Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Longer Orange 4K V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus ($349, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, 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 Sidewinder X4 Plus takes the crown with 7.4/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $150.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus | Longer Orange 4K V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349 | $199 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 300 x 300 x 400 mm | 120 x 68 x 195 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 14.5 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 |
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
Longer Orange 4K V2
+Better light uniformity than the V1 means fewer dark patches at plate edges
+WiFi at $199 is a feature the original didn't have
+Compact enough to store in a drawer when not printing
−4K resolution is dated: the Elegoo Mars 4 offers 7K for $149 with better community support
−120x68mm plate is small even by entry-level standards
−Longer's support community is thin: problems are harder to solve than on Elegoo hardware
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 Longer Orange 4K V2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus better than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
By the numbers, the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus scores higher (7.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Longer Orange 4K V2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus or Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus is more beginner-friendly (6/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus worth $150 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus scores higher overall (7.4/10 vs 6/10). The extra $150 gets you 300x300x400mm at $349: the price-per-cubic-millimeter is absurd.
What's the main difference between Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Longer Orange 4K V2?
Technology: the Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.