Bambu Lab A1 Combo Wins Parents' Award 2026

Endorsed by Experts, Loved by Children

A panel of independent psychologists, physiotherapists, industry journalists, and celebrity parents put every submitted product through a full-day, hands-on assessment. Their verdict speaks directly to why you should choose Bambu.

The Bambu Lab A1 Combo has received the "Parents' Award 2026" in the "Educational Aid" category.

Organised by Zabawkowicz, one of the most important authorities in the Polish and Central European children's industry, the Parents' Award is a quality mark granted twice a year by a panel that includes psychologists, physiotherapists, industry journalists, and well-known parents.

The award granted to Bambu Lab A1 Combo validated the reasons why families, educators, and makers choose Bambu Lab. It’s the reliability, ease of use, repeatable results, as well as simply the ability to turn creative ideas into something real.

This year's 23rd edition of the Toy of the Year competition was exceptional - marking the first time in the competition's history that a 3D printer, the Bambu Lab A1 Combo, won in the educational aids category.

The jury recognized that the A1 Combo is not a single-purpose device, but a versatile creative platform. It supports projects across all levels of complexity - from simple figurines to advanced educational models.

Its role in building future-ready skills was explicitly highlighted: 3D modelling, logical thinking, and problem-solving in line with the STEAM approach. Independent experts, evaluating without bias, reached the same conclusion that the Bambu Lab community already holds: this technology belongs in the hands of the next generation.

The goal of entering the competition was to reach parents who had heard about 3D printing but had never had the opportunity to see what this technology could offer their child - whether for homework, school projects, or simple creative play on the weekend.

The machine's approachability, the immediacy of results, and its ability to turn creative thinking into something children could hold in their hands: the experts saw all of this firsthand.

The Parents' Award serves as a credible, independent confirmation that the Bambu Lab A1 Combo is ready for everyday use at home and can be operated by children under parental supervision.

During the final event, the jury and their children tested all submitted products in practice throughout the day. With the Bambu Lab A1 Combo, children could see how a finished object - a gadget, an educational model, or a puzzle component - is created from a spool of filament.

The event also featured the Bambu Lab P2S Combo printer and CyberBrick kits, which combine 3D printing with electronics and programming, supported by Bambu Studio software and the Bambu Handy app.

The printer's entry into the competition was submitted by Botland - the largest Bambu Lab reseller in Poland and one of the top five in Europe, also serving the Czech market.

Image via Parents' Award 2026 & Botland

Botland was founded in 2010 by two students of Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Szymon Mońka and Bartosz Derkacz. Today, Botland is a big Polish company specializing in the distribution of electronic equipment, minicomputers, robotics and mechanical components, building automation systems, and 3D printing solutions.

The award is also further proof that choosing Bambu Lab is always the right decision. Whether the printer is used in a professional design studio, a school lab, or a child's bedroom - Bambu Lab products set the standard.

And it's not just about the hardware.

The broader Bambu ecosystem - from Bambu Studio and Bambu Handy to MakerWorld and associated platforms - gives every user the tools and support they need to go further.

MakerWorld is a thriving platform where creators worldwide share, discover, and remix thousands of print-ready models. Maker's Supply is a dedicated platform offering a wide range of accessories for toy assembly, including amazing CyberBrick components. Maker's Lab brings together a broad collection of beginner-friendly design tools, giving young creators plenty of options to find the software that suits them best.

Together, this creates an excellent environment for children and their parents, making it easy to take their first steps into the world of 3D printing - The Bambu Experience.

The Parents' Award 2026 is an achievement, but also another step along the way. Further initiatives and events aimed at families are already planned - because we firmly believe technology that transforms education should be accessible to everyone.

All photos courtesy of Parents' Award 2026 [Nagroda Rodziców] & Botland . All right reserved.

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