Creality Ender-3 V3 KE vs Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Creality Ender-3 V3 KE if you are looking for a compact and lower-cost machine (€299) for standard print volumes (220×220×240 mm). Choose Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus if you need a larger work area (300×300×330 mm) and higher peak speeds (600 mm/s) for a higher price (€479).
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 479 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.3 × 36.6 × 49 cm | 41 × 44.5 × 57.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.8 kg | 11.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 300 × 300 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 240 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 350 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 410 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 240 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | No |
| 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | No |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | — |
| Max colors | 1 | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Powered by Creality OS (based on Klipper), it supports LAN and cloud control via the Creality Print app. It remains compatible with major third-party slicers like Cura and PrusaSlicer. | Powered by Creality OS (Klipper-based) and supports Creality Print, integrating smoothly with major third-party slicers like Cura and PrusaSlicer. |
The differences that matter
- Print volume: The Plus offers a 300×300×330 mm area, significantly larger than the KE's 220×220×240 mm.
- Price and year: The KE (2023) costs €299, while the Plus (2024) is priced at €479.
- Max speed: The Plus reaches 600 mm/s, surpassing the KE's 500 mm/s.
- Size and weight: The KE weighs 7.8 kg, making it easier to accommodate compared to the 11.5 kg, bulkier Plus (41×44.5×57.7 cm vs 43.3×36.6×49 cm).
- Precision: The KE claims a 0.1 mm precision, whereas the Plus states 0.2 mm.
Which one to choose
Choose Ender-3 V3 KE if…
Choose Creality Ender-3 V3 KE if your budget is limited to around €300 and a 220×220×240 mm build volume is sufficient. It is ideal for those seeking a lighter machine (7.8 kg) with a stated precision of 0.1 mm, sacrificing the large format but keeping native Klipper and 300 °C max temperatures.
Choose Ender-3 V3 Plus if…
Choose Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus if your prints require a volume up to 300×300×330 mm. With an investment of €479, you also get an increase in stated maximum speed (600 mm/s vs 500 mm/s) and a newer model (2024), while maintaining the same software compatibility and power (350 W).
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