Bambu Lab P1S vs QIDI iBox Mono2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Bambu Lab P1S ($599, FDM) and QIDI iBox Mono2 ($229, 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 P1S takes the crown with 9/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the QIDI iBox Mono2 saves you $370.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Bambu Lab P1S | QIDI iBox Mono2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599 | $229 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 120 x 68 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 14.13 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Overall Score | 9/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Bambu Lab P1S
+Fully enclosed for ABS/ASA
+HEPA filter for fumes
+Rock-solid reliability
+Excellent multi-material
−Pricier than open-frame alternatives
−Enclosure limits access during prints
−AMS sold separately
QIDI iBox Mono2
+Compact enclosed design reduces odor spread
+WiFi standard
+QIDI build quality
+Minimal desk footprint
−4K resolution dated
−Smaller build volume
−QIDI resin community less established
−Pricier than alternatives at this spec
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Bambu Lab P1S if you want:
- A great printer for engineering
- A great printer for abs
- A great printer for enclosed
- Enclosed
- Multi-material (AMS)
- WiFi
Choose the QIDI iBox Mono2 if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for compact
- 4K mono LCD
- Enclosed design
- WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bambu Lab P1S better than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
By the numbers, the Bambu Lab P1S scores higher (9/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the QIDI iBox Mono2 may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Bambu Lab P1S or QIDI iBox Mono2?
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 $370 more than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
The Bambu Lab P1S scores higher overall (9/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $370 gets you fully enclosed for abs/asa.
What's the main difference between Bambu Lab P1S and QIDI iBox Mono2?
Technology: the Bambu Lab P1S is FDM (filament) and the QIDI iBox Mono2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.