Sidewinder X4 Pro vs K1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Sidewinder X4 Pro and K1 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Sidewinder X4 Pro if work area matters more; choose K1 if closed chamber matters more.
| Parameter |
Sidewinder X4 Pro
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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K1
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~270–320 € | 329 € |
| Price updated on | — | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.3 × 43.1 × 51.2 cm | 35.5 × 35.5 × 48 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 9.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 240 × 240 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | 300 W | 350 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 240.0 mm | 220 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 260.0 mm | 250 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300.0 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100.0 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500.0 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | true |
| Filament sensor | — | true |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | false |
| Native Klipper | True | true |
| Input shaper | True | true |
| Multicolor printing | False | false |
| Requires external accessory | False | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Full Klipper firmware with integrated Mainsail or Fluidd web interface via Wi-Fi. Compatible with any slicer that generates standard G-code: Ultimaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer. The protocol is open Klipper, the user can directly adjust Input Shaping and Pressure Advance from the web interface without additional software. | Pre-installed Klipper firmware with Creality OS interface. Wi-Fi connectivity and built-in 4.3" touch screen. |
The differences that matter
- Closed chamber: K1 yes, Sidewinder X4 Pro no
- Max print speed: Sidewinder X4 Pro 500 mm/s vs K1 600 mm/s — K1 wins (+20%)
- Work area: Sidewinder X4 Pro 240×240 mm vs K1 220×220 mm — Sidewinder X4 Pro wins (+19%)
- Price: Sidewinder X4 Pro 295 € vs K1 329 € — Sidewinder X4 Pro wins (+12%)
- Maximum Z height: Sidewinder X4 Pro 260 mm vs K1 250 mm — Sidewinder X4 Pro wins (+4%)
Which one to choose
Choose Sidewinder X4 Pro if…
you value work area, price and maximum z height.
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