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Elegoo Neptune 4 Max vs Qidi Tech Max4
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Max and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). Neptune 4 Max costs less (~€549) 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 4 Max
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 63.2 × 74 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 480 mm | 340 mm |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 480 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 85 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | Yes | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | Yes |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| 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 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 4 Max 549 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — Neptune 4 Max wins (+91%)
- Max colors: Neptune 4 Max 1 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Max 500 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+60%)
- Enclosed chamber: Max4 3D Printer yes, Neptune 4 Max no
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Max 480 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 340 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+41%)
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Max if…
you value price, build height z and work area.
Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
- ELEGOO PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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- OVERTURE PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)High speed1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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