Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs X1E
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and X1E are not direct competitors: very different prices (~6.3×). Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus costs less (~€405) and is the entry-level choice; X1E offers more capability at a higher price (~€2550). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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X1E
Bambu Lab
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | ~2400–2700 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 16 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 1350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 100 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 7 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 256 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | — | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 320 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The printer runs Marlin firmware with an open G-code protocol, compatible with any slicer like Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D. Artillery Slicer is a customized version of Cura with optimized profiles. WiFi connectivity allows file transfer via a dedicated app but doesn't support a full web interface. Input shaping and pressure advance are preconfigured and factory-tuned, reducing initial calibration. | The X1E works with Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer, which handles slicing, automatic calibration, and remote monitoring via the Bambu Handy app. Orca Slicer, an open-source Bambu Studio fork with dedicated profiles, is also supported. The firmware is proprietary; Klipper is not natively supported. The printer can run in LAN-only mode, operating fully without an internet connection through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs X1E 2550 € — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+530%)
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs X1E 256 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+56%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs X1E 256×256 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+37%)
- Max bed temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 100 °C vs X1E 120 °C — X1E wins (+20%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300 °C vs X1E 320 °C — X1E wins (+7%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value price, maximum z height and work area. «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.»
Choose X1E if…
you value max bed temperature and max nozzle temperature. «A heated bed reduces the thermal gradient between the part and the environment, limiting warping and delamination. Up to 60 °C covers PLA and flexible materials. Between 80 and 110 °C it enables PETG, ABS, and ASA. Above 110 °C it is necessary for PC and high-temperature technical materials. Bed temperature should be evaluated alongside nozzle temperature: a high-rated bed adds little value if the nozzle cannot reach the corresponding threshold.»
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