Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus leads on the measurable specs (starting with price), while Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus shows no advantage of its own. Choose Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | ~300–400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 53.3 × 51.7 × 63.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 14.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 320 × 320 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 385 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 320 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400 mm | 385 mm |
| Kinematics | — | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Requires external accessory | — | 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 printer operates with Klipper firmware pre-installed on a 64-bit ARM processor, enabling advanced standard features like input shaping and pressure advance. The user interface is managed via a removable capacitive touchscreen and a dedicated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail) for remote control and monitoring via Wi-Fi or LAN connection. For file preparation, the machine is compatible with major slicers on the market, including Elegoo Cura (bundled by the manufacturer), UltiMaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus 350 € — Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus wins (+16%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus 320×320 mm — Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus wins (+14%)
- Max bed temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 100 °C vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus 110 °C — Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
Choose Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus if…
you value price, work area and max bed 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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