Hi Combo vs Neptune 4 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Hi Combo and Neptune 4 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Hi Combo if maximum colors matters more; choose Neptune 4 Pro if price and native klipper matters more.
| Parameter |
Hi Combo
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
|
Neptune 4 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 349 € | 299 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40.9 × 39.2 × 47.7 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 13.31 kg | 8.9 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 265 mm |
| Power (W) | 1150 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 260 mm | 225 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 300 mm | 265 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | false | False |
| Filament sensor | true | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | false | False |
| Native Klipper | false | True |
| Input shaper | true | True |
| Multicolor printing | true | False |
| Requires external accessory | false | False |
| Maximum colors | 4 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Runs Creality OS, a Klipper-derived firmware, with input shaper and pressure advance pre-configured. The primary slicer is Creality Print (free), also compatible with Orca Slicer. Remote monitoring via Creality Cloud is available but not required for local use. | The machine is driven by Klipper firmware pre-installed on a proprietary 64-bit motherboard, ensuring rapid processing for advanced features like input shaping and pressure advance. The manufacturer provides a customized version of Cura (Elegoo Cura), but the printer is fully compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer. Connectivity includes USB ports and a LAN network port, enabling remote management and direct print file transfers via the Fluidd or Mainsail web interfaces integrated into the system. |
The differences that matter
- Maximum colors: Hi Combo 4 vs Neptune 4 Pro 1 — Hi Combo wins (+300%)
- Work area: Hi Combo 260×260 mm vs Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm — Hi Combo wins (+34%)
- Price: Hi Combo 349 € vs Neptune 4 Pro 299 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+17%)
- Native Klipper: Neptune 4 Pro yes, Hi Combo no
- Multicolor printing: Hi Combo yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Hi Combo if…
you value maximum colors, work area and multicolor printing. «The maximum number of colors indicates how many distinct color zones or materials can be used in one print without manual intervention. Two colors cover most practical uses, including soluble support. Higher values are useful for complex decorative models or color-coded prototypes. Each additional color increases print time due to transition purges, so the practical benefit should be weighed against the added time cost.»
Choose Neptune 4 Pro if…
you value price, native klipper and max bed temperature. «Klipper is an open-source firmware that offloads trajectory calculations from the microcontroller to a host computer, enabling all advanced features including input shaper and pressure advance. Native support eliminates the need to replace the firmware, a process that voids the warranty on some machines. Relevant for users who intend to tune advanced parameters; for basic use the difference from Marlin is minimal.»
MakerSpecs is an independent atlas. We don't sell products: this comparison links to both sheets, where you'll find complete data and official links.