Bambu Lab P1S vs Qidi Tech Plus4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1S and Plus4 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose P1S if price matters more; choose Plus4 if work area matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Plus4 scores 63/100 against 46/100 for P1S.
| Parameter |
P1S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Plus4
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 50.5 × 48.7 × 55 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 27 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 305 × 305 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 850 W |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 305 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | 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 | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| 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 machine relies on an architecture based on Klipper firmware, which provides advanced computational performance and native features like input shaping to reduce vibrations during high-speed movements. Users can interface via the integrated 5-inch touchscreen or through the standard Klipper web interface. The recommended official slicing software is QIDI Studio, a program derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, optimized to leverage the machine's profiles and proprietary print parameters. However, the system maintains an open approach and is fully compatible with third-party slicers such as Orca Slicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, ensuring maximum flexibility in the daily workflow. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1S 449 € vs Plus4 799 € — P1S wins (+78%)
- Work area: P1S 256×256 mm vs Plus4 305×305 mm — Plus4 wins (+42%)
- Native Klipper: Plus4 yes, P1S no
- Max nozzle temperature: P1S 300 °C vs Plus4 370 °C — Plus4 wins (+23%)
- Max print speed: P1S 500 mm/s vs Plus4 600 mm/s — Plus4 wins (+20%)
Which one to choose
Choose Plus4 if…
you value work area, native klipper and max nozzle temperature.
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