Prusa Research CORE One+ vs Qidi Tech Q1 Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
CORE One+ and Q1 Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose CORE One+ if max colors matters more; choose Q1 Pro if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Q1 Pro scores 56/100 against 45/100 for CORE One+.
| Parameter |
CORE One+
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
|
Q1 Pro
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1049–1349 € | 599 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 41.5 × 44.4 × 55.5 cm | 47.7 × 46.7 × 48.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 22.5 kg | 17 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 220 mm | 245 × 245 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 270 mm | 240 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 650 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 245 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 270 mm | 240 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (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 | False |
| Max colors | 5 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | Running on native Klipper firmware, the machine offers an open and accessible control interface via local network (Fluidd or Mainsail). It is natively compatible with QIDI Slicer (derived from PrusaSlicer/Orca), but easily supports all major third-party slicers. It includes advanced features such as input shaping and automatic calibration to maximize print quality at high speeds without requiring registration to proprietary cloud services. |
The differences that matter
- Price: CORE One+ 1199 € vs Q1 Pro 599 € — Q1 Pro wins (+100%)
- Max colors: CORE One+ 5 vs Q1 Pro 1 — CORE One+ wins (+400%)
- Native Klipper: Q1 Pro yes, CORE One+ no
- Multicolor printing: CORE One+ yes, Q1 Pro no
- Multicolor requires accessory: CORE One+ yes, Q1 Pro no
Which one to choose
Choose CORE One+ if…
you value max colors, multicolor printing and build height z.
Choose Q1 Pro if…
you value price, native klipper and max nozzle temperature.
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