Prusa Research XL vs Prusa Research XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
XL and XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose XL if price matters more; choose XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
XL
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1700–1900 € | 2999 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 70 × 90 × 72 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 360 × 360 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 330 mm | 360 mm |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Declared precision | — | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 360 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 360 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Enclosed chamber | — | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | True |
| Native Klipper | — | False |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | False |
| 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. | Compatible with PrusaSlicer (open-source), PrusaConnect, and any host supporting serial/Ethernet connectivity such as OctoPrint and Pronterface. Firmware is based on open Marlin, with no proprietary cloud lock-in. The ESP Wi-Fi module is optional and can be physically removed for sensitive environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: XL 1800 € vs XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer 2999 € — XL wins (+67%)
- Work area: XL 300×300 mm vs XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer 360×360 mm — XL 2-toolhead 3D Printer wins (+44%)
Which one to choose
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