Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs Snapmaker 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-3 V3 SE and 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.1×). Ender-3 V3 SE costs less (~€175) and is the entry-level choice; 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 offers more capability at a higher price (~€1250). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Ender-3 V3 SE
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~150–200 € | ~1000–1500 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 42 × 36.6 × 49 cm | — |
| Weight (kg) | 7.34 kg | 14.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 230 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 235 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 320 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | — |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 230 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 235 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | — |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | False | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| 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 machine is natively managed via Snapmaker Luban, a free, cross-platform software (Windows, macOS, Linux) custom-built to handle the three workflows (3D printing, laser engraving, CNC carving) within a single interface. Luban simplifies the transition between tasks and is ideal for novice users. However, the controller, running on a custom firmware, supports the export and use of standard G-code files. Users can utilize third-party slicers like Cura or PrusaSlicer for 3D printing, LightBurn for laser module control, and Fusion 360 or Vectric Aspire for CNC operations, providing the necessary flexibility for more advanced workflows. |
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 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 1250 € — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+614%)
- Filament sensor: 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 yes, Ender-3 V3 SE no
- Work area: Ender-3 V3 SE 220×220 mm vs 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 230×250 mm — 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 wins (+19%)
- Build height Z: Ender-3 V3 SE 250 mm vs 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 235 mm — Ender-3 V3 SE wins (+6%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Ender-3 V3 SE 260 °C vs 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 275 °C — 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 wins (+6%)
Which one to choose
Choose 2.0 A250 Modular 3-in-1 if…
you value filament sensor, work area and max nozzle temperature.
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