Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 3 Pro and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~4.6×). Neptune 3 Pro costs less (~€229) 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 |
Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~199–259 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.1 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 225 × 225 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 280 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 180 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 225 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 280 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | False | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The operating system is based on the open-source Marlin firmware, ensuring broad compatibility and stability for the user. The printer is supported by major slicing software on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura and PrusaSlicer, for which official preset profiles or easily configurable community profiles exist. Operational management is handled via a practical removable capacitive touchscreen, featuring a simple interface for manual control and monitoring. The machine operates entirely offline, reading G-code files via a MicroSD card or direct USB cable connection, without any dependency on cloud services or wireless networks. | 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: Neptune 3 Pro 229 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+358%)
- Work area: Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+200%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+344%)
- Max colors: Neptune 3 Pro 1 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
- Enclosed chamber: Max4 3D Printer yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max print speed and max colors.
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