MK4S vs X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MK4S and X-Plus 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose MK4S if multicolor printing matters more; choose X-Plus 3 if enclosed chamber and work area matters more. On the category's overall technical index, X-Plus 3 scores 55/100 against 17/100 for MK4S.
| Parameter |
MK4S
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 999 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | — | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | — |
| Max 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 X-Plus 3 is natively supported by QIDI Print, the company's official slicer based on PrusaSlicer, which offers pre-configured and optimized profiles for supported materials, ensuring a ready-to-use experience. The software's user interface is designed to simplify the print preparation process, from support generation to advanced cooling configuration. Because the printer uses Klipper-based firmware, advanced users can interact directly via the integrated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail), allowing for in-depth monitoring and fine-tuning of print parameters in real time. The system is also fully compatible with third-party software such as Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, standard PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer, offering maximum flexibility in workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosed chamber: X-Plus 3 yes, MK4S no
- Work area: MK4S 250×210 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — X-Plus 3 wins (+49%)
- Price: MK4S 999 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — X-Plus 3 wins (+25%)
- Native Klipper: X-Plus 3 yes, MK4S no
- Multicolor printing: MK4S yes, X-Plus 3 no
Which one to choose
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