Prusa Research MINI+ Enclosure Bundle vs Qidi Tech i-Fast
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MINI+ Enclosure Bundle and i-Fast are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4.2×). MINI+ Enclosure Bundle costs less (~€509) and is the entry-level choice; i-Fast offers more capability at a higher price (~€2150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
MINI+ Enclosure Bundle
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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i-Fast
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2020 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 509 € | ~1800–2500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38 × 33 × 38 cm | 71 × 51 × 67 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.5 kg | 33 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 180 × 180 mm | 330 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 180 mm | 320 mm |
| Power (W) | 150 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 200 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.05 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 180 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 180 mm | 320 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 280 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 180 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | True |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| Max colors | — | 2 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | PrusaSlicer, with pre-verified profiles for Input Shaper and Pressure Advance, is the reference software, but the machine accepts standard G-code from any compatible slicer, such as Cura or Simplify3D. Remote management runs through Prusa Connect, via Ethernet or the optional ESP Wi-Fi module. The firmware is open-source and runs on the 32-bit Buddy board, not GRBL, and is OTA-updatable: the Prusa ecosystem provides optimized profiles and regular updates, but doesn't restrict the use of alternative software. | The machine comes with the proprietary Qidi Print software, a slicer based on proven open-source architectures, specifically optimized for the profiles of the technical materials supported by the printer. Users can still generate G-code using other widely adopted third-party slicers on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D, after manual configuration of machine and extruder parameters. Although it lacks native cloud features or advanced remote connectivity for corporate fleet management, it supports direct file transfer via local Wi-Fi or USB drives, ensuring a secure offline workflow for intellectual property protection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 509 € vs i-Fast 2150 € — MINI+ Enclosure Bundle wins (+322%)
- Work area: MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 180×180 mm vs i-Fast 330×250 mm — i-Fast wins (+155%)
- Build height Z: MINI+ Enclosure Bundle 180 mm vs i-Fast 320 mm — i-Fast wins (+78%)
- Enclosed chamber: i-Fast yes, MINI+ Enclosure Bundle no
- Filament sensor: i-Fast yes, MINI+ Enclosure Bundle no
Which one to choose
Choose MINI+ Enclosure Bundle if…
you value price, input shaper and max print speed.
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