Qidi Tech Q1 Pro vs Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer

Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)

In brief

Q1 Pro leads on the available specs (starting with work area); Original 3-in-1 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, Q1 Pro scores 56/100 against 0/100 for Original 3-in-1 3D Printer.

Parameter
Qidi Tech Q1 Pro Q1 Pro Qidi Tech F3 · Advanced
Identity
Launch year 2024 2017
Use tier F3 — Advanced F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 599 € ~400–850 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 47.7 × 46.7 × 48.9 cm 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm
Weight (kg) 17 kg 4.5 kg
Work area (mm) 245 × 245 mm 125 × 125 mm
Z-axis height (mm) 240 mm 125 mm
Power (W) 650 W
Maximum speed 600 mm/s 100 mm/s
Declared precision 0.005 mm
Category specs
Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) 245 mm 125 mm
Build height Z (mm) 240 mm 125 mm
Kinematics CoreXY Cartesian
Max nozzle temperature (°C) 350 °C 250 °C
Max bed temperature (°C) 120 °C 80 °C
Max print speed (mm/s) 600 mm/s 100 mm/s
Enclosed chamber True False
Filament sensor True False
Auto bed leveling Mesh
Standard nozzle diameter (mm) 0.4 mm 0.4 mm
Multi-extruder False False
Native Klipper True False
Input shaper True False
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. Natively compatible with Snapmaker Luban, the proprietary software specifically designed to manage the machine's three different functions within a single environment. The printer is based on standard Marlin firmware and supports G-code formats, allowing the use of third-party slicers like Cura or Simplify3D for 3D printing. For CNC and laser operations, it is possible to use external programs such as Autodesk Fusion 360, LaserGRBL, or LightBurn, exporting compatible toolpaths via the interface or USB port.

The differences that matter

  • Work area: Q1 Pro 245×245 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — Q1 Pro wins (+284%)
  • Max print speed: Q1 Pro 600 mm/s vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 100 mm/s — Q1 Pro wins (+500%)
  • Build height Z: Q1 Pro 240 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125 mm — Q1 Pro wins (+92%)
  • Enclosed chamber: Q1 Pro yes, Original 3-in-1 3D Printer no
  • Max nozzle temperature: Q1 Pro 350 °C vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 250 °C — Q1 Pro wins (+40%)

Which one to choose

Choose Q1 Pro if…

you value work area, max print speed and build height z.

See the Q1 Pro sheet →

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