Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-3 V3 SE and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Ender-3 V3 SE if price matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 10/100 for Ender-3 V3 SE.
| Parameter |
Ender-3 V3 SE
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–200 € | 499 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 42 × 36.6 × 49 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.34 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 630 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 256 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 system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
MakerSpecs Awards
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.)
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The differences that matter
- Price: Ender-3 V3 SE 175 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+185%)
- Max print speed: Ender-3 V3 SE 250 mm/s vs Q2 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Q2 3D Printer wins (+140%)
- Max colors: Ender-3 V3 SE 1 vs Q2 3D Printer 16 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
- Work area: Ender-3 V3 SE 220×220 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Q2 3D Printer wins (+51%)
- Enclosed chamber: Q2 3D Printer yes, Ender-3 V3 SE no
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value max print speed, max colors and work area.
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