Longer Orange 4K V2 vs Qidi Q1 Pro
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Longer Orange 4K V2 ($199, RESIN) and Qidi Q1 Pro ($449, FDM) 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 Qidi Q1 Pro takes the crown with 8/10 vs 6/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K V2 saves you $250.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Longer Orange 4K V2 | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | $449 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 120 x 68 x 195 mm | 245 x 245 x 240 mm |
| Print Speed | 90 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 kg | 20.3 kg |
| Overall Score | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Pros & Cons
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
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
+Printing within 10 minutes of unboxing
−Exposed heater is a genuine safety concern, not just a nitpick
−Casing feels cheaper than the spec sheet suggests
−Klipper fork firmware needs work
−Thin material profiles out of the box
Who Should Buy Which?
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
Choose the Qidi Q1 Pro if you want:
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for professional
- A great printer for precision
- Enclosed CoreXY with 60C heated chamber
- 350C tri-metal hotend
- WiFi 6 + LAN connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Longer Orange 4K V2 better than the Qidi Q1 Pro?
By the numbers, the Qidi Q1 Pro scores higher (8/10). 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, Longer Orange 4K V2 or Qidi Q1 Pro?
The Qidi Q1 Pro is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Qidi Q1 Pro worth $250 more than the Longer Orange 4K V2?
The Qidi Q1 Pro scores higher overall (8/10 vs 6/10). The extra $250 gets you 60c chamber heating: abs, nylon, and pc without warping.
What's the main difference between Longer Orange 4K V2 and Qidi Q1 Pro?
Technology: the Longer Orange 4K V2 is RESIN (filament) and the Qidi Q1 Pro is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.