Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs OrangeStorm Giga
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and OrangeStorm Giga are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.8×). Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus costs less (~€405) and is the entry-level choice; OrangeStorm Giga offers more capability at a higher price (~€3150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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OrangeStorm Giga
Elegoo
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | ~2800–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 122.4 × 120.4 × 142.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 104 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 800 × 800 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 1000 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 1530 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 800 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400 mm | 1000 mm |
| Kinematics | — | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.6 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Requires external accessory | — | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 4 |
| 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 system is powered by Klipper-based firmware, processed by a 64-bit quad-core SoC, enabling speeds up to 300 mm/s. Connectivity is comprehensive, offering USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi ports for the remote management of massive G-code files. The user interface is accessible via a generous 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, which is detachable from the chassis for comfortable positioning. The machine is best managed using the Elegoo Cura slicer but supports standard STL and OBJ formats, allowing broad workflow flexibility without any dependence on cloud platforms. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs OrangeStorm Giga 3150 € — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+678%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 800×800 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+611%)
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 1000 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+150%)
- Max print speed: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 500 mm/s vs OrangeStorm Giga 300 mm/s — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+67%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value price and max print speed. «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.»
Choose OrangeStorm Giga if…
you value work area and maximum z height. It is the one with the largest build area in its class. «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.»
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