Bambu Lab H2S vs Prusa Research MK4S
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
H2S and MK4S are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose H2S if work area matters more; choose MK4S if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, H2S scores 61/100 against 17/100 for MK4S.
| Parameter |
H2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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MK4S
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1150–1250 € | 999 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.2 × 51.4 × 62.6 cm | 50 × 55 × 40 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 30 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 340 × 320 mm | 250 × 210 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 340 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 1800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 1000 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 320 mm | — |
| Build height Z (mm) | 340 mm | — |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | — |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | — |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 1000 mm/s | — |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | — |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | — |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| 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. | PrusaSlicer (optimized) and Prusa Connect for remote control. The machine accepts G-code from any slicer (Cura, Simplify3D) and communicates via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi using an open Marlin-based protocol. Compatible with OctoPrint and offline management. Does not require a Prusa account to print, unlike machines with proprietary firmware that block features without connection. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: H2S 340×320 mm vs MK4S 250×210 mm — H2S wins (+107%)
- Enclosed chamber: H2S yes, MK4S no
- Price: H2S 1200 € vs MK4S 999 € — MK4S wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
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