Bambu Lab P1S vs Creality K1C
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Bambu Lab P1S if you need a larger build volume (256×256×256 mm) at a lower price and the ability to manage up to 16 colors. Choose Creality K1C if you prefer a machine with native Klipper firmware, a higher top speed (600 mm/s), and a more compact design.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | 599 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 35.5 × 35.5 × 48.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 12.4 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 220 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 100 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 250 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 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 | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | No |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 16 | 4 |
| 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. | Uses Creality Print, an optimized proprietary slicer. Fully compatible with third-party software such as Orca Slicer and PrusaSlicer. |
The differences that matter
- Build volume: P1S offers an area of 256×256×256 mm, while K1C is limited to 220×220×250 mm.
- Speed and Firmware: K1C reaches 600 mm/s and uses native Klipper; P1S goes up to 500 mm/s with proprietary firmware.
- Multicolor printing: P1S supports up to 16 colors, compared to the 4-color limit of the K1C (both require accessories).
- Price and Power: P1S costs around 399–499 € with 1000 W of power; K1C is priced at 599 € and uses 350 W.
Which one to choose
Choose P1S if…
Choose Bambu Lab P1S if you need a wider 256×256 mm workspace and want to leverage the multicolor ecosystem for up to 16 filaments via a dedicated accessory. Priced around 399-499 €, it offers a lower entry cost while retaining a CoreXY kinematic and an enclosed chamber.
Choose K1C if…
Choose Creality K1C if you want a more recent (2024) printer equipped with native Klipper, ensuring more open software control. It offers a higher peak speed of 600 mm/s and has a smaller desktop footprint with a 220×220 mm build volume.
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