Longer Orange 4K vs Qidi Q1 Pro
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Longer Orange 4K ($129, 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 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K saves you $320 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Longer Orange 4K | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $449 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 118 x 66 x 190 mm | 245 x 245 x 240 mm |
| Print Speed | 80 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.1 mm |
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 20.3 kg |
| Overall Score | 6.4/10 | 8/10 |
Pros & Cons
Longer Orange 4K
+$129 is the absolute floor for resin printing
+WiFi at this price is genuinely surprising
+4K resolution is enough to see if resin is your thing
−118x66mm build plate: one mini at a time, if they're small
−4K resolution is dated next to 9K and 12K competitors
−Long-term reliability is unknown; smaller community means fewer fixes documented online
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 if you want:
- A great printer for budget
- A great printer for resin
- 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 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 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Longer Orange 4K 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 $320 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Qidi Q1 Pro scores higher overall (8/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $320 gets you 60c chamber heating: abs, nylon, and pc without warping.
What's the main difference between Longer Orange 4K and Qidi Q1 Pro?
Technology: the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (filament) and the Qidi Q1 Pro is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.