Neptune 4 Max vs OrangeStorm Giga
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Max and OrangeStorm Giga are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.7×). Neptune 4 Max costs less (~€549) and is the entry-level choice; OrangeStorm Giga offers more capability at a higher price (~€3150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Max
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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OrangeStorm Giga
Elegoo
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | ~2800–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 63.2 × 74 cm | 122.4 × 120.4 × 142.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 104 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 800 × 800 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 480 mm | 1000 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 1530 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 420 mm | 800 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 480 mm | 1000 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 85 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 300 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.6 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Requires external accessory | False | True |
| Maximum colors | 1 | 4 |
| 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 system is powered by Klipper-based firmware, processed by a 64-bit quad-core SoC, enabling speeds up to 300 mm/s. Connectivity is comprehensive, offering USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi ports for the remote management of massive G-code files. The user interface is accessible via a generous 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, which is detachable from the chassis for comfortable positioning. The machine is best managed using the Elegoo Cura slicer but supports standard STL and OBJ formats, allowing broad workflow flexibility without any dependence on cloud platforms. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Neptune 4 Max 549 € vs OrangeStorm Giga 3150 € — Neptune 4 Max wins (+474%)
- Work area: Neptune 4 Max 420×420 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 800×800 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+263%)
- Maximum Z height: Neptune 4 Max 480 mm vs OrangeStorm Giga 1000 mm — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+108%)
- Maximum colors: Neptune 4 Max 1 vs OrangeStorm Giga 4 — OrangeStorm Giga wins (+300%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Max 500 mm/s vs OrangeStorm Giga 300 mm/s — Neptune 4 Max wins (+67%)
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Max if…
you value price and max print speed. «The rated maximum speed indicates the theoretical hardware limit, not the everyday working speed. Faster machines reduce print times on simple geometries, but real-world speed depends on material, geometry, required surface finish, and slicer settings. Values above 200–300 mm/s are meaningful only on machines with CoreXY kinematics, active input shaping, and a stiffened mechanical frame.»
Choose OrangeStorm Giga if…
you value work area, maximum z height and maximum colors. It is the one with the largest build area in its class. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
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