Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer vs Qidi Tech X-Max 3 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)

In brief

Max4 3D Printer and X-Max 3 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). X-Max 3 3D Printer costs less (~€899) and is the entry-level choice; Max4 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1049). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Qidi Tech Max4 3D Printer Max4 3D Printer Qidi Tech F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2026 2023
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 1049 € ~799–999 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm 55.3 × 55.3 × 60.1 cm
Weight (kg) 40 kg 30.2 kg
Work area (mm) 390 × 390 mm 325 × 325 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 340 mm 315 mm
Maximum speed 800 mm/s 600 mm/s
Category specs
Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) 390 mm 325 mm
Build height Z (mm) 340 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) 800 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
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 machine natively runs on Klipper firmware, offering comprehensive control and high computational speed for advanced features like input shaping. The user interface is managed locally via a large 5-inch touchscreen. Remote monitoring is facilitated by the integrated 1080p AI webcam with error detection for extrusion failures. For slicing, the manufacturer provides QIDI Studio, a software derived from PrusaSlicer/Bambu Studio, specifically optimized for high-temperature material profiles. Users can also access the Fluidd web interface for advanced control over the printer parameters and print offline via a USB drive or through the local network. 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

  • Max colors: Max4 3D Printer 16 vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 1 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+1500%)
  • Work area: Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 325×325 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+44%)
  • Max print speed: Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 600 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+33%)
  • Price: Max4 3D Printer 1049 € vs X-Max 3 3D Printer 899 € — X-Max 3 3D Printer wins (+17%)
  • Multicolor printing: Max4 3D Printer yes, X-Max 3 3D Printer no

Which one to choose

Choose Max4 3D Printer if…

you value max colors, work area and max print speed.

See the Max4 3D Printer sheet →

Choose X-Max 3 3D Printer if…

you value price.

See the X-Max 3 3D Printer sheet →

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