Original Prusa MK4S vs Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Original Prusa MK4S and Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Original Prusa MK4S if price matters more; choose Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Original Prusa MK4S
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 999 € | 2879 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 70 × 90 × 72 cm |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 360 × 360 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 360 mm |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 400 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.2 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | — | 360 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | — | 360 mm |
| Kinematics | cartesian | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 290 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 400 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | — | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | PrusaSlicer (optimized) and Prusa Connect for remote control. The machine accepts G-code from any slicer (Cura, Simplify3D) and communicates via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi using an open Marlin-based protocol. Compatible with OctoPrint and offline management. Does not require a Prusa account to print, unlike machines with proprietary firmware that block features without connection. | The firmware is based on Marlin with strong Klipper influence and integrates Input Shaper and Pressure Advance to handle higher speeds. Files are prepared with PrusaSlicer; operation does not require a cloud connection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Original Prusa MK4S 999 € vs Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 2879 € — Original Prusa MK4S wins (+188%)
- Work area: Original Prusa MK4S 250×210 mm vs Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle 360×360 mm — Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle wins (+147%)
- Closed chamber: Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle yes, Original Prusa MK4S no
- Multicolor printing: Original Prusa MK4S yes, Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle no
Which one to choose
Choose Original Prusa MK4S if…
you value price and multicolor printing.
Choose Original Prusa XL Single-toolhead 3D Printer - Enclosure Bundle if…
you value work area and closed chamber.
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