I probably get hate for this but I think it’s too easy to blame everything on capitalism. I think the lack of governance of big businesses is what is actually causing issues. The laws allow for exploitation and the infinite accumulation of wealth. Capitalism has to follow the laws…
My first printer was a I3 mega from anycubic and it tought me a lot about 3d printers. Even though I love my i3 mega I’d stil recommend a Bambu lab printer to newbies because of the reliability. I don’t like Bambu lab as a company but right now it’s hard to beat them reliability wise. Disclaimer: I’ve been out of the 3d printing community for some time and only speak for my own (outdated)experience.