Q1 Pro vs X-Plus 3
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Q1 Pro and X-Plus 3 are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Q1 Pro if price matters more; choose X-Plus 3 if work area matters more.
| Parameter |
Q1 Pro
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
|
X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 599 € | 799 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.7 × 46.7 × 48.9 cm | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 17 kg | 24.3 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 245 × 245 mm | 280 × 280 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 240 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 650 W | 800 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 245 mm | 280 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 240 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °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 | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | — |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Running on native Klipper firmware, the machine offers an open and accessible control interface via local network (Fluidd or Mainsail). It is natively compatible with QIDI Slicer (derived from PrusaSlicer/Orca), but easily supports all major third-party slicers. It includes advanced features such as input shaping and automatic calibration to maximize print quality at high speeds without requiring registration to proprietary cloud services. | The X-Plus 3 is natively supported by QIDI Print, the company's official slicer based on PrusaSlicer, which offers pre-configured and optimized profiles for supported materials, ensuring a ready-to-use experience. The software's user interface is designed to simplify the print preparation process, from support generation to advanced cooling configuration. Because the printer uses Klipper-based firmware, advanced users can interact directly via the integrated web interface (Fluidd or Mainsail), allowing for in-depth monitoring and fine-tuning of print parameters in real time. The system is also fully compatible with third-party software such as Ultimaker Cura, Simplify3D, standard PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer, offering maximum flexibility in workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Q1 Pro 599 € vs X-Plus 3 799 € — Q1 Pro wins (+33%)
- Work area: Q1 Pro 245×245 mm vs X-Plus 3 280×280 mm — X-Plus 3 wins (+31%)
- Build height Z: Q1 Pro 240 mm vs X-Plus 3 270 mm — X-Plus 3 wins (+12%)
Which one to choose
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