P1P vs Neptune 3 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1P and Neptune 3 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose P1P if max print speed matters more; choose Neptune 3 Pro if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, P1P scores 33/100 against 11/100 for Neptune 3 Pro.
| Parameter |
P1P
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | ~199–259 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.65 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 225 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | 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 | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Requires external accessory | True | — |
| Maximum colors | 16 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The P1P works with Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicing software available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and with the Bambu Handy mobile app for remote monitoring and print management. Cloud connectivity is optional: the printer also supports a LAN-only mode for users who prefer to operate without connecting to external servers. It is not natively compatible with open-source firmware such as Klipper, nor with third-party slicers like PrusaSlicer or OrcaSlicer without unofficial profiles. | The operating system is based on the open-source Marlin firmware, ensuring broad compatibility and stability for the user. The printer is supported by major slicing software on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura and PrusaSlicer, for which official preset profiles or easily configurable community profiles exist. Operational management is handled via a practical removable capacitive touchscreen, featuring a simple interface for manual control and monitoring. The machine operates entirely offline, reading G-code files via a MicroSD card or direct USB cable connection, without any dependency on cloud services or wireless networks. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1P 550 € vs Neptune 3 Pro 229 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+140%)
- Max print speed: P1P 500 mm/s vs Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s — P1P wins (+178%)
- Maximum colors: P1P 16 vs Neptune 3 Pro 1 — P1P wins (+1500%)
- Work area: P1P 256×256 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm — P1P wins (+29%)
- Input shaper: P1P yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose P1P if…
you value max print speed, maximum colors and work area. «The rated maximum speed indicates the theoretical hardware limit, not the everyday working speed. Faster machines reduce print times on simple geometries, but real-world speed depends on material, geometry, required surface finish, and slicer settings. Values above 200–300 mm/s are meaningful only on machines with CoreXY kinematics, active input shaping, and a stiffened mechanical frame.»
Choose Neptune 3 Pro if…
you value price and maximum z height. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
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