Artillery M1 Pro S1 vs Neptune 3 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery M1 Pro S1 and Neptune 3 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Artillery M1 Pro S1 if max print speed matters more; choose Neptune 3 Pro if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Artillery M1 Pro S1 scores 40/100 against 11/100 for Neptune 3 Pro.
| Parameter |
Artillery M1 Pro S1
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~295–350 € | ~199–259 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.7 × 38.9 × 49.4 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 8.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 260 mm | 225 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 260 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | — | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | — | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Requires external accessory | True | — |
| Maximum colors | — | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Artillery OS, a Klipper-based system. Compatible with standard slicers like Cura, PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer via G-code. Supports Wi-Fi transfer, SD card and touchscreen control. Compared to closed platforms, it allows advanced adjustment of printing parameters, but lacks a native cloud ecosystem and requires manual slicer configuration. | The operating system is based on the open-source Marlin firmware, ensuring broad compatibility and stability for the user. The printer is supported by major slicing software on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura and PrusaSlicer, for which official preset profiles or easily configurable community profiles exist. Operational management is handled via a practical removable capacitive touchscreen, featuring a simple interface for manual control and monitoring. The machine operates entirely offline, reading G-code files via a MicroSD card or direct USB cable connection, without any dependency on cloud services or wireless networks. |
The differences that matter
- Max print speed: Artillery M1 Pro S1 600 mm/s vs Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s — Artillery M1 Pro S1 wins (+233%)
- Price: Artillery M1 Pro S1 322.5 € vs Neptune 3 Pro 229 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+41%)
- Closed chamber: Artillery M1 Pro S1 yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
- Work area: Artillery M1 Pro S1 260×260 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm — Artillery M1 Pro S1 wins (+34%)
- Multicolor printing: Artillery M1 Pro S1 yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery M1 Pro S1 if…
you value max print speed, closed chamber and work area. «The rated maximum speed indicates the theoretical hardware limit, not the everyday working speed. Faster machines reduce print times on simple geometries, but real-world speed depends on material, geometry, required surface finish, and slicer settings. Values above 200–300 mm/s are meaningful only on machines with CoreXY kinematics, active input shaping, and a stiffened mechanical frame.»
Choose Neptune 3 Pro if…
you value price and maximum z height. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
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