Elegoo Neptune 4
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 8.2/10
- Wins
- 2/5
Elegoo Neptune 4 vs Qidi Q1 Pro
- The Elegoo Neptune 4 wins, 8.2 vs 8 out of 10.
- Near-same build volume (245×245×240 vs 225×225×265 mm, 1.07×).
- The Qidi Q1 Pro is faster (600 ÷ 500 = 1.2×) but costs more.
- Pick the Neptune 4 unless print time is your bottleneck.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Qidi Q1 Pro
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 2/5
The verdict
Buy the Neptune 4.
8.2/10 vs Qidi Q1 Pro's 8/10, and it wins 2 of 5 categories. Very close race with the Ender 3 V3 KE. The KE has WiFi, this has a slightly larger bed. Pick based on brand preference or which one is in stock. Neither is wrong.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Neptune 4Elegoo · FDM
vsQidi Q1 ProQidi Tech · FDM
| Neptune 4 | Spec | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 13.4 L | Build volume | 14.4 L (wins) |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.1 mm |
| 9.5 kg | Weight | 20.3 kg |
Features
| Neptune 4 | Feature | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Klipper firmware | No |
| Yes | Auto bed leveling | No |
| Yes | Direct drive | No |
| Yes | PEI build plate | No |
| Yes | High-speed mode | No |
| No | Enclosed CoreXY with 60C heated chamber | Yes |
| No | 350C tri-metal hotend | Yes |
| No | WiFi 6 + LAN connectivity | Yes |
| No | 1080p camera with timelapse | Yes |
| No | Dual Z-axis motors | Yes |
| No | 120C heated bed | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Neptune 4 | Spec | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 10 (wins) | Value | 8 |
| 8 (wins) | Beginner Friendliness | 7 |
| 8 | Print Quality | 9 (wins) |
| 8 | Speed | 9 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 7 |
| 8.2 (wins) | Overall | 8 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 225 × 225 × 265 mm
- 245 × 245 × 240 mm
What owners say
Klipper for [this price] with a direct drive? Elegoo is giving Creality a real run for their money.
Neptune 4 owner, r/3DprintingSolid budget machine. Does what it says at a price that's hard to beat.
Neptune 4 owner, Maker's Muse (YouTube)Turn up the heat. The Q1 Pro brings industrial-grade chamber heating to the consumer market.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, Tom's HardwareA heated value. Consumer 3D printer with industrial capabilities at a fraction of the cost.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, 3DPrint.comThe heated chamber is a game changer for ABS and nylon. Just wish the firmware was more polished.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
Neptune 4
- +Klipper at this price means real input shaping and pressure advance, not just fast travel speeds
- +Direct drive handles TPU without a fight
- +500mm/s capable on stock profiles
- −No WiFi on the base model: Elegoo charges extra for connectivity the KE includes free
- −Elegoo's community is smaller than Creality's, which matters when you hit unusual problems
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
- −Exposed heater is a genuine safety concern, not just a nitpick
- −Casing feels cheaper than the spec sheet suggests
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Elegoo Neptune 4 better than the Qidi Q1 Pro?
By the numbers, the Elegoo Neptune 4 scores higher (8.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Qidi Q1 Pro may be the smarter buy if you need enclosed.
Which is better for beginners, Elegoo Neptune 4 or Qidi Q1 Pro?
The Elegoo Neptune 4 is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 7/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Qidi Q1 Pro worth paying more for over the Elegoo Neptune 4?
The Elegoo Neptune 4 actually scores higher (8.2/10) despite costing less. The Qidi Q1 Pro only makes sense if you specifically need enclosed.
What's the main difference between Elegoo Neptune 4 and Qidi Q1 Pro?
Build volume (225x225x265mm vs 245x245x240mm) and print speed (500 vs 600 mm/s). The Elegoo Neptune 4 is best for budget; the Qidi Q1 Pro targets enclosed.