Artillery Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~3.7×). Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer costs less (~€285) and is the entry-level choice; Max4 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1049). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–320 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 340 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 800 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | — | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with any slicer that generates standard G-code, such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Simplify3D, IdeaMaker. The machine uses open-source Marlin 2.0 firmware with no proprietary locks. The communication protocol is standard USB serial, not GRBL, with profiles widely documented by the community. | The machine natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer 285 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer wins (+268%)
- Work area: Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer 300×300 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+69%)
Which one to choose
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