Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro vs Snapmaker 2.0 A350
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 3 Pro and 2.0 A350 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.2×). Neptune 3 Pro costs less (~€229) and is the entry-level choice; 2.0 A350 offers more capability at a higher price (~€1650). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Neptune 3 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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2.0 A350
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~199–259 € | ~1500–1800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.1 kg | 21.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 225 × 225 mm | 320 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 280 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | 350 W | 320 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 180 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 225 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 280 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| 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 | False |
| Input shaper | False | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | 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 proprietary Snapmaker Luban software is designed to manage all three main functions of the machine (3D printing, laser processing, and CNC routing) within a single interface, significantly simplifying the workflow for users approaching mixed manufacturing. For pure 3D printing, the control board still accepts standard G-code generated by third-party slicers such as Ultimaker Cura or PrusaSlicer, providing advanced users with greater control over specific extrusion and movement settings. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Neptune 3 Pro 229 € vs 2.0 A350 1650 € — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+621%)
- Work area: Neptune 3 Pro 225×225 mm vs 2.0 A350 320×350 mm — 2.0 A350 wins (+121%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 3 Pro 180 mm/s vs 2.0 A350 100 mm/s — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+80%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 3 Pro 280 mm vs 2.0 A350 330 mm — 2.0 A350 wins (+18%)
- Max bed temperature: Neptune 3 Pro 100 °C vs 2.0 A350 80 °C — Neptune 3 Pro wins (+25%)
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 3 Pro if…
you value price, max print speed and max bed temperature.
Choose 2.0 A350 if…
you value work area, build height z and max nozzle temperature.
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