Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs K2 Pro Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and K2 Pro Combo are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if price matters more; choose K2 Pro Combo if max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, K2 Pro Combo scores 54/100 against 39/100 for Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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K2 Pro Combo
Creality
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | 1099 € |
| Price updated on | — | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 44.5 × 50.5 × 85 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 23.7 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 1300 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 ±mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300.0 mm | 300 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400.0 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | — | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300.0 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100.0 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500.0 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | True |
| 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 | — | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with Artillery Slicer and Cura; the Marlin firmware accepts standard G-code, so it works with PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, OrcaSlicer. WiFi file transfer does not offer a Klipper web interface, limiting remote monitoring and real-time adjustments. | Natively managed via Creality Print, it features AI capabilities for first-layer monitoring and print failure detection. It offers comprehensive connectivity via Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB, supporting remote control and the Creality Cloud ecosystem. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs K2 Pro Combo 1099 € — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+171%)
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs K2 Pro Combo 300 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+33%)
- Max print speed: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 500 mm/s vs K2 Pro Combo 600 mm/s — K2 Pro Combo wins (+20%)
- Max bed temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 100 °C vs K2 Pro Combo 110 °C — K2 Pro Combo wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value price and maximum z height. «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 K2 Pro Combo if…
you value max print speed and max bed temperature. «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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