Bambu Lab P1P vs Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Q2 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with enclosed chamber); P1P makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 36/100 for P1P.
| Parameter |
P1P
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.65 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 630 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 16 | 16 |
| 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 system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosed chamber: Q2 3D Printer yes, P1P no
- Native Klipper: Q2 3D Printer yes, P1P no
- Max nozzle temperature: P1P 300 °C vs Q2 3D Printer 370 °C — Q2 3D Printer wins (+23%)
- Max print speed: P1P 500 mm/s vs Q2 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Q2 3D Printer wins (+20%)
- Price: P1P 550 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value enclosed chamber, native klipper and max nozzle temperature.
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