Max4 3D Printer vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Max4 3D Printer and J1s IDEX 3D Printer are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). Max4 3D Printer costs less (~€1049) and is the entry-level choice; J1s IDEX 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€1250). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Max4 3D Printer
Qidi Tech
F4 · Semi-professional
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J1s IDEX 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1049 € | ~1100–1400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 55.8 × 57.8 × 61.2 cm | 53.9 × 40.1 × 46.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 40 kg | 27.8 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 390 × 390 mm | 300 × 200 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 340 mm | 200 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 400 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 800 mm/s | 350 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 390 mm | 200 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 340 mm | 200 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | IDEX |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 370 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 800 mm/s | 350 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 | True |
| Native Klipper | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | True | False |
| Max colors | 16 | 2 |
| 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. | It comes with the proprietary Snapmaker Luban software, a free, unified application available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Luban is tailored to fully utilize the independent dual extruders (IDEX), integrating ready-to-use profiles for various print modes (Copy, Mirror, Backup). Compatibility with major third-party slicers, such as Cura or PrusaSlicer, is also ensured via standard G-code export. Direct machine control is facilitated by the integrated Android-based touchscreen display and Wi-Fi connectivity for remote management. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Max4 3D Printer 390×390 mm vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 300×200 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+154%)
- Max print speed: Max4 3D Printer 800 mm/s vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 350 mm/s — Max4 3D Printer wins (+129%)
- Max colors: Max4 3D Printer 16 vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 2 — Max4 3D Printer wins (+700%)
- Build height Z: Max4 3D Printer 340 mm vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 200 mm — Max4 3D Printer wins (+70%)
- Price: Max4 3D Printer 1049 € vs J1s IDEX 3D Printer 1250 € — Max4 3D Printer wins (+19%)
Which one to choose
Choose Max4 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max print speed and max colors.
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