Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech X-Max 3 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)

In brief

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

Parameter
Qidi Tech Q2 3D Printer Q2 3D Printer Qidi Tech F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2025 2023
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 499 € ~799–999 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm
Weight (kg) 18.1 kg 30.2 kg
Work area (mm) 270 × 270 mm 325 × 325 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 256 mm 315 mm
Power (W) 630 W
Maximum speed 600 mm/s 600 mm/s
Category specs
Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) 270 mm 325 mm
Build height Z (mm) 256 mm 315 mm
Kinematics CoreXY CoreXY
Max nozzle temperature (°C) 370 °C 350 °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 False
Multicolor requires accessory True
Max colors 16 1
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes 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 system relies on an architecture based on native Klipper firmware, a configuration that guarantees advanced kinematics management and precise control of accelerations through input shaping algorithms. The local and remote user interface is managed fluidly, allowing full monitoring of print parameters without the need to depend on mandatory external cloud services. For file preparation, the machine supports the main slicing software available on the market, including Qidi Print, OrcaSlicer, and PrusaSlicer, offering optimized profiles to enhance production times and the surface quality of components. Connectivity options include wired network and Wi-Fi, facilitating the integration of the device into local networks of laboratories or digital workshops.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Q2 3D Printer 499 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — Q2 3D Printer wins (+80%)
  • Max colors: Q2 3D Printer 16 vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 1 — Q2 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
  • Work area: Q2 3D Printer 270×270 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+45%)
  • Multicolor printing: Q2 3D Printer yes, X-Max 3 3D Printer no
  • Build height Z: Q2 3D Printer 256 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 315 mm — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+23%)

Which one to choose

Choose Q2 3D Printer if…

you value price, max colors and multicolor printing.

See the Q2 3D Printer sheet →

Choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if…

you value work area and build height z.

See the X-Max 3 3D Printer sheet →

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