Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Neptune 3 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Neptune 3 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if max print speed matters more; choose Neptune 3 Pro if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus scores 39/100 against 11/100 for Neptune 3 Pro.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | ~199–259 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 225 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | — | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Maximum colors | — | 1 |
| 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 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 Sidewinder X4 Plus 500 mm/s vs Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+178%)
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs Neptune 3 Pro 229 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+77%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+78%)
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 280 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+43%)
- Input shaper: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value max print speed, work area and maximum z height. «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.»
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