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 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
QIDI iBox Mono2
+Enclosed design contains resin fumes better than open printers without relying solely on a purifier
+WiFi standard, unlike some competitors at this price
+QIDI build quality is solid and consistent
+Minimal footprint fits where other resin printers won't
−4K resolution is significantly behind competitors offering 9K at the same price
−120x68mm build volume is one of the smallest in the category
−$229 for 4K when Elegoo Mars 4 gives you 7K for $149 is a tough math problem
−QIDI's resin community is small: problems stay unsolved longer
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 corexy with linear rails and klipper at $299: this combination normally costs $400+.
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.