Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Bambu Lab P2S
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Bambu Lab P2S are both FDM 3D printers competing in different tiers — $349 vs $549. We scored both across value, beginner-friendliness, quality, speed, and reliability. Here's the full breakdown.
Our Verdict
The Bambu Lab P2S takes the crown with 8.8/10 vs 7.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus saves you $200.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus | Bambu Lab P2S |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $549 |
| Type | FDM | FDM |
| Build Volume | 300 x 300 x 400 mm | 256 x 256 x 256 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 14.5 kg | 14.9 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 8.8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
+Massive build volume at $349
+Klipper pre-installed
+Direct drive
+Great for cosplay
−Mixed QC reviews
−Smaller community
−Can be loud
−No enclosure
Bambu Lab P2S
+Quick-swap nozzle system is a game-changer
+1080p camera with AI failure detection
+Adaptive cooling pulls in outside air or recirculates
+AMS 2 Pro doubles as a filament dryer
−No LiDAR sensor (reserved for X-series)
−No upgrade path from P1S
−AMS 2 Pro wastes filament on color changes
−$799 for the Combo adds up quickly
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for speed
- 300x300x400mm build
- Klipper
- Auto bed leveling
Choose the Bambu Lab P2S if you want:
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for multi-color
- Enclosed CoreXY
- AMS 2 Pro compatible
- 5-inch touchscreen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus better than the Bambu Lab P2S?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P2S scores higher (8.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus may be the smarter buy if you need large-prints.
Which is better for beginners, Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus or Bambu Lab P2S?
The Bambu Lab P2S is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Bambu Lab P2S worth $200 more than the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus?
The Bambu Lab P2S scores higher overall (8.8/10 vs 7.4/10). The extra $200 gets you quick-swap nozzle system is a game-changer.
What's the main difference between Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Bambu Lab P2S?
Build volume (300x300x400mm vs 256x256x256mm) and print speed (500 vs 500 mm/s). The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus is best for large-prints; the Bambu Lab P2S targets speed.