Prusa Research MK4S 3D Printer kit vs Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MK4S 3D Printer kit and Max4 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). MK4S 3D Printer kit costs less (~€819) and is the entry-level choice; Max4 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1049). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 819 € | 1049 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7 kg | 40 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 390 × 390 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 340 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 800 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 390 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 220 mm | 340 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 | 800 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (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 machine natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+190%)
- Max colors: MK4S 3D Printer kit 5 vs Max4 3D Printer 16 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+220%)
- Max print speed: MK4S 3D Printer kit 500 mm/s vs Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+60%)
- Build height Z: MK4S 3D Printer kit 220 mm vs Max4 3D Printer 340 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+55%)
- Enclosed chamber: Max4 3D Printer yes, MK4S 3D Printer kit no
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max colors and max print speed.
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