Bambu Lab P1P vs Longer Orange 4K
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Bambu Lab P1P ($499, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K ($129, 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 Bambu Lab P1P takes the crown with 8.8/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K saves you $370 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Bambu Lab P1P | Longer Orange 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 | $129 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 118 x 66 x 190 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 8.8/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Bambu Lab P1P
+Same CoreXY motion system as P1S
+Bambu ecosystem and slicer
+Fast and reliable
+Upgradeable to enclosed
−Open frame — no enclosure stock
−AMS sold separately
−More expensive than A1 for fewer features
Longer Orange 4K
+Cheapest resin printer
+WiFi at this price
+Decent 4K resolution
−Very small build plate
−4K resolution below current standard
−Less reliable long-term
−Tiny community
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Bambu Lab P1P if you want:
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for beginners
- A great printer for budget
- CoreXY
- Auto bed leveling
- WiFi
Choose the Longer Orange 4K if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1P better than the Longer Orange 4K?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1P scores higher (8.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the Longer Orange 4K may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1P or Longer Orange 4K?
The Bambu Lab P1P is more beginner-friendly (9/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Bambu Lab P1P worth $370 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Bambu Lab P1P scores higher overall (8.8/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $370 gets you same corexy motion system as p1s.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1P and Longer Orange 4K?
Technology: the Bambu Lab P1P is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.