Prusa Research CORE One+ kit vs Qidi Tech X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
CORE One+ kit and X-Plus 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose CORE One+ kit if max colors matters more; choose X-Plus 3 if max print speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Plus 3 scores 55/100 against 38/100 for CORE One+ kit.
| Parameter |
CORE One+ kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1049 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 220 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 350 °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 | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 5 | 1 |
| 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 X-Plus 3 is natively supported by QIDI Print, the company's official slicer based on PrusaSlicer, which offers pre-configured and optimized profiles for supported materials, ensuring a ready-to-use experience. The software's user interface is designed to simplify the print preparation process, from support generation to advanced cooling configuration. Because the printer uses Klipper-based firmware, advanced users can interact directly via the integrated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail), allowing for in-depth monitoring and fine-tuning of print parameters in real time. The system is also fully compatible with third-party software such as Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, standard PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer, offering maximum flexibility in workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Max print speed: CORE One+ kit 200 mm/s vs X-Plus 3 600 mm/s — X-Plus 3 wins (+200%)
- Max colors: CORE One+ kit 5 vs X-Plus 3 1 — CORE One+ kit wins (+400%)
- Price: CORE One+ kit 1049 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — X-Plus 3 wins (+31%)
- Work area: CORE One+ kit 250×220 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — X-Plus 3 wins (+43%)
- Native Klipper: X-Plus 3 yes, CORE One+ kit no
Which one to choose
Choose CORE One+ kit if…
you value max colors and multicolor printing.
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