Artillery Genius Pro vs QIDI iBox Mono2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Artillery Genius Pro ($249, FDM) and QIDI iBox Mono2 ($229, RESIN) use fundamentally different technologies. FDM melts filament layer by layer; resin cures liquid with UV light. Here's how they stack up.
Our Verdict
The Artillery Genius Pro takes the crown with 7.4/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Reliability. That said, the QIDI iBox Mono2 saves you $20.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Genius Pro | QIDI iBox Mono2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 | $229 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 120 x 68 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 200 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Artillery Genius Pro
+Dual Z axis keeps first layers even over weeks of printing without releveling
+Silent stepper drivers: quiet enough for a bedroom at 200mm/s
+Direct drive handles TPU and flexible filaments without feeding issues
+Build quality feels more solid than most sub-$300 machines
−200mm/s is the pace of 2021; the Creality V3 KE hits 500mm/s for the same money
−No WiFi or camera: bring your USB stick, every time
−Open frame means ABS is a gamble in anything less than a controlled environment
QIDI iBox Mono2
+Enclosed design contains resin fumes better than open printers without relying solely on a purifier
+WiFi standard, unlike some competitors at this price
+QIDI build quality is solid and consistent
+Minimal footprint fits where other resin printers won't
−4K resolution is significantly behind competitors offering 9K at the same price
−120x68mm build volume is one of the smallest in the category
−$229 for 4K when Elegoo Mars 4 gives you 7K for $149 is a tough math problem
−QIDI's resin community is small: problems stay unsolved longer
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Artillery Genius Pro if you want:
- A great printer for beginners
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for compact
- Direct drive
- Auto bed leveling
- Dual Z axis
Choose the QIDI iBox Mono2 if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for compact
- 4K mono LCD
- Enclosed design
- WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Genius Pro better than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
By the numbers, the Artillery Genius Pro scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the QIDI iBox Mono2 may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Artillery Genius Pro or QIDI iBox Mono2?
The Artillery Genius Pro is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Artillery Genius Pro worth $20 more than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
The Artillery Genius Pro scores higher overall (7.4/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $20 gets you dual z axis keeps first layers even over weeks of printing without releveling.
What's the main difference between Artillery Genius Pro and QIDI iBox Mono2?
Technology: the Artillery Genius Pro is FDM (filament) and the QIDI iBox Mono2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.