Bambu Lab P1S
- Price
- $449
- Score
- 9/10
- Wins
- 3/5
Bambu Lab P1S vs Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra
- The Bambu Lab P1S takes the crown with 9/10 vs 8/10.
- It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Speed, Reliability.
- That said, the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra saves you $150 and wins on Value.
Specs and US prices from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra
- Price
- $299
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 1/5
The verdict
Buy the P1S.
9/10 vs Saturn 3 Ultra's 8/10, and it wins 3 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
vsSaturn 3 UltraElegoo · RESIN
| P1S | Spec | Saturn 3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $449 | Price | $299 (wins) |
| 16.8 L (wins) | Build volume | 7.0 L |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 150 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.01 mm (wins) |
| 14.13 kg | Weight | 10.5 kg |
Features
| P1S | Feature | Saturn 3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Enclosed | No |
| Yes | Multi-material (AMS) | No |
| Yes | WiFi | Yes |
| Yes | Camera | No |
| Yes | HEPA filter | No |
| Yes | Active chamber heating | No |
| No | 12K mono LCD | Yes |
| No | Tilt release | Yes |
| No | Air purifier | Yes |
| No | Larger build plate | Yes |
Value math
$449 ÷ 16.8 L and $299 ÷ 7.0 L. Lower is more printer for the money.
| P1S | Spec | Saturn 3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $26.76 (wins) | $ per liter | $42.89 |
Scores out of 10
| P1S | Spec | Saturn 3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Value | 9 (wins) |
| 8 (wins) | Beginner Friendliness | 6 |
| 10 | Print Quality | 10 |
| 9 (wins) | Speed | 7 |
| 10 (wins) | Reliability | 8 |
| 9 (wins) | Overall | 8 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 256 × 256 × 256 mm
- 218 × 123 × 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 HardwarePrinted 32 minis in one run at 12K. The Saturn 3 Ultra has ruined other printers for me.
Saturn 3 Ultra owner, r/PrintedMinisThis is the resin printer I recommend to anyone who is serious about the hobby.
Saturn 3 Ultra owner, 3D Printing Nerd (YouTube)
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
Saturn 3 Ultra
- +218x123mm plate holds a full 10-model squad in one run at 12K resolution
- +Tilt release on a plate this size dramatically reduces FEP tears
- +Terrain, dungeon tiles, and large busts all fit without splitting
- −A full plate run goes through resin fast: budget for 500ml+ per session
- −Post-processing for a full plate takes the better part of an hour
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.
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1S better than the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S scores higher (9/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1S or Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra?
The Bambu Lab P1S is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Bambu Lab P1S worth $150 more than the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra?
The Bambu Lab P1S scores higher overall (9/10 vs 8/10). The extra $150 gets you hepa filter actually handles abs fumes, not just pla smell.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1S and Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra?
Technology: the Bambu Lab P1S is FDM (filament) and the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.