Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Pro and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~3.5×). Neptune 4 Pro costs less (~€299) 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 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.9 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 225 × 225 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 265 mm | 340 mm |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 225 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 265 mm | 340 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | — |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is driven by Klipper firmware pre-installed on a proprietary 64-bit motherboard, ensuring rapid processing for advanced features like input shaping and pressure advance. The manufacturer provides a customized version of Cura (Elegoo Cura), but the printer is fully compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer. Connectivity includes USB ports and a LAN network port, enabling remote management and direct print file transfers via the Fluidd or Mainsail web interfaces integrated into the system. | 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 Pro 299 € vs Max4 3D Printer 1049 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+251%)
- Work area: Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+200%)
- Max colors: Neptune 4 Pro 1 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Pro 500 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+60%)
- Enclosed chamber: Max4 3D Printer yes, Neptune 4 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max colors and max print speed.
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