Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Centauri Carbon if price matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if max colors matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 49/100 for Centauri Carbon.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 630 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 370 °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 | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 4 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | This printer is natively supported by Elegoo Slicer, a slicing software based on Orca Slicer that provides users with pre-configured, carefully optimized profiles designed to maximize both part detail and overall printing speed. Additionally, the machine's operating system is fully compatible with the most popular and community-endorsed third-party slicing software, such as Orca Slicer and Ultimaker Cura. The versatile onboard connectivity options include standard USB ports and a reliable dual-band Wi-Fi module (operating at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). This infrastructure enables effortless remote monitoring and comprehensive control of the printing process via its network interface and the built-in chamber camera, greatly streamlining daily workflow management. | The system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
The differences that matter
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 4 vs Q2 3D Printer 16 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Price: Centauri Carbon 375 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Centauri Carbon wins (+33%)
- Max print speed: Centauri Carbon 500 mm/s vs Q2 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Q2 3D Printer wins (+20%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Centauri Carbon 320 °C vs Q2 3D Printer 370 °C — Q2 3D Printer wins (+16%)
- Work area: Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Q2 3D Printer wins (+11%)
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value max colors, max print speed and max nozzle temperature.
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