Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Sidewinder X4 Plus and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Sidewinder X4 Plus if build height z and price matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if max nozzle temperature and max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 42/100 for Sidewinder X4 Plus.
| Parameter |
Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 630 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 300.0 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 400.0 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300.0 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100.0 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500.0 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max 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. | The system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
The differences that matter
- Build height Z: Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 256 mm — Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+56%)
- Price: Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+23%)
- Work area: Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+23%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Sidewinder X4 Plus 300 °C vs Q2 3D Printer 370 °C — Q2 3D Printer wins (+23%)
- Max print speed: Sidewinder X4 Plus 500 mm/s vs Q2 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Q2 3D Printer wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value build height z, price and work area.
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value max nozzle temperature, max print speed and max bed temperature.
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