Prusa Research XL vs Prusa Research CORE One+
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
XL and CORE One+ are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose XL if work area matters more; choose CORE One+ if price matters more.
| Parameter |
XL
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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CORE One+
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1700–1900 € | ~1049–1349 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 41.5 × 44.4 × 55.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 22.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 250 × 220 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 330 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 220 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Enclosed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | — | 5 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with PrusaSlicer (open source, with material profiles verified and maintained by Prusa Research), OrcaSlicer, and SuperSlicer, as well as any slicer that exports standard G-code. The firmware is based on Prusa Research's open-source Marlin fork, with input shaping support. Unlike Bambu Lab models, which use a partially proprietary protocol and work best with Bambu Studio, the CORE One L accepts generic G-code via USB, SD card, and PrusaConnect. The user is not locked into a single software ecosystem and can freely modify or update the firmware. | Natively compatible with PrusaSlicer (based on Slic3r, open-source), but it works with any slicer able to generate Marlin-flavored G-code, such as Cura, ideaMaker or Simplify3D. The firmware is a Prusa-modified Marlin 2, fully open: no lock-in to proprietary software or protocols. The user has full control over the machine, but PrusaSlicer is recommended for optimal performance, as it includes exclusive profiles and features like dynamic flow calibration. |
The differences that matter
- Price: XL 1800 € vs CORE One+ 1199 € — CORE One+ wins (+50%)
- Work area: XL 300×300 mm vs CORE One+ 250×220 mm — XL wins (+64%)
Which one to choose
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