Creality K1 Max vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
K1 Max and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). K1 Max costs less (~€899) and is the entry-level choice; Max4 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1049). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
K1 Max
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | 1049 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.5 × 46.2 × 52.6 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 300 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 300 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 4 | 16 |
| 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 machine natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: K1 Max 4 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Work area: K1 Max 300×300 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+69%)
- Max print speed: K1 Max 600 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+33%)
- Price: K1 Max 899 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — K1 Max wins (+17%)
- Multicolor printing: Max4 3D Printer yes, K1 Max no
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value max colors, work area and max print speed.
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