Creality K1 Max vs Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
K1 Max and Original 3-in-1 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose K1 Max if work area and max print speed matters more; choose Original 3-in-1 3D Printer if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, K1 Max scores 49/100 against 0/100 for Original 3-in-1 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
K1 Max
Creality
F2 · Intermediate
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Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 899 € | ~400–850 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 43.5 × 46.2 × 52.6 cm | 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 125 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 300 mm | 125 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 300 mm | 125 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 250 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | False |
| Auto bed leveling | 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 |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| 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. | Natively compatible with Snapmaker Luban, the proprietary software specifically designed to manage the machine's three different functions within a single environment. The printer is based on standard Marlin firmware and supports G-code formats, allowing the use of third-party slicers like Cura or Simplify3D for 3D printing. For CNC and laser operations, it is possible to use external programs such as Autodesk Fusion 360, LaserGRBL, or LightBurn, exporting compatible toolpaths via the interface or USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: K1 Max 300×300 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — K1 Max wins (+476%)
- Max print speed: K1 Max 600 mm/s vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 100 mm/s — K1 Max wins (+500%)
- Build height Z: K1 Max 300 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125 mm — K1 Max wins (+140%)
- Max colors: K1 Max 4 vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 1 — K1 Max wins (+300%)
- Price: K1 Max 899 € vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 625 € — Original 3-in-1 3D Printer wins (+44%)
Which one to choose
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