Bambu Lab P2S vs Qidi Tech X-CF Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
P2S and X-CF Pro are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.5×). P2S costs less (~€519) and is the entry-level choice; X-CF Pro offers more capability at a higher price (~€1800). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
P2S
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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X-CF Pro
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 519 € | ~1700–1900 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 61 × 51.5 × 67.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.9 kg | 32.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 300 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 450 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 60 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 | 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 printer is officially supported by QidiPrint, the manufacturer's proprietary slicing software, which includes pre-configured profiles optimized for carbon fiber and nylon printing. The system is also fully compatible with popular third-party slicers, including Ultimaker Cura and Simplify3D, giving users the flexibility to adapt their workflow. Basic connectivity includes Wi-Fi, a wired LAN network, and a USB port for manual file transfer. Although the native Marlin-based firmware lacks advanced network management features like Klipper, the machine can be successfully interfaced with external server systems such as OctoPrint via cable. |
The differences that matter
- Price: P2S 519 € vs X-CF Pro 1800 € — P2S wins (+247%)
- Max print speed: P2S 600 mm/s vs X-CF Pro 60 mm/s — P2S wins (+900%)
- Max colors: P2S 20 vs X-CF Pro 1 — P2S wins (+1900%)
- Input shaper: P2S yes, X-CF Pro no
- Multicolor printing: P2S yes, X-CF Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose X-CF Pro if…
you value build height z, max nozzle temperature and work area.
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