Creality K1 vs Longer Orange 4K V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Creality K1 ($419, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, 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 Creality K1 takes the crown with 8.6/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $220.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Creality K1 | Longer Orange 4K V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $419 | $199 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 120 x 68 x 195 mm |
| Print Speed | 600 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 12.5 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 8.6/10 | 6/10 |
Pros & Cons
Creality K1
+Enclosed CoreXY at 600mm/s without needing to buy the larger K1 Max
+Auto leveling and WiFi are standard, not options
+Toolless nozzle removal: unscrew nothing, pull the hotend out by hand
+Handles ABS well enough that most users don't feel they need active heating
−220mm cube feels cramped next to the K1 Max's 300mm
−Firmware shipped with issues that needed patches before it printed well
−Enclosure is passive, not heated: ABS warping is reduced, not eliminated
Longer Orange 4K V2
+Better light uniformity than the V1 means fewer dark patches at plate edges
+WiFi at $199 is a feature the original didn't have
+Compact enough to store in a drawer when not printing
−4K resolution is dated: the Elegoo Mars 4 offers 7K for $149 with better community support
−120x68mm plate is small even by entry-level standards
−Longer's support community is thin: problems are harder to solve than on Elegoo hardware
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Creality K1 if you want:
- A great printer for speed
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for beginners
- Enclosed CoreXY
- Auto bed leveling
- WiFi
Choose the Longer Orange 4K V2 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Creality K1 better than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
By the numbers, the Creality K1 scores higher (8.6/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Longer Orange 4K V2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Creality K1 or Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Creality K1 is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Creality K1 worth $220 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Creality K1 scores higher overall (8.6/10 vs 6/10). The extra $220 gets you enclosed corexy at 600mm/s without needing to buy the larger k1 max.
What's the main difference between Creality K1 and Longer Orange 4K V2?
Technology: the Creality K1 is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.