Plus4 vs Q2 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)

In brief

Plus4 and Q2 3D Printer are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Plus4 if work area matters more; choose Q2 3D Printer if price matters more.

Parameter
Qidi Tech Plus4 Plus4 Qidi Tech F2 · Intermediate
Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer Q2 3D Printer Qidi Tech F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2024 2025
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 799 € 499 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 50.5 × 48.7 × 55 cm 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm
Weight (kg) 27 kg 18.1 kg
Work area (mm) 305 × 305 mm 270 × 270 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 280 mm 256 mm
Power (W) 850 W 630 W
Voltage (V) 240 V
Maximum speed 600 mm/s 600 mm/s
Category specs
Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) 305 mm 270 mm
Build height Z (mm) 280 mm 256 mm
Kinematics CoreXY CoreXY
Max nozzle temperature (°C) 370 °C 370 °C
Max bed temperature (°C) 120 °C 120 °C
Max print speed (mm/s) 600 mm/s 600 mm/s
Enclosed chamber True True
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 True True
Input shaper True True
Multicolor printing True True
Multicolor requires accessory True True
Max colors 16 16
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The machine relies on an architecture based on Klipper firmware, which provides advanced computational performance and native features like input shaping to reduce vibrations during high-speed movements. Users can interface via the integrated 5-inch touchscreen or through the standard Klipper web interface. The recommended official slicing software is QIDI Studio, a program derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, optimized to leverage the machine's profiles and proprietary print parameters. However, the system maintains an open approach and is fully compatible with third-party slicers such as Orca Slicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura, ensuring maximum flexibility in the daily workflow. The system is natively supported by QIDI Studio, a slicing software derived from PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, providing a modern interface and advanced features. The open architecture still allows the use of third-party slicing solutions. Network connectivity, via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, facilitates direct remote printing and monitoring, aided by the built-in camera.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Plus4 799 € vs Q2 3D Printer 499 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+60%)
  • Work area: Plus4 305×305 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm — Plus4 wins (+28%)
  • Build height Z: Plus4 280 mm vs Q2 3D Printer 256 mm — Plus4 wins (+9%)

Which one to choose

Choose Plus4 if…

you value work area and build height z.

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Choose Q2 3D Printer if…

you value price.

See the Q2 3D Printer sheet →

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