Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs Qidi Tech Plus4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-3 V3 SE and Plus4 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.6×). Ender-3 V3 SE costs less (~€175) and is the entry-level choice; Plus4 offers more capability at a higher price (~€799). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Ender-3 V3 SE
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Plus4
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–200 € | 799 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 42 × 36.6 × 49 cm | 50.5 × 48.7 × 55 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.34 kg | 27 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 305 × 305 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 850 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 305 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | False | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The printer runs Creality's proprietary Marlin-based firmware. It is compatible with Creality Print and Cura 5.0 or later; Simplify3D support is documented by third-party resellers. Print files are transferred via SD card. Community guides exist for converting to Klipper, but this is not an officially supported configuration and requires manual hardware and firmware intervention. | The machine relies on an architecture based on Klipper firmware, which provides advanced computational performance and native features like input shaping to reduce vibrations during high-speed movements. Users can interface via the integrated 5-inch touchscreen or through the standard Klipper web interface. The recommended official slicing software is QIDI Studio, a program derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, optimized to leverage the machine's profiles and proprietary print parameters. However, the system maintains an open approach and is fully compatible with third-party slicers such as Orca Slicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, ensuring maximum flexibility in the daily workflow. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Ender-3 V3 SE
Best price Intermediate
The lowest list price among intermediate Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines: €175. The second cheapest starts at €229. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
How we assign awards →Plus4
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The differences that matter
- Price: Ender-3 V3 SE 175 € vs Plus4 799 € — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+357%)
- Max print speed: Ender-3 V3 SE 250 mm/s vs Plus4 600 mm/s — Plus4 wins (+140%)
- Work area: Ender-3 V3 SE 220×220 mm vs Plus4 305×305 mm — Plus4 wins (+92%)
- Max colors: Ender-3 V3 SE 1 vs Plus4 16 — Plus4 wins (+1500%)
- Enclosed chamber: Plus4 yes, Ender-3 V3 SE no
Which one to choose
MakerSpecs is an independent atlas. We don't sell products: this comparison links to both sheets, where you'll find complete data and official links.