Technical comparison for 3D printers
| Specifications | Bambu Lab P1S | Qidi Tech X-Max 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Printing Technology | FDM (CoreXY) | FDM (CoreXY) |
| Build Volume (XYZ) | 256 x 256 x 256 mm³ | 325 x 325 x 315 mm³ |
| Chassis Structure | N/A | N/A |
| Enclosure Material | N/A | N/A |
| Hotend Design | N/A | N/A |
| Extruder Gear Type | N/A | N/A |
| Nozzle Material | N/A | N/A |
| Max Nozzle Temp | 300 °C | 350 °C |
| Nozzle Diameter | N/A | N/A |
| Filament Diameter | N/A | N/A |
| Build Plate Surface | N/A | N/A |
| Max Bed Temp | 100 °C | N/A |
| Max Printing Speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Max Acceleration | 20,000 mm/s² | N/A |
| Max Volumetric Flow | N/A | N/A |
| Cooling System | N/A | N/A |
| Air Filtration | Activated Carbon Filter | Activated Carbon |
| Supported Materials | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC | N/A |
| LiDAR Sensor | N/A | N/A |
| Chamber Camera | N/A | N/A |
| Filament Run-out Sensor | Yes | N/A |
| Power Loss Recovery | N/A | N/A |
| Physical Dimensions | N/A | N/A |
| Product Weight | 12.95 kg | 25 kg |
| Input Voltage | N/A | N/A |
| Peak Power Draw | N/A | N/A |
| Control Panel / Display | 2.7-inch LCD with Dial | N/A |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bambu-Bus | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB Drive |
| Internal Storage | N/A | N/A |
| Motion Controller CPU | N/A | N/A |
| Application Processor | N/A | N/A |
| AI Neural Processing | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended Slicer | N/A | N/A |
| Supported OS | N/A | N/A |
| Bed Leveling System | N/A | N/A |
| Enclosure Type | Fully Enclosed (Plastic & Glass) | N/A |
| Vibration Compensation | Yes | N/A |
| AI Monitoring Features | N/A | N/A |
| Multi-Material Support | AMS Compatible (up to 16 colors) | N/A |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Box Contents | P1S, Build Plate, Spare Nozzle, Scraper | X-Max 3, Dry Box, 2 Nozzles, Tools |
| Brand | Bambu Lab | Qidi Tech |
✅ Pros: Professional enclosed printing at a mid-range price.
❌ Cons: Basic screen and slower camera than X1-C.
✅ Pros: Industrial grade; chamber heating prevents warping.
❌ Cons: Very heavy and large desktop footprint.
The Qidi X-Max 3 is the industrial winner because of its actively heated chamber. The Bambu P1S is much more user-friendly and reliable for everyday hobbyists. **The downside:** The Qidi is a massive beast that consumes a lot of desk space. We were disappointed that the P1S doesn't have an actively heated chamber option. Pick the Qidi for engineering, or the Bambu for a flawless hobbyist experience.