Creality Ender-5 Max vs Qidi Tech X-CF Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Ender-5 Max and X-CF Pro are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4×). Ender-5 Max costs less (~€450) 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-5 Max
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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X-CF Pro
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~400–500 € | ~1700–1900 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 46.18 × 43.48 × 52.58 cm | 61 × 51.5 × 67.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 32.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 400 × 400 mm | 300 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 450 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 700 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 400 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 400 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 700 mm/s | 60 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 | False |
| Input shaper | true | False |
| Multicolor printing | false | False |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| 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 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. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Ender-5 Max 450 € vs X-CF Pro 1800 € — Ender-5 Max wins (+300%)
- Max print speed: Ender-5 Max 700 mm/s vs X-CF Pro 60 mm/s — Ender-5 Max wins (+1067%)
- Work area: Ender-5 Max 400×400 mm vs X-CF Pro 300×250 mm — Ender-5 Max wins (+113%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-CF Pro yes, Ender-5 Max no
- Build height Z: Ender-5 Max 400 mm vs X-CF Pro 300 mm — Ender-5 Max wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
Choose X-CF Pro if…
you value enclosed chamber, max nozzle temperature and max bed temperature.
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