# PETG vs ASA vs ABS: Which Filament Survives Outdoors

So you print an outdoor planter in PLA. Leave it in the sun for three months. And it's basically a puddle.

But which of the three heavy-hitters actually survives a real season? PETG, ASA, or ABS? The answer isn't what most makers think.

The material you pick isn't just about printing success. It's about whether your part survives January.

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