Prusa Research XL vs Qidi Tech X-Max 3 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
X-Max 3 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with price); XL makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
XL
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Max 3 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1700–1900 € | ~799–999 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 30.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 325 × 325 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 330 mm | 315 mm |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 325 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 315 mm |
| Kinematics | — | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Native Klipper | — | True |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | False |
| Max colors | — | 1 |
| 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. | The system relies on an architecture based on native Klipper firmware, a configuration that guarantees advanced kinematics management and precise control of accelerations through input shaping algorithms. The local and remote user interface is managed fluidly, allowing full monitoring of print parameters without the need to depend on mandatory external cloud services. For file preparation, the machine supports the main slicing software available on the market, including Qidi Print, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer, offering optimized profiles to enhance production times and the surface quality of components. Connectivity options include wired network and Wi-Fi, facilitating the integration of the device into local networks of laboratories or digital workshops. |
The differences that matter
- Price: XL 1800 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+100%)
- Work area: XL 300×300 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+17%)
Which one to choose
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