Bambu Lab P1S vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P1S and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). P1S costs less (~€449) and is the entry-level choice; Max4 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1049). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
P1S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~399–499 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.8 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 12.95 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 100 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 340 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 | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (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 natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P1S 449 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — P1S wins (+134%)
- Work area: P1S 256×256 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+132%)
- Max print speed: P1S 500 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+60%)
- Build height Z: P1S 256 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 340 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+33%)
- Native Klipper: Max4 3D Printer yes, P1S no
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max print speed and build height z.
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