Elegoo Neptune 4 Max vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Max and Neptune 4 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Neptune 4 Max if work area matters more; choose Neptune 4 Pro if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Max
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Neptune 4 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 299 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 63.2 × 74 cm | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 8.9 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 225 × 225 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 480 mm | 265 mm |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 225 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 480 mm | 265 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 85 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 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 | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | False |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system relies on an open ecosystem thanks to the motherboard with pre-installed Klipper. Users can manage the machine both through the 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen interface and via local network using the integrated web interface (Fluidd). Elegoo provides its own customized version of the Cura slicer, but the printer remains fully compatible with most third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer, and Simplify3D. Native support for Wi-Fi and LAN connectivity facilitates sending and monitoring G-code files without the need for physical media. | The machine is driven by Klipper firmware pre-installed on a proprietary 64-bit motherboard, ensuring rapid processing for advanced features like input shaping and pressure advance. The manufacturer provides a customized version of Cura (Elegoo Cura), but the printer is fully compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer. Connectivity includes USB ports and a LAN network port, enabling remote management and direct print file transfers via the Fluidd or Mainsail web interfaces integrated into the system. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Neptune 4 Max 420×420 mm vs Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+248%)
- Price: Neptune 4 Max 549 € vs Neptune 4 Pro 299 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+84%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Max 480 mm vs Neptune 4 Pro 265 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+81%)
- Max bed temperature: Neptune 4 Max 85 °C vs Neptune 4 Pro 110 °C — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+29%)
Which one to choose
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