Centauri Carbon vs X-CF Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Centauri Carbon and X-CF Pro are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.8×). Centauri Carbon costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; X-CF Pro offers more capability at a higher price (~€1800). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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X-CF Pro
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–450 € | ~1700–1900 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm | 61 × 51.5 × 67.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17.5 kg | 32.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 300 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 1100 W | 450 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 ±mm | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 320 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 60 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 | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 4 | 1 |
| 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 printer is officially supported by QidiPrint, the manufacturer's proprietary slicing software, which includes pre-configured profiles optimized for carbon fiber and nylon printing. The system is also fully compatible with popular third-party slicers, including Ultimaker Cura and Simplify3D, giving users the flexibility to adapt their workflow. Basic connectivity includes Wi-Fi, a wired LAN network, and a USB port for manual file transfer. Although the native Marlin-based firmware lacks advanced network management features like Klipper, the machine can be successfully interfaced with external server systems such as OctoPrint via cable. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Centauri Carbon 375 € vs X-CF Pro 1800 € — Centauri Carbon wins (+380%)
- Max print speed: Centauri Carbon 500 mm/s vs X-CF Pro 60 mm/s — Centauri Carbon wins (+733%)
- Max colors: Centauri Carbon 4 vs X-CF Pro 1 — Centauri Carbon wins (+300%)
- Input shaper: Centauri Carbon yes, X-CF Pro no
- Multicolor printing: Centauri Carbon yes, X-CF Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
you value price, max print speed and max colors.
Choose X-CF Pro if…
you value build height z, work area and max nozzle temperature.
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