Bambu Lab P2S vs Bambu Lab X1 Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P2S leads on the available specs (starting with price); X1 Carbon makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
P2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
|
X1 Carbon
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 519 € | ~1050–1250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.9 kg | 14.13 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 1000 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 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) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 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 | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 20 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The official slicer is Bambu Studio, available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. The printer also accepts standard G-code exported from third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Cura, though certain advanced Bambu-specific features — including RFID-based filament detection and some automatic calibration modes — are only available within Bambu Studio. Remote control is handled via the Bambu Handy mobile app and desktop app; push notifications require cloud connectivity. | 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: P2S 519 € vs X1 Carbon 1150 € — P2S wins (+122%)
- Max print speed: P2S 600 mm/s vs X1 Carbon 500 mm/s — P2S wins (+20%)
- Max colors: P2S 20 vs X1 Carbon 16 — P2S wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
MakerSpecs is an independent atlas. We don't sell products: this comparison links to both sheets, where you'll find complete data and official links.