It is determined by three major factors, listed in order of importance: part geometry, material, and 3D printing method. In a nutshell, FDM is the least cost-effective method, followed by SLA (2-3 times more than FDM), SLS (2-3 times more than FDM), and DLP (3-4 times more than FDM).

Lead time varies depending on the 3D printing method you choose. It can be as short as one day