Creality Ender-5 Max vs Qidi Tech Plus4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-5 Max and Plus4 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Ender-5 Max if price and work area matters more; choose Plus4 if max colors and enclosed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Plus4 scores 63/100 against 43/100 for Ender-5 Max.
| Parameter |
Ender-5 Max
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Plus4
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~400–500 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 46.18 × 43.48 × 52.58 cm | 50.5 × 48.7 × 55 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 27 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 305 × 305 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 280 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 850 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum speed | 700 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 305 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 400 mm | 280 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 700 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | false | True |
| Filament sensor | true | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | false | False |
| Native Klipper | true | True |
| Input shaper | true | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Klipper-based firmware with a 4.3" colour touchscreen. Compatible with Creality Print, Orca Slicer and PrusaSlicer; remote monitoring via the Creality Cloud app is optional. | 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. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Ender-5 Max 450 € vs Plus4 799 € — Ender-5 Max wins (+78%)
- Max colors: Ender-5 Max 1 vs Plus4 16 — Plus4 wins (+1500%)
- Work area: Ender-5 Max 400×400 mm vs Plus4 305×305 mm — Ender-5 Max wins (+72%)
- Enclosed chamber: Plus4 yes, Ender-5 Max no
- Build height Z: Ender-5 Max 400 mm vs Plus4 280 mm — Ender-5 Max wins (+43%)
Which one to choose
Choose Plus4 if…
you value max colors, enclosed chamber and multicolor printing.
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