What a roll of filament really costs in Australia right now
Prices for standard 1kg filament rolls are bunched around $12 to $16 a roll in November 2026. Here is how to compare deals fairly, what to skip and when buying in bulk is worth it.
If you have bought filament lately, you will have noticed the price on the page rarely matches what you pay. Sales, bulk boxes, codes and shipping all change the real cost. Here is what Australian listings looked like in early November 2026, and how to work out a fair price.
The going rate for everyday filament
For standard PLA and PETG in 1kg rolls, current deals cluster between about $12 and $16 a kilo. A few examples from Australian listings and deal trackers:
| Seller | Material | Listed price |
|---|---|---|
| Jaycar (Slic3d brand) | PLA and PETG | $12.95 per 1kg roll (posted 5 November) |
| Bambu Lab AU store | Various | From $12.09 a roll, plus buy 10 get 1 free (sale runs to 1 December) |
| Anycubic AU | Selected materials | "As low as $12.4/KG" in its Black Friday sale |
| Elegoo (with a code) | PLA+ | $80 for 5 rolls, about $16 each (posted 24 October) |
Some older offers are still worth knowing about because they show where bulk pricing sits. Elegoo listed 10kg of basic PLA for $145 delivered (about $14.50 a kilo) in August. Fortis Filaments listed PLA, PETG, ABS and ASA from $11.99 a kilo in September. Check whether these are still live before you plan around them.
Specialty filament costs more
Standard rolls are cheap. Anything fancier climbs quickly. One deal tracker listed ASA at $17.99 a roll plus shipping, and an ASA carbon fibre roll at $38.95 (down from $44.95). Anycubic's own listing shows silk and matte PLA at around $19 and ABS or ASA in the high $20s at regular price, which is well above its sale rate for basic PLA.
If you are not sure which material suits your project, our guide to PLA, PETG and ASA will help you avoid paying extra for something you do not need.
How to compare deals fairly
- Work out the price per kilo. A 10 roll box at $159.99 delivered is about $16 a roll. A $12 roll with $10 postage is not a bargain.
- Add shipping. Some listings say "delivered" and others add freight at checkout.
- Check the code and the dates. Many discounts need a code, and several posts on deal sites do not state an end date.
- Check the roll weight. A 1kg roll is standard, but refills and mini rolls are priced differently.
- Look at the colour range. Cheap boxes are often limited to a few colours.
When bulk buying makes sense
A 10 roll box saves a few dollars per roll, but only if you will use it. Filament absorbs moisture over time, and PETG in particular can print badly after months in a humid shed. If you print a couple of rolls a year, buy two or three at a time. If you print weekly, a box of your main colour is sensible.
Also remember the filament is only part of the cost. A printer, spare nozzles and your time all add up. Our cost of 3D printing in Australia post covers the bigger picture, and our Black Friday post covers how to avoid sale traps.
Do you even need a roll?
If you only need one bracket, a replacement knob or a cosplay prop, buying a printer and a roll of filament is overkill. Gyroid can print a part for you, so you pay for the part rather than the kit. Send us your file or a description and we will tell you what it would cost.
Prices above come from retailer pages and deal trackers in early November 2026. They change often, so check the final checkout price before you buy.