Bambu Lab X2D vs Qidi Tech Max4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
The X2D and the Max4 don't serve the same part size: what you print decides. The Max4 reaches 390×390 mm against the X2D's 256×256 mm, and costs €420 more.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 629 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 16.25 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 1600 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 1000 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 50 μm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 1000 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | Yes | No |
| Native Klipper | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 25 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The X2D uses Bambu Studio as its official software, available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It also accepts standard G-code from third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Cura, though some advanced features — including automatic calibration and dual-nozzle workflow management — are only fully supported within Bambu Studio. | 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
- Volume: 390×390×340 mm against 256×256×260 mm → what the X2D has to split into pieces fits in one part on the Max4.
- Price: €629 against €1049 → the X2D costs €420 less.
- Footprint: 40 kg and a 56×58 cm base against 16 kg and 39×41 cm → the Max4 needs a dedicated bench.
- Extruder and firmware: dual extruder on the X2D, native Klipper on the Max4 → two filaments in one part on one side, Klipper and Fluidd on the other.
Which one to choose
Choose X2D if…
you print parts that fit within 256×256 mm, up to 260 mm tall, and want the dual extruder, which the Max4 doesn't have. You spend €629 instead of €1049. The trade-off is volume: a part larger than 256 mm has to be split, and automatic calibration and dual-nozzle management require Bambu Studio.
Choose Max4 if…
you print large parts, up to 390×390 mm and 340 mm tall, or materials that call for a nozzle up to 370 °C (manufacturer-declared values). The Max4 runs native Klipper, with a 5-inch touchscreen, the Fluidd web interface and a 1080p camera that flags extrusion errors. It costs €1049, €420 more, and has no dual extruder.
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
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