Reddit mentions of REPRAPGURU DIY RepRap Prusa I3 V2 Black 3D Printer Kit With Molded Plastic Parts USA Company

It's not, the A8 uses a keystone frame made of three interlocking pieces of acrylic, while this is made with a single plate with braces attached in the back. It's a subtle difference, but the spacing of the individual components means this unit will be incompatible with an AM8 build without additional parts, at which time you might as well just start from scratch. Given the OP is calling this an "i3 v2," I'm willing to bet this started life as a RepRapGuru i3v2, which went on sale on Amazon last year a fair number of times for under $200, and was heavily modified from there.

The alexa only deals have started. "alexa order a 3d printer" will get you this printer for $237.30. It gets great reviews but someone let it slip that they offer free filament if you give it a 5 star review. Seems pretty shady but also seems like a good price. I'm not vouching for anything, just passing along the info.

edit - i should add that this is a kit, not an assembled printer

Is this a decent one?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KCYKNZ0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_LCGKAb14XYBM6

It's what came up when I searched the name on Amazon

I recently bought a RepRap from Amazon during the prime Day sale.
It's a RepRap Prussia I3 V2

Is everything on this printer ready to go? Or do I need to order any upgraded parts to get it to run correctly? I know a lot of printers need a part or two to run safely and accurately (MOSFET controller, different heated bed, etc.)

What's everything I will need to get up and printing? What software should I get (preferably free) to do the modeling?

Hello Everyone!

I am a Master's student studying material science and I am looking for a printer I can use for projects and to help my studies.

FAQ Questions first:
What is your price range?
~$500 or less

What do you intend to do with the printer?
General Printing of objects to assist in my studies. I would prefer a printer that is able to use multiple materials.

Are you interested in assembling a kit or would you prefer to purchase an assembled printer?
Does not matter to me. I do think a printer that adding features to would be neat to have.

Did you read this FAQ?
Yes I did.

I am looking mainly for a smaller printer as I will be keeping it in my apartment. I was looking at this Reprapguru on amazon that is on sale but know nothing about it.

General advice is much appreciated!

I This is pretty close to mine. It’s not the exact same one, but they’re all based off the same open source design. You usually have to assemble them. It takes a while, but you really get to know how it works.