Artillery Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer vs Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with price); Original 3-in-1 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2017 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–320 € | ~400–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 125 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 125 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 125 mm |
| Kinematics | — | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 250 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | — | False |
| Filament sensor | — | False |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | — | False |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Max colors | — | 1 |
| 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. | Natively compatible with Snapmaker Luban, the proprietary software specifically designed to manage the machine's three different functions within a single environment. The printer is based on standard Marlin firmware and supports G-code formats, allowing the use of third-party slicers like Cura or Simplify3D for 3D printing. For CNC and laser operations, it is possible to use external programs such as Autodesk Fusion 360, LaserGRBL, or LightBurn, exporting compatible toolpaths via the interface or USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer 285 € vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 625 € — Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer wins (+119%)
- Work area: Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer 300×300 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer wins (+476%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sidewinder SW-X2 3D Printer if…
you value price and work area.
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