Artillery M1 Pro S1 vs Qidi Tech X-Smart 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
M1 Pro S1 is the best value for money in its class. M1 Pro S1 leads on the available specs (starting with work area); X-Smart 3 makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, M1 Pro S1 scores 64/100 against 48/100 for X-Smart 3.
| Parameter |
M1 Pro S1
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Smart 3
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~319–349 € | ~350–450 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 37 × 36.2 × 39.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 10.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 175 × 180 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 170 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 350 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 175 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 170 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | True | True |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | False |
| Max colors | — | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Native Klipper firmware with Moonraker API. Recommended web interfaces: Mainsail or Fluidd. Compatible with standard slicers: UltiMaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer, IdeaMaker, Simplify3D. No proprietary software required. Unlimited root access: the user can modify configurations without restrictions. | The QIDI X-Smart 3 is primarily managed via QIDI Slicer, a proprietary software based on the latest versions of PrusaSlicer, optimized to fully leverage the machine's high speeds and CoreXY structure. The interface offers both a beginner mode and an advanced mode for granular control of parameters. The printer comes with pre-installed Klipper firmware, allowing advanced users direct access to the Fluidd web interface for real-time monitoring, calibration, and macro customization. Nevertheless, compatibility is guaranteed with the most popular third-party slicing software, including Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, and standard PrusaSlicer, ensuring a flexible and adaptable workflow. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Best value Intermediate
At €334 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 72 intermediate Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines, with a technical score of 64/100.
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The differences that matter
- Work area: M1 Pro S1 260×260 mm vs X-Smart 3 175×180 mm — M1 Pro S1 wins (+115%)
- Price: M1 Pro S1 334 € vs X-Smart 3 400 € — M1 Pro S1 wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose M1 Pro S1 if…
you value work area and price. It is the best value for money in its class.
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