Bambu Lab P1S
- Price
- $449
- Score
- 9/10
- Wins
- 2/5
Bambu Lab P1S vs Bambu Lab X2D
- The Bambu Lab P1S wins, 9 vs 8.8 out of 10.
- Near-same build volume (256×256×260 vs 256³ mm, 1.02×).
- The X2D is faster (600 ÷ 500 = 1.2×) for $200 ($649 − $449) more.
- Pick the P1S unless print time is your bottleneck.
Specs and US prices from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Bambu Lab X2D
- Price
- $649
- Score
- 8.8/10
- Wins
- 1/5
The verdict
Buy the P1S.
9/10 vs X2D's 8.8/10, and it wins 2 of 5 categories. Buy this if you print ABS, ASA, or anything that smells or warps in open air. The enclosure and filtration aren't optional extras, they're the whole point. If you only print PLA, save $50 and get the A1 Combo.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
P1SBambu Lab · FDM
vsX2DBambu Lab · FDM
| P1S | Spec | X2D |
|---|---|---|
| $449 (wins) | Price | $649 |
| 16.8 L | Build volume | 17.0 L (wins) |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 14.13 kg | Weight | 22 kg |
Features
| P1S | Feature | X2D |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Enclosed | No |
| Yes | Multi-material (AMS) | No |
| Yes | WiFi | No |
| Yes | Camera | No |
| Yes | HEPA filter | No |
| Yes | Active chamber heating | No |
| No | Dual extruder (direct drive + bowden) | Yes |
| No | 65C actively heated chamber | Yes |
| No | 300C hotend with servo extruder and real-time flow sensing | Yes |
| No | Optional Vision Encoder (50-micron motion accuracy) | Yes |
| No | 31 sensors monitoring feed path, thermals, and safety | Yes |
| No | AI camera with failure detection | Yes |
| No | AMS 2 Pro compatible | Yes |
| No | Stainless steel linear rails | Yes |
| No | 3-stage air filtration (G3 + H12 HEPA + activated carbon) | Yes |
| No | Sub-50dB noise level | Yes |
Value math
$449 ÷ 16.8 L and $649 ÷ 17.0 L. Lower is more printer for the money.
| P1S | Spec | X2D |
|---|---|---|
| $26.76 (wins) | $ per liter | $38.09 |
| $0.90 (wins) | $ per mm/s | $1.08 |
Scores out of 10
| P1S | Spec | X2D |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Value | 8 |
| 8 (wins) | Beginner Friendliness | 7 |
| 10 | Print Quality | 10 |
| 9 | Speed | 10 (wins) |
| 10 (wins) | Reliability | 9 |
| 9 (wins) | Overall | 8.8 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 256 × 256 × 256 mm
- 256 × 256 × 260 mm
What owners say
The P1S is the printer I tell people to buy when they say 'I want something that just works.'
P1S owner, r/3DprintingRefreshing a best seller. The P1S is the strong choice for anyone wanting to print ABS without headaches.
P1S owner, Tom's HardwareExceptional print quality, material compatibility, and all at a superb price.
X2D owner, TechRadarImproving a fan favorite. The X2D delivers where it counts.
X2D owner, Tom's Hardware
Pros & Cons
P1S
- +HEPA filter actually handles ABS fumes, not just PLA smell
- +CoreXY at 500mm/s inside an enclosed chamber
- +Reliability track record is as good as anything at this price
- −$449 without AMS, which adds another $100-150 on top
- −Enclosure lid has to come off to reach prints mid-job
X2D
- +Dual nozzle at $649, a third of what the H2D costs
- +65C heated chamber handles any engineering material you'll realistically use
- +31 sensors and a servo extruder with real-time flow compensation
- −Same build volume as the P2S, not the H2D's bigger 325mm
- −Dual-extrusion mode shrinks the usable X to around 235.5mm
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
- ELEGOO PLA filament, 1kgThe easy filament to start on. Prints at low temperatures and warps less.
- ELEGOO PETG filament, 1kgTougher and more heat tolerant than PLA, for parts that get handled or sit in the sun.
- SUNLU filament dryer S1 PlusWet filament causes stringing and rough surfaces. A dryer fixes that before you blame the printer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1S better than the Bambu Lab X2D?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S scores higher (9/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Bambu Lab X2D may be the smarter buy if you need professional.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1S or Bambu Lab X2D?
The Bambu Lab P1S is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 7/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Bambu Lab X2D worth $200 more than the Bambu Lab P1S?
The Bambu Lab P1S actually scores higher (9/10) despite costing $200 less. The Bambu Lab X2D only makes sense if you specifically need professional.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1S and Bambu Lab X2D?
Build volume (256x256x256mm vs 256x256x260mm) and print speed (500 vs 600 mm/s). The Bambu Lab P1S is best for engineering; the Bambu Lab X2D targets professional.