Prusa Research XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer and X-Plus 3 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5×). X-Plus 3 costs less (~€799) and is the entry-level choice; XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€3999). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer
Prusa Research
F2 · Intermediate
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X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 3999 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 70 × 90 × 72 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 33.7 kg | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 360 × 360 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 360 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 235 W | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 400 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.2 mm | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 360 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 360 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 290 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 400 mm/s | 600 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 | True | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | — |
| Max colors | 5 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is managed through PrusaSlicer, with dedicated profiles for multi-toolhead configuration and automatic calculation of purge towers or wipe-to-infill strategies. The firmware includes Input Shaper and Pressure Advance for vibration compensation at high speeds. Network connectivity allows job submission and remote monitoring via Prusa Connect, though this is not a requirement for using the machine. | 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
- Price: XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer 3999 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — X-Plus 3 wins (+401%)
- Max colors: XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer 5 vs X-Plus 3 1 — XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer wins (+400%)
- Work area: XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer 360×360 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer wins (+65%)
- Max print speed: XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer 400 mm/s vs X-Plus 3 600 mm/s — X-Plus 3 wins (+50%)
- Enclosed chamber: X-Plus 3 yes, XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose XL 5-toolhead 3D Printer if…
you value max colors, work area and build height z.
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