Kingroon KLP1 vs Longer Orange 4K V2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Kingroon KLP1 ($299, 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 Kingroon KLP1 takes the crown with 7.6/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $100.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Kingroon KLP1 | Longer Orange 4K V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $199 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 200 x 200 x 200 mm | 120 x 68 x 195 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 8.5 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.6/10 | 6/10 |
Pros & Cons
Kingroon KLP1
+Enclosed CoreXY with linear rails and Klipper at $299: this combination normally costs $400+
+Compact enough to fit on a shelf while still being fully enclosed
+Klipper access means you can tune everything from macros to pressure advance
+CoreXY inside an enclosure means ABS and PETG print cleanly
−200mm cube is the real limitation: larger parts need splitting
−Kingroon's community is thin: if something breaks, you're mostly solving it from Klipper docs and Reddit
−Needs calibration time out of the box before it prints well
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 Kingroon KLP1 if you want:
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for compact
- A great printer for diy
- Enclosed
- Linear rails
- CoreXY
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 Kingroon KLP1 better than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
By the numbers, the Kingroon KLP1 scores higher (7.6/10). 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, Kingroon KLP1 or Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Kingroon KLP1 is more beginner-friendly (6/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Kingroon KLP1 worth $100 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Kingroon KLP1 scores higher overall (7.6/10 vs 6/10). The extra $100 gets you enclosed corexy with linear rails and klipper at $299: this combination normally costs $400+.
What's the main difference between Kingroon KLP1 and Longer Orange 4K V2?
Technology: the Kingroon KLP1 is FDM (filament) and the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.