Elegoo Neptune 4 Max vs Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Max leads on the available specs (starting with work area); Original 3-in-1 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, Neptune 4 Max scores 42/100 against 0/100 for Original 3-in-1 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Max
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 549 € | ~400–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 65.8 × 63.2 × 74 cm | 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 480 mm | 125 mm |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 125 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 480 mm | 125 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 250 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 85 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | True | False |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| 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. | Natively compatible with Snapmaker Luban, the proprietary software specifically designed to manage the machine's three different functions within a single environment. The printer is based on standard Marlin firmware and supports G-code formats, allowing the use of third-party slicers like Cura or Simplify3D for 3D printing. For CNC and laser operations, it is possible to use external programs such as Autodesk Fusion 360, LaserGRBL, or LightBurn, exporting compatible toolpaths via the interface or USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Neptune 4 Max 420×420 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+1029%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Max 480 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125 mm — Neptune 4 Max wins (+284%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Max 500 mm/s vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 100 mm/s — Neptune 4 Max wins (+400%)
- Filament sensor: Neptune 4 Max yes, Original 3-in-1 3D Printer no
- Native Klipper: Neptune 4 Max yes, Original 3-in-1 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Max if…
you value work area, build height z and max print speed.
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