Q2 Combo 3D Printer vs i-Fast
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Q2 Combo 3D Printer and i-Fast are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.3×). Q2 Combo 3D Printer costs less (~€650) and is the entry-level choice; i-Fast offers more capability at a higher price (~€2150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Q2 Combo 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F2 · Intermediate
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i-Fast
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~600–700 € | ~1800–2500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 40.2 × 43.8 × 49.4 cm | 71 × 51 × 67 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.1 kg | 33 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 270 × 270 mm | 330 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 320 mm |
| Power (W) | 630 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 320 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 370 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 150 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | True |
| Native Klipper | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | False |
| Max colors | — | 2 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Natively compatible with QIDI Studio, a slicing software based on PrusaSlicer and Orca Slicer, which ensures an efficient workflow for multi-color management. It also supports other third-party slicers, providing users with excellent flexibility. Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity facilitate remote job submission and monitoring. | The machine comes with the proprietary Qidi Print software, a slicer based on proven open-source architectures, specifically optimized for the profiles of the technical materials supported by the printer. Users can still generate G-code using other widely adopted third-party slicers on the market, such as Ultimaker Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D, after manual configuration of machine and extruder parameters. Although it lacks native cloud features or advanced remote connectivity for corporate fleet management, it supports direct file transfer via local Wi-Fi or USB drives, ensuring a secure offline workflow for intellectual property protection. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Q2 Combo 3D Printer 650 € vs i-Fast 2150 € — Q2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+231%)
- Max print speed: Q2 Combo 3D Printer 600 mm/s vs i-Fast 150 mm/s — Q2 Combo 3D Printer wins (+300%)
- Build height Z: Q2 Combo 3D Printer 256 mm vs i-Fast 320 mm — i-Fast wins (+25%)
- Multi-extruder: i-Fast yes, Q2 Combo 3D Printer no
- Native Klipper: Q2 Combo 3D Printer yes, i-Fast no
Which one to choose
Choose Q2 Combo 3D Printer if…
you value price, max print speed and native klipper. It is the most capable in its class.
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