About PrintHive
We're building the marketplace that connects makers, engineers, and businesses with the 3D print shops best equipped to bring their ideas to life.
Our Mission
3D printing has the power to democratize manufacturing — putting the ability to create physical objects into the hands of anyone with an idea. But for most people, accessing that power still means searching through Reddit threads, emailing strangers, and hoping for the best.
PrintHive exists to change that. Our mission is to make high-quality 3D printing services as easy to access as ordering a ride or booking a hotel. We do that by building transparent infrastructure that connects customers with verified local shops — intelligently, securely, and simply.
Why We Built PrintHive
PrintHive was born out of a frustrating personal experience. One of our founders needed a small batch of custom brackets printed for a robotics project. What should have been a simple task turned into a two-week hunt — emailing shops cold, getting inconsistent quotes, and ultimately having no way to compare quality or reliability before spending money.
At the same time, print shop owners were struggling with the opposite problem: inconsistent order volume, customers who didn't understand pricing, and no reliable platform to grow their business. A talented shop owner an hour away had three printers sitting idle while our founder was still searching.
We built PrintHive to close that gap. A marketplace that respects both sides of the transaction — giving customers the transparency and confidence they need, and giving shop owners the steady, well-matched orders that make their business sustainable.
Our Values
Quality
We verify every shop on our platform and stand behind every order. Quality isn't a feature — it's the baseline.
Community
PrintHive is built on the 3D printing community. We champion hobbyists, makers, and shop owners equally.
Transparency
No hidden fees, no opaque algorithms. Pricing, matching criteria, and platform fees are always visible and honest.
Innovation
3D printing technology moves fast. We build systems that evolve with the industry so our users always have access to the latest capabilities.
Our Team
We're a small, fully remote team passionate about making 3D printing accessible to everyone. Our backgrounds span software engineering, manufacturing, design, and marketplace operations — united by a shared belief that local production is the future of custom manufacturing.
We're always looking for talented people who share our vision. If that sounds like you, check out our open positions.
Join the PrintHive community
Whether you're looking for a print or running a shop, there's a place for you on PrintHive.