Prusa Research MK4S 3D Printer kit vs Qidi Tech X-CF Pro
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MK4S 3D Printer kit and X-CF Pro are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose MK4S 3D Printer kit if price and max print speed matters more; choose X-CF Pro if enclosed chamber and work area matters more.
| Parameter |
MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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X-CF Pro
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 819 € | ~1700–1900 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 61 × 51.5 × 67.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7 kg | 32.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 300 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 450 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 60 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 220 mm | 300 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | — |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 60 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 | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max colors | 5 | 1 |
| 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 printer is officially supported by QidiPrint, the manufacturer's proprietary slicing software, which includes pre-configured profiles optimized for carbon fiber and nylon printing. The system is also fully compatible with popular third-party slicers, including Ultimaker Cura and Simplify3D, giving users the flexibility to adapt their workflow. Basic connectivity includes Wi-Fi, a wired LAN network, and a USB port for manual file transfer. Although the native Marlin-based firmware lacks advanced network management features like Klipper, the machine can be successfully interfaced with external server systems such as OctoPrint via cable. |
The differences that matter
- Price: MK4S 3D Printer kit 819 € vs X-CF Pro 1800 € — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+120%)
- Max print speed: MK4S 3D Printer kit 500 mm/s vs X-CF Pro 60 mm/s — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+733%)
- Max colors: MK4S 3D Printer kit 5 vs X-CF Pro 1 — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+400%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-CF Pro yes, MK4S 3D Printer kit no
- Work area: MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm vs X-CF Pro 300×250 mm — X-CF Pro wins (+43%)
Which one to choose
Choose MK4S 3D Printer kit if…
you value price, max print speed and max colors.
Choose X-CF Pro if…
you value enclosed chamber, work area and build height z.
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