Prusa Research CORE One+ kit vs Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
CORE One+ kit and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose CORE One+ kit if build height z matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if price and max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 38/100 for CORE One+ kit.
| Parameter |
CORE One+ kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1049 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 220 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 270 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 630 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 270 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 200 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | True |
| Max colors | 5 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Prusa firmware based on Marlin, fully open source, with built-in input shaper for faster and cleaner prints. Official slicer: PrusaSlicer (free, optimized profiles), compatible with Cura and Simplify3D. Control via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi with Prusa Connect (optional). No filament DRM: full freedom to use third-party materials. | The system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera. |
The differences that matter
- Price: CORE One+ kit 1049 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+110%)
- Max print speed: CORE One+ kit 200 mm/s vs Q2 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Q2 3D Printer wins (+200%)
- Max colors: CORE One+ kit 5 vs Q2 3D Printer 16 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+220%)
- Work area: CORE One+ kit 250×220 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Q2 3D Printer wins (+33%)
- Max nozzle temperature: CORE One+ kit 290 °C vs Q2 3D Printer 370 °C — Q2 3D Printer wins (+28%)
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 3D Printer if…
you value price, max print speed and max colors.
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