I was a long time Blender user before 3d printing. It’s main advantage is ease of ‘sketching’ a design. CAD is a bit too “constrained”…
The 3d printer is very versatile tool used for sailing kit mods or other practical objects. Sample items are light switch covers, a mast support for trailering, a solid main mast support for sailing taking around 1.5 tonnes of compression, flexible fuel tank vapour traps etc. Recently done some parts for a baja race car for friend.
I’m retired and have less time now than when I was working.