Creality K2 Plus Combo vs Qidi Tech Max4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
K2 Plus Combo sits in the intermediate tier, Max4 3D Printer in the semi-professional one, yet the Max4 is the cheaper machine: €1049 versus €1499. On paper the Max4 prints faster and has a larger bed; the K2 Plus Combo answers back with built-in multicolor and no extra hardware.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1499 € | 1049 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.5 × 51.5 × 91.6 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 39.6 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 350 × 350 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 350 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 495 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 350 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | Yes | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | 16 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Powered by Creality OS (based on open-source Klipper), the printer is natively compatible with Creality Print 5.0 or newer. Wi-Fi connectivity and the built-in AI camera enable real-time remote monitoring and management. | 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
- Price: Max4 3D Printer €1049, K2 Plus Combo €1499 — a €450 gap.
- Max speed: 800 mm/s versus 600 mm/s.
- Work area: 390×390 mm versus 350×350 mm.
- Multicolor: built in on the K2 Plus Combo, needs an accessory on the Max4 3D Printer.
- Nozzle temperature: 370°C versus 350°C.
Which one to choose
Choose K2 Plus Combo if…
Pick the K2 Plus Combo if you want multicolor out of the box: the system is built in, while the Max4 needs an extra module to reach the same 16 colors. It also makes sense if you're already in the Creality OS and Creality Print ecosystem and don't want to switch slicers.
Choose Max4 if…
Pick the Max4 3D Printer if budget drives the call: it costs €450 less, prints up to 800 mm/s against the K2 Plus Combo's 600 mm/s, and offers a 390×390 mm bed versus 350×350 mm. Its 370°C max nozzle temperature also opens the door to a few more technical filaments.
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Filaments for these printers
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