Bambu Lab P1P vs Qidi Tech X-Smart 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1P and X-Smart 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose P1P if work area and max colors matters more; choose X-Smart 3 if price and enclosed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Smart 3 scores 48/100 against 36/100 for P1P.
| Parameter |
P1P
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Smart 3
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | ~350–450 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.6 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 37 × 36.2 × 39.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.65 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 175 × 180 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 170 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 175 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 170 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 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 | False |
| 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 QIDI X-Smart 3 is primarily managed via QIDI Slicer, a proprietary software based on the latest versions of PrusaSlicer, optimized to fully leverage the machine's high speeds and CoreXY structure. The interface offers both a beginner mode and an advanced mode for granular control of parameters. The printer comes with pre-installed Klipper firmware, allowing advanced users direct access to the Fluidd web interface for real-time monitoring, calibration, and macro customization. Nevertheless, compatibility is guaranteed with the most popular third-party slicing software, including Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, and standard PrusaSlicer, ensuring a flexible and adaptable workflow. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: P1P 256×256 mm vs X-Smart 3 175×180 mm — P1P wins (+108%)
- Max colors: P1P 16 vs X-Smart 3 1 — P1P wins (+1500%)
- Price: P1P 550 € vs X-Smart 3 400 € — X-Smart 3 wins (+38%)
- Build height Z: P1P 256 mm vs X-Smart 3 170 mm — P1P wins (+51%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Smart 3 yes, P1P no
Which one to choose
Choose X-Smart 3 if…
you value price, enclosed chamber and native klipper.
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