Snapmaker 2.0 A350 vs Snapmaker U1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Anyone who wants a modular platform that handles laser engraving and CNC routing alongside FDM printing, with a larger build plate, should look at the A350. Anyone who wants faster printing, with built-in multicolor and a lower starting price, should look at the U1.
| Parameter |
2.0 A350
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2020 | 2026 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1500–1800 € | 849 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 49.5 × 50.6 × 58 cm | 58.4 × 49.9 × 73 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21.6 kg | 18.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 320 × 350 mm | 270 × 270 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 330 mm | 270 mm |
| Power (W) | 320 W | 1150 W |
| Maximum speed | 100 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.04 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 320 mm | 270 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 330 mm | 270 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 275 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 80 °C | 100 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 100 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | No |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | Yes |
| Native Klipper | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | No | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | No | No |
| Max colors | 1 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The proprietary Snapmaker Luban software is designed to manage all three main functions of the machine (3D printing, laser processing, and CNC routing) within a single interface, significantly simplifying the workflow for users approaching mixed manufacturing. For pure 3D printing, the control board still accepts standard G-code generated by third-party slicers such as Ultimaker Cura or PrusaSlicer, providing advanced users with greater control over specific extrusion and movement settings. | The primary software is Snapmaker Orca, an optimized version of the popular OrcaSlicer, which provides native management of the four toolheads and factory-calibrated material profiles. The printer can also be seamlessly managed via the Snapmaker mobile app for remote monitoring, taking advantage of the built-in 1080p camera. The internal firmware is built on Klipper, Moonraker, and Fluidd, which Snapmaker has made open-source, allowing experienced users to customize the machine and integrate it into complex workflows. |
The differences that matter
- Price: €1650 on the A350, €849 on the U1 → the U1 costs less to buy.
- Colors: 1 on the A350, 4 on the U1 with built-in extruders → the U1 prints multicolor without extra accessories.
- Build area: 320×350 mm vs 270×270 mm → the A350 fits larger single parts.
- Max speed: up to 100 mm/s on the A350, up to 500 mm/s on the U1 (manufacturer-rated values) → the U1 claims shorter print times on the same parts.
Which one to choose
Choose 2.0 A350 if…
The A350 handles laser engraving and CNC routing from the same Luban platform, on top of FDM printing: useful for anyone working across multiple processes with one machine. The build plate is larger, suited to bigger single parts. The trade-off is a lower print speed and no native multicolor printing.
Choose U1 if…
The U1 prints multicolor parts with its built-in extruders, with no need for an external accessory, and the open-source Klipper firmware (Moonraker, Fluidd) allows advanced customization. The starting price is lower than the A350's. The trade-off is a smaller build plate and no laser or CNC modules like the A350's.
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Filaments for these printers
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