H2S vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
H2S and Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose H2S if work area matters more; choose Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit if price matters more.
| Parameter |
H2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1150–1250 € | 819 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.2 × 51.4 × 62.6 cm | 50 × 55 × 40 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 30 kg | 7 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 340 × 320 mm | 250 × 210 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 340 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 1800 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 1000 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 320 mm | 250 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 340 mm | 220 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 1000 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| 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 | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 5 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The H2S uses Bambu Studio as its primary slicer, with full support for proprietary features including automatic calibration, AI monitoring, and AMS management. It also accepts G-code exported from OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, though some advanced functions may not be available with third-party slicers. Laser and cutting functions are managed exclusively through Bambu Suite. Developer Mode is available, exposing MQTT access for custom integrations. | The MK4S runs proprietary Prusa firmware based on Marlin, not GRBL. It is managed through PrusaSlicer (with over 180 official profiles included), Simplify3D, or Cura with community profiles. Files are loaded via USB, local network, or PrusaConnect and the Prusa mobile app; it is not compatible with LightBurn or LaserGRBL, being a filament printer. The machine can run fully offline with no cloud dependency, and receives regular firmware updates along with pre-tuned profiles for Prusament materials. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: H2S 340×320 mm vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm — H2S wins (+107%)
- Max print speed: H2S 1000 mm/s vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 500 mm/s — H2S wins (+100%)
- Price: H2S 1200 € vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 819 € — Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+47%)
- Maximum Z height: H2S 340 mm vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 220 mm — H2S wins (+55%)
- Closed chamber: H2S yes, Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit no
Which one to choose
Choose Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit if…
you value price.
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