X-Plus 3 vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
X-Plus 3 and Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.8×). X-Plus 3 costs less (~€799) and is the entry-level choice; Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer offers more capability at a higher price (~€2999). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
X-Plus 3
Qidi Tech
F3 · Advanced
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Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 799 € | 2999 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51.1 × 52.7 × 52.9 cm | 66.5 × 94.3 × 70.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 24.3 kg | 52.9 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 280 × 280 mm | 350 × 400 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 270 mm | 400 mm |
| Power (W) | 800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 180 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 ±mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 280 mm | 350 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 270 mm | 400 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 350 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 120 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 180 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 | True |
| Native Klipper | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | — |
| Max colors | 1 | 2 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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 official software is Snapmaker Luban, which integrates the tools needed to manage 3D printing, laser, and CNC operations into a single interface. It supports the direct import of common standard formats (STL, OBJ, SVG, DXF). The machine features Wi-Fi and USB connectivity, allowing for practical job dispatch. As an open system, 3D printing is also compatible with third-party slicers like Cura or PrusaSlicer, while for the laser module, it is possible to generate G-code with dedicated software and then export the file for offline execution. |
The differences that matter
- Price: X-Plus 3 799 € vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer 2999 € — X-Plus 3 wins (+275%)
- Max print speed: X-Plus 3 600 mm/s vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer 180 mm/s — X-Plus 3 wins (+233%)
- Work area: X-Plus 3 280×280 mm vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer 350×400 mm — Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer wins (+79%)
- Max colors: X-Plus 3 1 vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer 2 — Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer wins (+100%)
- Build height Z: X-Plus 3 270 mm vs Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer 400 mm — Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer wins (+48%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artisan 3-in-1 3D Printer if…
you value work area, max colors and build height z.
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