Creality K2 Plus vs Longer Orange 4K
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Creality K2 Plus ($899, FDM) and Longer Orange 4K ($129, 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 K2 Plus takes the crown with 7.8/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K saves you $770 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Creality K2 Plus | Longer Orange 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $899 | $129 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 350 x 350 x 350 mm | 118 x 66 x 190 mm |
| Print Speed | 600 mm/s | 80 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 27 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.8/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Creality K2 Plus
+350mm enclosed cube: nothing else in the consumer space matches this volume at the price
+Multi-color CFS means you're not limited to single-filament on big jobs
+Active carbon filtration handles ABS fumes at this scale
+Independent dual Z keeps the bed level on a platform this large
−27kg means you set it up once and it stays there
−CFS adds setup complexity that single-color users don't need to pay for
−At $899, this is a commitment; make sure you need 350mm before buying
Longer Orange 4K
+$129 is the absolute floor for resin printing
+WiFi at this price is genuinely surprising
+4K resolution is enough to see if resin is your thing
−118x66mm build plate: one mini at a time, if they're small
−4K resolution is dated next to 9K and 12K competitors
−Long-term reliability is unknown; smaller community means fewer fixes documented online
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the Creality K2 Plus if you want:
- A great printer for large-prints
- A great printer for professional
- A great printer for multi-color
- Enclosed
- 350mm build volume
- CFS multi-color
Choose the Longer Orange 4K if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- 5.5" 4K mono LCD
- WiFi
- USB
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Creality K2 Plus better than the Longer Orange 4K?
By the numbers, the Creality K2 Plus scores higher (7.8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Longer Orange 4K may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Creality K2 Plus or Longer Orange 4K?
The Creality K2 Plus is more beginner-friendly (6/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Creality K2 Plus worth $770 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Creality K2 Plus scores higher overall (7.8/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $770 gets you 350mm enclosed cube: nothing else in the consumer space matches this volume at the price.
What's the main difference between Creality K2 Plus and Longer Orange 4K?
Technology: the Creality K2 Plus is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.