Neptune 4 Plus vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Plus leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Original 3-in-1 3D Printer shows no advantage of its own. Choose Neptune 4 Plus, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance. On the category's overall technical index, Neptune 4 Plus scores 42/100 against 0/100 for Original 3-in-1 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Plus
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~300–400 € | ~400–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 53.3 × 51.7 × 63.8 cm | 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.4 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 320 × 320 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 385 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) | 320 mm | 125 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 385 mm | 125 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 250 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °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 printer operates with Klipper firmware pre-installed on a 64-bit ARM processor, enabling advanced standard features like input shaping and pressure advance. The user interface is managed via a removable capacitive touchscreen and a dedicated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail) for remote control and monitoring via Wi-Fi or LAN connection. For file preparation, the machine is compatible with major slicers on the market, including Elegoo Cura (bundled by the manufacturer), UltiMaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer. | 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 Plus 320×320 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+555%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Plus 385 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125 mm — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+208%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Plus 500 mm/s vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 100 mm/s — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+400%)
- Price: Neptune 4 Plus 350 € vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 625 € — Neptune 4 Plus wins (+79%)
- Filament sensor: Neptune 4 Plus yes, Original 3-in-1 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Plus if…
you value work area, build height z and max print speed.
Choose Original 3-in-1 3D Printer if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Neptune 4 Plus on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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