Bambu Lab P1P vs Qidi Tech X-Max 3 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1P and X-Max 3 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose P1P if price and max colors matters more; choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if work area and enclosed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Max 3 3D Printer scores 56/100 against 36/100 for P1P.
| Parameter |
P1P
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Max 3 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | ~799–999 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.65 kg | 30.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 325 × 325 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 315 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 325 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 315 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °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 | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max 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 system relies on an architecture based on native Klipper firmware, a configuration that guarantees advanced kinematics management and precise control of accelerations through input shaping algorithms. The local and remote user interface is managed fluidly, allowing full monitoring of print parameters without the need to depend on mandatory external cloud services. For file preparation, the machine supports the main slicing software available on the market, including Qidi Print, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer, offering optimized profiles to enhance production times and the surface quality of components. Connectivity options include wired network and Wi-Fi, facilitating the integration of the device into local networks of laboratories or digital workshops. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1P 550 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — P1P wins (+63%)
- Max colors: P1P 16 vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 1 — P1P wins (+1500%)
- Work area: P1P 256×256 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+61%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Max 3 3D Printer yes, P1P no
- Native Klipper: X-Max 3 3D Printer yes, P1P no
Which one to choose
Choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if…
you value work area, enclosed chamber and native klipper.
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