Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon 2 and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). Centauri Carbon 2 costs less (~€374) 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 |
Centauri Carbon 2
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~349–399 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 48 × 74.3 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 19.35 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 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 | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 4 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The proprietary Elegoo OS, built on Klipper architecture, manages full-auto calibration routines and AI-assisted monitoring. The machine is primarily supported by Elegoo Slicer (an Orca Slicer derivative), ensuring optimal control over material profiles and dynamic color changes. Users can also natively use Orca Slicer or export G-code from third-party alternatives like Cura. The intuitive touchscreen and Wi-Fi connectivity enable seamless remote management and direct job queuing over the local network. | 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: Centauri Carbon 2 374 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — Centauri Carbon 2 wins (+180%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 2 256×256 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+132%)
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 2 4 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Max print speed: Centauri Carbon 2 500 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+60%)
- Build height Z: Centauri Carbon 2 256 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 340 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max colors and max print speed.
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