A1 mini vs Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
A1 mini and Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose A1 mini if max print speed matters more; choose Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle if max bed temperature matters more.
| Parameter |
A1 mini
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 509 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 34.7 × 31.5 × 36.5 cm | 38 × 33 × 38 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 5.7 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 180 × 180 mm | 180 × 180 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 200 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 280 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 80 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | false | False |
| Filament sensor | true | False |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | false | False |
| Native Klipper | false | False |
| Input shaper | true | True |
| Multicolor printing | true | False |
| Requires external accessory | true | True |
| Maximum colors | 4 | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with Bambu Studio (OrcaSlicer-derived) and OrcaSlicer. Supports LAN mode for cloud-free printing. Does not run native Klipper. | PrusaSlicer, with pre-verified profiles for Input Shaper and Pressure Advance, is the reference software, but the machine accepts standard G-code from any compatible slicer, such as Cura or Simplify3D. Remote management runs through Prusa Connect, via Ethernet or the optional ESP Wi-Fi module. The firmware is open-source and runs on the 32-bit Buddy board, not GRBL, and is OTA-updatable: the Prusa ecosystem provides optimized profiles and regular updates, but doesn't restrict the use of alternative software. |
The differences that matter
- Max print speed: A1 mini 500 mm/s vs Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 180 mm/s — A1 mini wins (+178%)
- Price: A1 mini 299 € vs Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 509 € — A1 mini wins (+70%)
- Filament sensor: A1 mini yes, Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle no
- Multicolor printing: A1 mini yes, Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle no
- Max bed temperature: A1 mini 80 °C vs Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 100 °C — Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
Choose Original Prusa MINI+ Enclosure Bundle if…
you value max bed temperature.
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