Bambu Lab has officially announced the launch of its new H2S 3D printer, scheduled for August 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM CEST. The news was revealed with a simple “Save the Date” on the company’s official website and amplified on X (formerly Twitter), sparking excitement across the 3D printing community.
Positioned as a leaner, more accessible alternative to the powerful H2D, the H2S introduces a single-nozzle design paired with an A1 print head featuring an integrated camera. According to early discussions in online forums, the machine will likely maintain a generous build volume, with improvements in how the print bed is utilized-while trading off some extrusion flow compared to its dual-nozzle sibling.
What we know so far about the Bambu Lab H2S
The H2S is already generating buzz among makers and professionals, who see it as a more affordable gateway into Bambu Lab’s high-end ecosystem. Its single-nozzle setup and A1 head with built-in camera are aimed at combining precision, reliability, and a streamlined workflow. The integration of camera-assisted monitoring means real-time calibration and quality control without additional hardware, while compatibility with A1 nozzles suggests greater print bed coverage, albeit at reduced extrusion flow compared to the H2D.
This design choice simplifies maintenance, lowers complexity, and will likely drive down costs without stripping away the advanced engineering that has made the H2 series stand out in the market.
The H2S follows a familiar playbook for Bambu Lab. After launching the premium X1 Carbon, the company rolled out the P1P and P1S, streamlined versions that broadened adoption without losing core functionality. Now, the H2S looks set to serve as an “H2D lite”, delivering high performance at a more approachable price point by dropping advanced extras such as dual extrusion and laser modules.
The countdown has begun: on August 26, Bambu Lab will reveal the full specs, pricing, and accessories for the H2S. For the 3D printing community, this launch is also a strategic lead-up to Formnext 2025, the industry’s biggest additive manufacturing event, where Bambu Lab is expected to further showcase its roadmap for next-gen machines.
