Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech Q1 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer and Q1 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if max colors and price matters more; choose Q1 Pro if max print speed matters more.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Q1 Pro
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 439 € | 599 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm | 47.7 × 46.7 × 48.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 19.35 kg | 17 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 245 × 245 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 240 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 650 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 245 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 240 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | False |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market. The manufacturer recommends using Elegoo Slicer, specifically optimized to leverage the CoreXY kinematics, multi-color printing via the CANVAS system, and vibration compensation algorithms (Input Shaping). Alternatively, popular slicers like Orca Slicer and Cura can be used, offering broad flexibility to users who prefer established workflows. The integrated dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity allows direct transfer of G-code files to the 8 GB internal memory without physical cards, while the internal camera enables remote monitoring and time-lapse video recording, simplifying the management of the printing process even from a distance. | Running on native Klipper firmware, the machine offers an open and accessible control interface via local network (Fluidd or Mainsail). It is natively compatible with QIDI Slicer (derived from PrusaSlicer/Orca), but easily supports all major third-party slicers. It includes advanced features such as input shaping and automatic calibration to maximize print quality at high speeds without requiring registration to proprietary cloud services. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 4 vs Q1 Pro 1 — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Price: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 439 € vs Q1 Pro 599 € — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+36%)
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer yes, Q1 Pro no
- Max print speed: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 500 mm/s vs Q1 Pro 600 mm/s — Q1 Pro wins (+20%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer 256×256 mm vs Q1 Pro 245×245 mm — Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon 2 Combo 3D Printer if…
you value max colors, price and multicolor printing.
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