Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro vs Qidi Tech X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 3 Pro and X-Plus 3 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.5×). Neptune 3 Pro costs less (~€229) and is the entry-level choice; X-Plus 3 offers more capability at a higher price (~€799). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~199–259 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.1 kg | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 225 × 225 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 280 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 180 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 225 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 280 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | 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 | True |
| Input shaper | False | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| 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 X-Plus 3 is natively supported by QIDI Print, the company's official slicer based on PrusaSlicer, which offers pre-configured and optimized profiles for supported materials, ensuring a ready-to-use experience. The software's user interface is designed to simplify the print preparation process, from support generation to advanced cooling configuration. Because the printer uses Klipper-based firmware, advanced users can interact directly via the integrated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail), allowing for in-depth monitoring and fine-tuning of print parameters in real time. The system is also fully compatible with third-party software such as Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, standard PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer, offering maximum flexibility in workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Neptune 3 Pro 229 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+249%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s vs X-Plus 3 600 mm/s — X-Plus 3 wins (+233%)
- Work area: Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — X-Plus 3 wins (+55%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Plus 3 yes, Neptune 3 Pro no
- Max nozzle temperature: Neptune 3 Pro 260 °C vs X-Plus 3 350 °C — X-Plus 3 wins (+35%)
Which one to choose
Choose X-Plus 3 if…
you value max print speed, work area and enclosed chamber.
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