Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Elegoo Jupiter SE
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus ($349, FDM) and Elegoo Jupiter SE ($340, 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 Elegoo Jupiter SE takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. It pulls ahead in Print Quality, Reliability. The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus still puts up a fight in Value and Speed.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus | Elegoo Jupiter SE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $340 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 300 x 300 x 400 mm | 277 x 156 x 300 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 70 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 14.5 kg | 18 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
+300x300x400mm at $349: the price-per-cubic-millimeter is absurd
+Klipper pre-installed with room to tune
+Direct drive handles TPU and flexible materials at this large scale
+Prints armor plates and large props without slicing and gluing
−QC varies batch to batch: some users get great units, some need calibration work
−Artillery's community is thin compared to Creality or Elegoo
−Gets audibly loud pushing 500mm/s; this is a workshop printer, not a bedroom one
Elegoo Jupiter SE
+277mm wide platform prints full-size miniature armies or large costume props in one run
+12.8-inch 6K mono screen gives better per-pixel resolution than smaller 8.9-inch screens
+COB light source delivers more even illumination across the full platform vs edge-to-edge LED arrays
+Tilt release reduces print-failure rate on large cross-sections
−18kg machine: this is a semi-permanent desk fixture, not something you move around
−Large FEP sheets cost more to replace and are harder to swap than smaller printer FEPs
−Resin handling requires PPE and ventilation regardless of size; a large vat means more resin exposure risk
−Steep beginner learning curve: hollow supports and drainage holes are mandatory at this scale
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 Elegoo Jupiter SE if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for professional
- 12.8-inch 6K mono LCD screen
- 277x156x300mm build volume
- COB mono light source (60,000-hour lifespan)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus better than the Elegoo Jupiter SE?
By the numbers, the Elegoo Jupiter SE scores higher (7.8/10). 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 Elegoo Jupiter SE?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the Elegoo Jupiter SE to save $9.
Is the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus worth $9 more than the Elegoo Jupiter SE?
The Elegoo Jupiter SE actually scores higher (7.8/10) despite costing $9 less. The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus only makes sense if you specifically need large-prints.
What's the main difference between Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Elegoo Jupiter SE?
Technology: the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus is FDM (filament) and the Elegoo Jupiter SE is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.