Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle are not direct competitors: very different prices (~11.1×). Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus costs less (~€405) and is the entry-level choice; Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle offers more capability at a higher price (~€4499). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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| Riconoscimenti | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | 4499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 70 × 90 × 72 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 33.7 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 360 × 360 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 360 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 720 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300.0 mm | 360 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400.0 mm | 360 mm |
| Kinematics | — | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300.0 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100.0 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500.0 mm/s | — |
| Closed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | True |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | False |
| Maximum colors | — | 5 |
| 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. | The printer is natively compatible with PrusaSlicer, an open-source slicer with official tested profiles for all supported materials; OrcaSlicer profiles are also available. The firmware is Prusa-proprietary (STM32/xBuddy-based) with no native Klipper support. Remote management is available via Prusa Connect (optional cloud platform) or over the local network; offline printing from USB is fully supported with no functional limitations. |
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Largest work area Advanced
The largest work area among advanced Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines: 1296 cm².
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 4499 € — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+1011%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 360×360 mm — Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle wins (+44%)
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 360 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+11%)
- Max bed temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 100 °C vs Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 120 °C — Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle wins (+20%)
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 Original Prusa XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle if…
you value 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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