Kingroon KLP1 vs QIDI iBox Mono2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison — 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Kingroon KLP1 ($299, FDM) and QIDI iBox Mono2 ($229, 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 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Value, Print Quality, Speed. That said, the QIDI iBox Mono2 saves you $70.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Kingroon KLP1 | QIDI iBox Mono2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $229 |
| Type | FDM | RESIN |
| Build Volume | 200 x 200 x 200 mm | 120 x 68 x 200 mm |
| Print Speed | 500 mm/s | 90 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.05 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Weight | 8.5 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Overall Score | 7.6/10 | 6.4/10 |
Pros & Cons
Kingroon KLP1
+Enclosed with linear rails at $299
+CoreXY kinematics
+Klipper pre-installed
+Compact enclosed footprint
−Small 200mm build volume
−Kingroon community smaller than competitors
−Needs tuning out of box
QIDI iBox Mono2
+Compact enclosed design reduces odor spread
+WiFi standard
+QIDI build quality
+Minimal desk footprint
−4K resolution dated
−Smaller build volume
−QIDI resin community less established
−Pricier than alternatives at this spec
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 QIDI iBox Mono2 if you want:
- A great printer for resin
- A great printer for miniatures
- A great printer for compact
- 4K mono LCD
- Enclosed design
- WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingroon KLP1 better than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
By the numbers, the Kingroon KLP1 scores higher (7.6/10). But "better" depends on your use case — the QIDI iBox Mono2 may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, Kingroon KLP1 or QIDI iBox Mono2?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the QIDI iBox Mono2 to save $70.
Is the Kingroon KLP1 worth $70 more than the QIDI iBox Mono2?
The Kingroon KLP1 scores higher overall (7.6/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $70 gets you enclosed with linear rails at $299.
What's the main difference between Kingroon KLP1 and QIDI iBox Mono2?
Technology: the Kingroon KLP1 is FDM (filament) and the QIDI iBox Mono2 is RESIN (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.