K1 Max vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
K1 Max and Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose K1 Max if work area matters more; choose Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit if multicolor printing matters more.
| Parameter |
K1 Max
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | 819 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.5 × 46.2 × 52.6 cm | 50 × 55 × 40 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 7 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 250 × 210 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 250 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 300 mm | 220 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | 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 | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | 4 | 5 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | It runs on the Klipper-based Creality OS. Compatible with Creality Print, Cura, and PrusaSlicer, featuring remote control support via Wi-Fi or LAN. | The MK4S runs proprietary Prusa firmware based on Marlin, not GRBL. It is managed through PrusaSlicer (with over 180 official profiles included), Simplify3D, or Cura with community profiles. Files are loaded via USB, local network, or PrusaConnect and the Prusa mobile app; it is not compatible with LightBurn or LaserGRBL, being a filament printer. The machine can run fully offline with no cloud dependency, and receives regular firmware updates along with pre-tuned profiles for Prusament materials. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: K1 Max 300×300 mm vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm — K1 Max wins (+71%)
- Closed chamber: K1 Max yes, Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit no
- Maximum Z height: K1 Max 300 mm vs Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit 220 mm — K1 Max wins (+36%)
- Native Klipper: K1 Max yes, Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit no
- Multicolor printing: Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit yes, K1 Max no
Which one to choose
Choose Original Prusa MK4S 3D Printer kit if…
you value multicolor printing, price and maximum colors.
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