Bambu Lab P2S vs Prusa Research CORE One+
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Bambu Lab P2S if you are looking for an affordable CoreXY printer with high speed and extensive multicolor capabilities up to 20 filaments. Choose Prusa CORE One+ if you prefer an open-source hardware and software ecosystem, without proprietary constraints and with a heated bed up to 120 °C.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 519 € | ~1049–1349 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 41.5 × 44.4 × 55.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.9 kg | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 250 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | — |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 20 | 5 |
| 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. | Natively compatible with PrusaSlicer (based on Slic3r, open-source), but it works with any slicer able to generate Marlin-flavored G-code, such as Cura, ideaMaker or Simplify3D. The firmware is a Prusa-modified Marlin 2, fully open: no lock-in to proprietary software or protocols. The user has full control over the machine, but PrusaSlicer is recommended for optimal performance, as it includes exclusive profiles and features like dynamic flow calibration. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Bambu Lab P2S costs €519, while Prusa CORE One+ is priced in a higher tier of ~€1049–1349.
- Multicolor Capacity: Both require an accessory, but the P2S handles up to 20 colors, compared to 5 on the CORE One+.
- Software Philosophy: Prusa uses a fully open-source ecosystem (modified Marlin 2 firmware) without restrictions; Bambu Lab ties some advanced features, like RFID recognition, exclusively to Bambu Studio.
- Build Area Dimensions: Bambu offers a 256 × 256 mm bed (256 mm height), whereas Prusa reduces the XY area to 250 × 220 mm but extends the Z-axis to 270 mm.
- Power and Heating: Bambu has a power rating of 1200 W and a nozzle reaching 300 °C, while Prusa operates at 240 W but offers a bed that reaches 120 °C (compared to Bambu's 110 °C).
Which one to choose
Choose P2S if…
Choose Bambu Lab P2S if your budget is limited (€519) and you want to maximize print speed (up to 600 mm/s) or the use of multiple filaments (up to 20 colors with accessory).
Choose CORE One+ if…
Choose Prusa CORE One+ if you are willing to invest in a higher-tier machine (~€1049–1349) focused on open-source, with a taller print area (270 mm in Z) and a philosophy free from proprietary firmware and software constraints.
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Filaments for these printers
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