LayerLocal

Get it printed by a maker near you. In days, not weeks.

Upload a 3D model, compare quotes from makers in your city, then pick it up or get it delivered.

Made in Canada
Independent makers in your own city.
No customs or duties
Printed and handed off locally.
Your file stays private
Only makers near you can open it.
Rated makers
Reviewed by customers after every order.
How it works

From file to part in three steps.

01

Upload your model

Drop an STL, 3MF or OBJ. Check the 3D preview, pick a material and post it.

02

Compare local quotes

Makers nearby send a price and a ready-by date. Pick the one that suits you.

03

Pick it up

Collect it from your maker or get it delivered, usually within days.

Why local

Down the street beats across the ocean.

Example: the same 50 g PETG part, delivered in Toronto.

LayerLocal
Delivery time
2–5 days
Printed in your city
All-in cost
$24 CAD
Print + local hand-off
Communication
Chat with your maker
Same time zone
If it’s not right
Report a problem
Sorted out locally
Overseas print services
Delivery time
2–4 weeks
Plus time held at customs
All-in cost
$51 CAD
Shipping, duties and brokerage
Communication
Support tickets
Often 12+ hours per reply
If it’s not right
Ship back and wait
Return postage is usually on you
Materials

The right plastic for the job.

PLA

Easy and affordable. Prototypes and decor.

Strength
Detail
Heat
PETG

Tough, water and heat resistant.

Strength
Detail
Heat
ABS

Impact resistant. Functional parts.

Strength
Detail
Heat
Resin

Ultra-fine detail, smooth finish.

Strength
Detail
Heat

Also available: ASA and TPU (flexible). Not sure? Let your maker choose.

For makers

Own a 3D printer? Earn with it.

Set your own prices and quote only on jobs that fit your printers.

Become a maker
  • Free to join
  • Jobs matched to your materials and area
  • Pickup, delivery or both, your call
FAQ

Questions, answered.

Anything else? Write to hello@layerlocal.ca.

What files can I upload?

STL, 3MF or OBJ, up to 100 MB. You’ll see a 3D preview with dimensions before you post.

Who can see my file?

Only makers near you who print your material. Files are never public.

How do quotes work?

Nearby makers send a price and a ready-by date. Compare by price or speed and accept the one you want.

What if something goes wrong?

Report a problem on your order and our team steps in to sort it out.

Do I pay customs or duties?

No. Every part is made and handed off inside Canada.

How do I become a maker?

Sign up as a maker, set your area, materials and hand-off options, and jobs near you show up in your feed.