Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs Qidi Tech X-CF Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-3 V3 SE and X-CF Pro are not direct competitors: very different prices (~10.3×). Ender-3 V3 SE costs less (~€175) 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 |
Ender-3 V3 SE
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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X-CF Pro
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–200 € | ~1700–1900 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 42 × 36.6 × 49 cm | 61 × 51.5 × 67.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.34 kg | 32.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 300 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 450 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 60 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 | False |
| Input shaper | False | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| 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 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. |
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 →X-CF Pro
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The differences that matter
- Price: Ender-3 V3 SE 175 € vs X-CF Pro 1800 € — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+929%)
- Max print speed: Ender-3 V3 SE 250 mm/s vs X-CF Pro 60 mm/s — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+317%)
- Work area: Ender-3 V3 SE 220×220 mm vs X-CF Pro 300×250 mm — X-CF Pro wins (+55%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-CF Pro yes, Ender-3 V3 SE no
- Max nozzle temperature: Ender-3 V3 SE 260 °C vs X-CF Pro 350 °C — X-CF Pro wins (+35%)
Which one to choose
Choose X-CF Pro if…
you value work area, enclosed chamber and max nozzle temperature.
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