Prusa Research MK4S 3D Printer kit vs Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Q2 3D Printer leads on the available specs (starting with price); MK4S 3D Printer kit makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, Q2 3D Printer scores 62/100 against 34/100 for MK4S 3D Printer kit.
| Parameter |
MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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Q2 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 819 € | 499 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7 kg | 18.1 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 630 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 220 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 370 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | 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 | The MK4S runs proprietary Prusa firmware based on Marlin, not GRBL. It is managed through PrusaSlicer (with over 180 official profiles included), Simplify3D, or Cura with community profiles. Files are loaded via USB, local network, or PrusaConnect and the Prusa mobile app; it is not compatible with LightBurn or LaserGRBL, being a filament printer. The machine can run fully offline with no cloud dependency, and receives regular firmware updates along with pre-tuned profiles for Prusament 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: MK4S 3D Printer kit 819 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+64%)
- Max colors: MK4S 3D Printer kit 5 vs Q2 3D Printer 16 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+220%)
- Enclosed chamber: Q2 3D Printer yes, MK4S 3D Printer kit no
- Work area: MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Q2 3D Printer wins (+39%)
- Max nozzle temperature: MK4S 3D Printer 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 colors and enclosed chamber.
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