point to careful quality checks before and after printing.

Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, 41 Juta St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017

The South 3DP logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

The South 3DP

5.023 Google reviews

The South 3DP is a Glenvista-based 3D printing and design service run by Lance, offering CAD design, FDM printing and mould-making for custom parts, replacement components and one-off projects. Reviewers describe requests ranging from a cooling-unit housing to replacement mag wheels and patio grommets no longer commercially available. It holds a perfect rating on this page, on the smallest review base of the businesses here.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe Lance going beyond the original request to solve the underlying problem
  • Praised for saving customers money versus sourcing discontinued or imported parts
  • Fast turnaround reported, including same-day design work for an urgent request
  • Every review on file is a five-star rating

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review base on this list, so weigh the perfect rating against that smaller sample
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume23 · 75th
Confidenceearly
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for genuinely custom, one-off parts, especially replacements for things no longer manufactured. The perfect rating is real but rests on a small number of reviews so far.

9 Laubscher St, Glenvista, Johannesburg South, 2091

Tech UP 3D logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Tech UP 3D

4.334 Google reviews

Tech UP 3D is a Johannesburg retailer selling 3D printers, laser engraving machines, fiber lasers and CNC equipment, including brands like Creality and Laserpecker, with an online store and physical location. It holds the lowest rating on this page and, notably, is not Google-verified as a claimed business listing. Reviews are sharply split between customers who describe strong support after buying multiple machines and customers who describe serious after-sales problems.

What people praise

  • Some reviewers report good training and support after buying laser or 3D printing equipment
  • One repeat customer described buying four machines and being highly satisfied

Worth knowing

  • Several detailed reviews describe unresolved after-sales problems, delayed communication or difficulty reaching the business once a purchase was made
  • Listing is not verified as claimed on Google, so contact information and hours may be less reliably maintained
  • Confirm return and warranty terms in writing before buying, given the mixed feedback
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume34 · 81st
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown79% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ranks last here on both rating and reliability of the after-sales experience described in reviews. If you're set on this shop, get warranty and support terms in writing before you pay.

5 Conrad Dr, johannesburg, Johannesburg, 2194

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg 3D printing businesses. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 built on well over a hundred reviews carries more weight than a 5.0 built on two dozen. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does 3D printing cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

None of the businesses on this page publish a fixed per-part or per-hour 3D printing price online. Cost for a print-on-demand job depends heavily on material, print time, size and finishing, while buying your own printer is a separate, larger cost depending on the brand and build volume. Ask for a quote based on your specific file or project before committing.

Serving Johannesburg and the East Rand

The shops above cover central Johannesburg, including Braamfontein and Glenvista, as well as Boksburg on the East Rand. Searching for a 3D printing shop near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option, whether you need a part printed or a printer of your own.

What to ask before you use a 3D printing shop

  • Do you print parts on demand, or do I need to bring or buy my own printer?
  • What materials do you work with, and which is right for my project’s strength or finish needs?
  • What’s the turnaround time, and does that change for a rush job?
  • Is post-processing like sanding, painting or coating included in the quote?
  • What happens if a part comes out with a flaw, do you reprint it at no extra cost?
  • If I’m buying equipment, what warranty and support do you offer after the sale?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these 3D printing shops?

We started from 3D printing businesses in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

What’s the difference between a 3D printing shop and a printer retailer?

A print-on-demand shop like Taito 3D or The South 3DP designs or prints your file for you and hands over a finished part. A retailer like 3D Printing Store Boksburg or Tech UP 3D sells you the printer, filament and supplies to print it yourself. Some businesses, like DC 3D Printers, do both.

How much does 3D printing cost in Johannesburg?

None of the shops here publish a fixed price online, since cost depends heavily on the material, size and finishing your project needs. Ask each business for a quote based on your specific file or project.

The bottom line

DC 3D Printers offers the strongest mix of rating and proven volume, and handles both retail and custom print jobs. If you specifically need a finished part rather than a printer, Taito 3D and The South 3DP are the dedicated print-on-demand options. Confirm which kind of service you need before you call.

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