eSUN PLA+ vs Prusament PETG — Which Should You Buy?

Side-by-side comparison of eSUN PLA+ and Prusament PETG. We compare specs, performance, and value to help you decide.

Updated 2026-03-09 Independently reviewed
eSUN PLA+

eSUN PLA+

8.8/10
$22 /one-time
VS
Prusament PETG

Prusament PETG

9.2/10
$35 /one-time

Feature Comparison

Feature eSUN PLA+ Prusament PETG
Material PLA+ PETG
Diameter Tolerance ±0.05mm ±0.02mm
Print Temp 205-225°C 230-250°C
Bed Temp 60°C 85-90°C
Tensile Strength 55 MPa 52 MPa
Flexibility Rigid Semi-flexible
Spool Size 1kg 1kg
Density 1.24 g/cm³ 1.27 g/cm³
Shrinkage Minimal Low
Storage Dry Dry, sealed

eSUN PLA+

Pros

  • Great value
  • Stronger than PLA
  • Easy to print
  • Good layer adhesion
  • Wide availability
  • Consistent

Cons

  • ±0.05mm tolerance
  • Less precise than Prusament

Prusament PETG

Pros

  • ±0.02mm tolerance
  • Minimal stringing
  • Strong
  • Consistent
  • Clean prints
  • Premium quality

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Limited colors

Our Verdict

eSUN PLA+

The best value filament for most makers—PLA+ benefits at PLA prices.

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Prusament PETG

The best PETG when precision and consistency matter most.

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Our Methodology

We test each filament for print quality, layer adhesion, and real-world performance. No manufacturer has editorial influence.

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