Specifically read through this thread, in which it is discussed that only small/simple prints can be done in PLA without significant modifications:
https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgr … bu0sxqcAIJ

I don't know anything about the 3D Touch, I just want to make sure your expectations are realistic regarding the 2X. Despite the high price tag, it is not a magically self-reliant machine. Also I am in general wary of buying a used anything.

And the reason you read mixed reviews is that in a 3D printer, there are dozens (if not hundreds) of possible points of failure. So some people receive machines that are perfectly assembled and calibrated and have no trouble using their machine and give it a good review. But some people receive a machine that has an assembly deficiency, or a faulty part, and the machine does not work for them as they expect, and they give it a bad review. Or else they do not have the background knowledge of an experienced user and become frustrated with their inability to use it, and they give it a bad review.

This goes back to what I was saying previously, you need to have realistic expectations for these machines. 3D printing is still very much a game for people willing to tinker. There simply are no machines under $10k that always come ready to print out of the box and need no maintenance or working knowledge. If you are technically competent and patient, the problems are conquerable and there are entire communities of people willing to help you. But if you are not much for troubleshooting or solving your own mechanical troubles, you probably aren't going to have a very good time.

On another note, is there a reason you're asking the Solidoodle community to help you pick between two non-Solidoodle printers?

I am on the verge of finally having the dough and green light for buying my first 3d printer.  I would love to spend the cash on the replicator 2x so I can do both abs pla and utilize the heated bed.  On the other hand, I have the opportunity to by a 1 year old 3d touch dual head non heated bed from a local contact.  Does anyone on here have either of these machines and if so can you tell me what you would choose?  I have read so many conflicting reviews about the 3d touch and how its slow and hard to calibrate.  Then I'll read a review that loves it!  Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Matt