Bambu Lab P1S vs Bambu Lab X1 Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if you want the same mechanical performance and 256 × 256 mm build volume at a significantly lower price (~€399–499). Choose the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon if you require a higher bed temperature (110 °C) and the stated precision of the premium model.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | ~1050–1250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 14.13 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 1000 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 7 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 16 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The P1S is managed through Bambu Studio, Bambu Lab's proprietary slicer available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, or via OrcaSlicer, the widely adopted open-source fork that provides finer parameter control. The Bambu Handy mobile app enables remote monitoring and print launching. The printer supports local LAN connections without a mandatory cloud account, though some advanced features — such as remote timelapses and OTA firmware updates — require a Bambu account. | The printer is controlled via Bambu Studio, the proprietary slicer available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as the Bambu Handy mobile app. LAN mode is supported, allowing full local control without an internet connection or cloud account. Remote monitoring via Bambu Cloud is optional. Bambu Studio accepts 3MF, STL, OBJ, and STEP files and includes advanced features such as vibration compensation and flow rate control. |
The differences that matter
- Price: The P1S costs about €399–499, placing it in a much lower price bracket compared to the X1 Carbon (~€1050–1250).
- Bed Temperature: The X1 Carbon reaches a maximum bed temperature of 110 °C, while the P1S stops at 100 °C.
- Precision: The X1 Carbon lists a stated precision of 7 μm, a technical spec not provided for the P1S.
- Weight: Despite having identical footprint and build volume (256 × 256 × 256 mm), the P1S is lighter at 12.95 kg compared to the X1 Carbon's 14.13 kg.
Which one to choose
Choose P1S if…
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if you want to maximize the price-to-performance ratio for FDM 3D printing. It retains the CoreXY kinematics, the 500 mm/s max speed, and the enclosed chamber of the X1 Carbon, sacrificing 10 °C on the heated bed in exchange for a price tag of ~€399–499.
Choose X1 Carbon if…
Choose the Bambu Lab X1 Carbon if your budget allows it (~€1050–1250) and you require the highest specifications available for the intermediate (F2) category, such as a heated bed that reaches 110 °C and a manufacturer-stated precision of 7 μm.
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