Qidi Tech i-Fast vs Snapmaker 2.0 A350
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
i-Fast and 2.0 A350 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose i-Fast if max print speed and enclosed chamber matters more; choose 2.0 A350 if price and work area matters more. On the category's overall technical index, i-Fast scores 45/100 against 20/100 for 2.0 A350.
| Parameter |
i-Fast
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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2.0 A350
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1800–2500 € | ~1500–1800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 71 × 51 × 67 cm | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 33 kg | 21.6 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 330 × 250 mm | 320 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 320 mm | 330 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 320 W |
| Maximum speed | 150 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 250 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 320 mm | 330 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 275 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 150 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | True | False |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | — | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | True | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | False | False |
| Multicolor printing | True | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | False |
| Max colors | 2 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 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
- Max print speed: i-Fast 150 mm/s vs 2.0 A350 100 mm/s — i-Fast wins (+50%)
- Enclosed chamber: i-Fast yes, 2.0 A350 no
- Max colors: i-Fast 2 vs 2.0 A350 1 — i-Fast wins (+100%)
- Price: i-Fast 2150 € vs 2.0 A350 1650 € — 2.0 A350 wins (+30%)
- Work area: i-Fast 330×250 mm vs 2.0 A350 320×350 mm — 2.0 A350 wins (+36%)
Which one to choose
Choose i-Fast if…
you value max print speed, enclosed chamber and max colors.
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