Prusa Research MK4S 3D Printer kit vs Snapmaker 2.0 A350T 3-in-1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MK4S 3D Printer kit and 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose MK4S 3D Printer kit if max print speed and price matters more; choose 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 if work area matters more. On the category's overall technical index, MK4S 3D Printer kit scores 34/100 against 16/100 for 2.0 A350T 3-in-1.
| Parameter |
MK4S 3D Printer kit
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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2.0 A350T 3-in-1
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 819 € | ~1400–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 320 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | 240 W | 320 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 220 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| 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 machine is primarily managed via Snapmaker Luban, a free proprietary software integrating file preparation for 3D printing, laser engraving, and CNC milling into a single environment. While intuitive for beginners, experienced users may find limitations in advanced settings. However, the system accepts G-code files generated by third-party slicers like Cura or PrusaSlicer for 3D printing, and software like LightBurn or Fusion 360 for laser and CNC work, ensuring excellent operational versatility. |
The differences that matter
- Max print speed: MK4S 3D Printer kit 500 mm/s vs 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 100 mm/s — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+400%)
- Price: MK4S 3D Printer kit 819 € vs 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 1500 € — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+83%)
- Work area: MK4S 3D Printer kit 250×210 mm vs 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 320×350 mm — 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 wins (+113%)
- Max colors: MK4S 3D Printer kit 5 vs 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 1 — MK4S 3D Printer kit wins (+400%)
- Build height Z: MK4S 3D Printer kit 220 mm vs 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 330 mm — 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 wins (+50%)
Which one to choose
Choose MK4S 3D Printer kit if…
you value max print speed, price and max colors.
Choose 2.0 A350T 3-in-1 if…
you value work area and build height z.
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