P1S vs OrangeStorm Giga
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1S and OrangeStorm Giga are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7×). P1S costs less (~€449) and is the entry-level choice; OrangeStorm Giga offers more capability at a higher price (~€3150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
P1S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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OrangeStorm Giga
Elegoo
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | ~2800–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 122.4 × 120.4 × 142.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 104 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 800 × 800 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 1000 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 1530 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 800 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 mm | 1000 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.6 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum 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. | The system is powered by Klipper-based firmware, processed by a 64-bit quad-core SoC, enabling speeds up to 300 mm/s. Connectivity is comprehensive, offering USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi ports for the remote management of massive G-code files. The user interface is accessible via a generous 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, which is detachable from the chassis for comfortable positioning. The machine is best managed using the Elegoo Cura slicer but supports standard STL and OBJ formats, allowing broad workflow flexibility without any dependence on cloud platforms. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1S 449 € vs OrangeStorm Giga 3150 € — P1S wins (+602%)
- Work area: P1S 256×256 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 800×800 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+877%)
- Maximum Z height: P1S 256 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 1000 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+291%)
- Maximum colors: P1S 16 vs OrangeStorm Giga 4 — P1S wins (+300%)
- Max print speed: P1S 500 mm/s vs OrangeStorm Giga 300 mm/s — P1S wins (+67%)
Which one to choose
Choose P1S if…
you value price, maximum colors and max print speed. «The maximum number of colors indicates how many distinct color zones or materials can be used in one print without manual intervention. Two colors cover most practical uses, including soluble support. Higher values are useful for complex decorative models or color-coded prototypes. Each additional color increases print time due to transition purges, so the practical benefit should be weighed against the added time cost.»
Choose OrangeStorm Giga if…
you value work area, maximum z height and native klipper. It is the one with the largest build area in its class. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
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