Machine review
Bantam Tools NextDraw 8511 Review
The current successor to AxiDraw (Bantam Tools continued the IP). NextDraw 8511 is the flagship; ~$1,300 USD (derived from £1,037 at a UK reseller — verify USD). Also sells refurbished AxiDraw V3 and a handwriting bundle.
Specs at a glance
| Type | Pen plotter |
|---|---|
| Tier | Desktop / prosumer tier — suited to testing, hobby, and low-volume use |
| Brand | Bantam Tools |
| Price (USD) | approx. $1,300 (unverified) |
| Plot / write area | A4 / 8.5×11 |
| Auto-feed | No (manual feed) |
| Pen types | Almost any pen |
| Software | AxiDraw-compatible toolchain |
| OS | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| API | Yes |
| Throughput | Single-sheet; professional |
| Best for | Business / production |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Actively sold and supported (vs discontinued AxiDraw)
- AxiDraw-compatible software
- Professional build
Cons
- USD price needs verification
- No auto-feed for bulk mail
Specs and price last checked June 17, 2026. A "~" or "unverified" note means the figure came from a third party or a non-USD source — confirm with the vendor before buying.