Elegoo Neptune 4 Max vs Qidi Tech X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Max and X-Plus 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Neptune 4 Max if work area and build height z matters more; choose X-Plus 3 if enclosed chamber matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Plus 3 scores 55/100 against 42/100 for Neptune 4 Max.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Max
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 63.2 × 74 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 480 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 480 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 85 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 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 | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | 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 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
- Work area: Neptune 4 Max 420×420 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+125%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Max 480 mm vs X-Plus 3 270 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+78%)
- Price: Neptune 4 Max 549 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — Neptune 4 Max wins (+46%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Plus 3 yes, Neptune 4 Max no
- Max bed temperature: Neptune 4 Max 85 °C vs X-Plus 3 120 °C — X-Plus 3 wins (+41%)
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Max if…
you value work area, build height z and price.
Choose X-Plus 3 if…
you value enclosed chamber, max bed temperature and max print speed.
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