Creality Halot-Mage Pro vs Qidi Q1 Pro
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Creality Halot-Mage Pro ($299, RESIN) and Qidi Q1 Pro ($449, FDM) 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 Qidi Q1 Pro takes the crown with 8/10 vs 7.2/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Speed. That said, the Creality Halot-Mage Pro saves you $150.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Creality Halot-Mage Pro | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $449 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 228 x 128 x 230 mm | 245 x 245 x 240 mm |
| Print Speed | 120 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Weight | 9.8 kg | 20.3 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.2/10 | 8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Creality Halot-Mage Pro
+Integral light source eliminates the uneven exposure common in budget MSLA printers
+8K resolution at $299 undercuts most Saturn-class competitors
+Built-in air purifier is functional, not decorative
+Creality's brand means spare parts and community resources are accessible
−Creality's resin-specific community is smaller than Elegoo's well-established base
−Firmware has shipped with bugs that need patching before first use
−228x128mm plate is slightly smaller than the Elegoo Saturn at the same price point
Qidi Q1 Pro
+60C chamber heating: ABS, nylon, and PC without warping
+350C hotend handles every engineering filament you'll throw at it
+WiFi 6, 1080p monitoring, timelapse built in
+Printing within 10 minutes of unboxing
−Exposed heater is a genuine safety concern, not just a nitpick
−Casing feels cheaper than the spec sheet suggests
−Klipper fork firmware needs work
−Thin material profiles out of the box
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Creality Halot-Mage Pro if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for detail
- 8K mono LCD
- Integral light source
- WiFi
Choose the Qidi Q1 Pro if you want:
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for professional
- A great printer for precision
- Enclosed CoreXY with 60C heated chamber
- 350C tri-metal hotend
- WiFi 6 + LAN connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Creality Halot-Mage Pro better than the Qidi Q1 Pro?
By the numbers, the Qidi Q1 Pro scores higher (8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Creality Halot-Mage Pro may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Creality Halot-Mage Pro or Qidi Q1 Pro?
The Qidi Q1 Pro is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Qidi Q1 Pro worth $150 more than the Creality Halot-Mage Pro?
The Qidi Q1 Pro scores higher overall (8/10 vs 7.2/10). The extra $150 gets you 60c chamber heating: abs, nylon, and pc without warping.
What's the main difference between Creality Halot-Mage Pro and Qidi Q1 Pro?
Technology: the Creality Halot-Mage Pro is RESIN (filament) and the Qidi Q1 Pro is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.