Prusa Research MK4S vs Snapmaker 2.0 A350
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
MK4S and 2.0 A350 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose MK4S if price matters more; choose 2.0 A350 if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
MK4S
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
|
2.0 A350
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 999 € | ~1500–1800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 50 × 55 × 40 cm | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 21.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 250 × 210 mm | 320 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 220 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 320 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | — | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | — | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | — | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | — | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | — | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| 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 proprietary Snapmaker Luban software is designed to manage all three main functions of the machine (3D printing, laser processing, and CNC routing) within a single interface, significantly simplifying the workflow for users approaching mixed manufacturing. For pure 3D printing, the control board still accepts standard G-code generated by third-party slicers such as Ultimaker Cura or PrusaSlicer, providing advanced users with greater control over specific extrusion and movement settings. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: MK4S 250×210 mm vs 2.0 A350 320×350 mm — 2.0 A350 wins (+113%)
- Price: MK4S 999 € vs 2.0 A350 1650 € — MK4S wins (+65%)
- Multicolor printing: MK4S yes, 2.0 A350 no
- Multicolor requires accessory: MK4S yes, 2.0 A350 no
Which one to choose
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