EINSTAR has launched its May Sales for Makers promotion on the official EINSTAR US store and across regional stores, with discounts on its full lineup of handheld and standalone 3D scanners. The campaign covers the new EINSTAR Rockit pocket scanner, the EINSTAR 2 handheld, the original EINSTAR portable scanner, the EINSTAR VEGA wireless all-in-one, and the EinScan Rigil and EinScan Rigil Lite tri-mode laser scanners.
The May Sales for Makers campaign runs from May 14 to May 28, 2026, which leaves just 10 days remaining at the time of publication. Handheld 3D scanners are discounted between $200 and $314 in the US, and the wireless EINSTAR VEGA is $300 off. EINSTAR is positioned for makers, engineers, educators, designers, and 3D printing hobbyists, and is backed by SHINING 3D, which has more than 20 years of experience in 3D digitizing technology.
US sale pricing at a glance
The largest dollar saving in the US campaign is $314 off the original EINSTAR portable handheld scanner, taking it from $959 to $645. The wireless EINSTAR VEGA and the pocket-sized EINSTAR Rockit both drop by $200 to $300. All US pricing below is verified live on us.einstar.com at the time of publication.
| Scanner | Sale price | Regular price | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| EINSTAR (Portable Handheld) | $645 | $959 | $314 off |
| EINSTAR VEGA | $1,699 | $1,999 | $300 off |
| EINSTAR 2 | $999 | $1,249 | $250 off |
| EINSTAR Rockit | $1,699 | $1,899 | $200 off |
| EinScan Rigil Lite | From $3,499 | Not shown | Sale pricing live |
| EinScan Rigil | $4,999 | Not shown | Sale pricing live |
Handheld 3D scanners
EINSTAR’s handheld range is built around portable, easy-to-use scanners for 3D printing and scanning workflows, product design, and creative projects. Three models are on offer in the May Sales for Makers campaign.
EINSTAR Rockit, Sale $1,699 (was $1,899)
The newest pocket-sized handheld in the lineup. Wireless and compact enough to slip into a pocket, the Rockit is aimed at makers who want a small-format scanner that does not compromise on capture quality. SHINING 3D launched the Rockit in October 2025 alongside the EINSTAR 2 as a dual product release. For a full technical breakdown, see 3DPrinting.com’s coverage of the Best Professional 3D Scanners 2026 guide, where the Rockit is featured as a wireless prosumer pick.
EINSTAR 2, Sale $999 (was $1,249)
Positioned as “Still EINSTAR, Even Better.” A smarter, lighter, finer, and freer second-generation handheld designed for 3D printing, hobbyist projects, and entry-level professional use. The EINSTAR 2 sits at the most accessible price point of the handheld range during the sale and is featured in 3DPrinting.com’s Best 3D Scanners for Medium-sized Items 2026 roundup.
EINSTAR (original), Sale $645 (was $959)
The original EINSTAR portable 3D scanner, still in the catalog and now at its deepest discount in the campaign at $314 off. Suited to first-time 3D scanner buyers, educators, and makers who want a proven, well-documented entry into 3D scanning. Currently shown as Sold Out on the EU store. The original EINSTAR is also covered in the Best 3D Scanners for Medium-sized Items 2026 guide.
Standalone and wireless 3D scanners
For more demanding workflows, EINSTAR’s standalone and wireless range covers everything from on-site reverse engineering to professional industrial applications.
EINSTAR VEGA, Sale $1,699 (was $1,999)
A wireless all-in-one 3D scanner with an integrated display and onboard processing. The VEGA recently played a clinical role in the Formnext Cookie Award-winning 3DMyMask project, providing high-accuracy non-contact facial scanning for personalized silicone respiratory masks for premature infants. The $300 saving puts the VEGA at one of its lowest list prices to date. The VEGA appears in both the Best 3D Scanners for Large Objects 2026 and Best 3D Scanners for Medium-sized Items 2026 roundups, and has its own hands-on review on 3DPrinting.com.
EinScan Rigil Lite, Sale from $3,499
The lite version of EINSTAR’s standalone tri-mode laser line. Positioned as “Lite to Start. Light to Create.”, the Rigil Lite is the entry into Rigil’s wireless workflow at a lower price point than the full Rigil. SHINING 3D launched the Rigil Lite in April 2026 as a more accessible all-in-one scanner for professional users. Read the Rigil Lite launch coverage on 3DPrinting.com for the full feature breakdown.
EinScan Rigil, Sale $4,999
The world’s first tri-mode laser 3D scanner with built-in computing and a fully integrated wireless workflow. A February 2026 v1.2 firmware update added 25+25 crossed laser lines, up to 50% overall performance improvement, and up to 250% faster marker-free laser scanning on PC, with new standalone capabilities including marker-free scanning and multi-project alignment. Aimed at professional applications, particularly in the automotive sector. The EinScan Rigil is included in both the Best Professional 3D Scanners 2026 and Best 3D Scanners for Large Objects 2026 guides.
A note on EU pricing
The May Sales for Makers campaign also runs on the EINSTAR EU store, the UK store, and other regional stores. Verified EU sale pricing at the time of publication includes:
| Scanner | EU sale price | EU regular price |
|---|---|---|
| EINSTAR (Portable Handheld) | €774 | €1,022 (currently Sold Out) |
| EinScan Rigil | €5,999 | Not shown |
Pricing on the EINSTAR 2, EINSTAR Rockit, EINSTAR VEGA, and EinScan Rigil Lite varies by region. EU and UK readers should check the EINSTAR EU store and UK store for current sale prices in their local currency.
What EINSTAR offers makers
EINSTAR is the prosumer 3D scanner brand from SHINING 3D, with a stated focus on making professional-grade 3D scanning accessible to creators, engineers, educators, and 3D printing enthusiasts. The full lineup supports applications including 3D printing and personal manufacturing, heritage preservation and art, aftermarket and engineering, AR and VR digital content creation, healthcare, and education.
Buyers receive support through EINSTAR’s hassle-free after-sales service, including one-to-one video calls, a global support center, and software downloads via the EINSTAR support portal. US orders ship free, and the US store offers a 14-day no-hassle return policy.
Further reading on 3DPrinting.com
For deeper research into how EINSTAR scanners compare against competing brands, the following roundups and reviews are all useful starting points:
- Best 3D Scanners for Medium-sized Items 2026, featuring the EINSTAR, EINSTAR 2, and EINSTAR VEGA
- Best 3D Scanners for Large Objects 2026, featuring the EINSTAR VEGA and EinScan Rigil
- Best Professional 3D Scanners 2026, featuring the EINSTAR Rockit and EinScan Rigil
- Hands-on Review: Einstar VEGA Wireless 3D Scanner
- SHINING 3D Expands Entry-Level Lineup with EINSTAR Rockit and EINSTAR 2
- SHINING 3D Launches EinScan Rigil Lite
- SHINING 3D Unveils EinScan Rigil with Tri-Mode Scanning
- Full 3D Scanners archive on 3DPrinting.com
Sale summary at a glance
- Up to $314 off EINSTAR handheld 3D scanners in the US
- $300 off the wireless EINSTAR VEGA in the US
- Sale pricing live on the EinScan Rigil and Rigil Lite standalone tri-mode laser scanners
- EU pricing verified on the original EINSTAR (€774, currently Sold Out) and EinScan Rigil (€5,999)
- Campaign runs from May 14 to May 28, 2026, with 10 days remaining as of publication
- Available at the EINSTAR US Official Store, EU Official Store, UK Official Store, and Global Official Store
* Prices refer to base packages, are accurate at the time of publication on May 18, 2026, and are subject to change. Please refer to the official EINSTAR website for current pricing and availability in your region.
