Bambu Lab P2S vs Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P2S and Neptune 3 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose P2S if max print speed matters more; choose Neptune 3 Pro if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, P2S scores 50/100 against 15/100 for Neptune 3 Pro.
| Parameter |
P2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 519 € | ~199–259 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.9 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 225 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| 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 | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 20 | 1 |
| 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 operating system is based on the open-source Marlin firmware, ensuring broad compatibility and stability for the user. The printer is supported by major slicing software on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura and PrusaSlicer, for which official preset profiles or easily configurable community profiles exist. Operational management is handled via a practical removable capacitive touchscreen, featuring a simple interface for manual control and monitoring. The machine operates entirely offline, reading G-code files via a MicroSD card or direct USB cable connection, without any dependency on cloud services or wireless networks. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P2S 519 € vs Neptune 3 Pro 229 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+127%)
- Max print speed: P2S 600 mm/s vs Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s — P2S wins (+233%)
- Max colors: P2S 20 vs Neptune 3 Pro 1 — P2S wins (+1900%)
- Enclosed chamber: P2S yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
- Work area: P2S 256×256 mm vs Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm — P2S wins (+29%)
Which one to choose
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