Longer Orange 4K vs Qidi Q2
Head-to-head 3D printer comparison, 2026
Comparing FDM to resin? The Longer Orange 4K ($129, RESIN) and Qidi Q2 ($499, 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 Q2 takes the crown with 8.6/10 vs 6.4/10. It pulls ahead in Beginner Friendliness, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability. That said, the Longer Orange 4K saves you $370 and wins on Value.
Score Breakdown
Specifications
| Spec | Longer Orange 4K | Qidi Q2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $499 |
| Type | RESIN | FDM |
| Build Volume | 118 x 66 x 190 mm | 230 x 230 x 240 mm |
| Print Speed | 80 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Min Resolution | 0.01 mm | 0.05 mm |
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 16.5 kg |
| Overall Score | 6.4/10 | 8.6/10 |
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 Q2
+65C chamber heating: ABS, nylon, PC, carbon fiber without drama
+Quick-swap nozzle that's actually on par with Bambu's
+Enclosed CoreXY with chamber heating at $499 is genuinely rare
+Firmware is noticeably better than the Q1 Pro
−Qidi ecosystem still a fraction of Bambu's size
−Build volume is a touch smaller than competitors at this price
−Community resources are thin compared to Bambu or Creality
−16.5kg is heavy for an open-frame-sized footprint
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 Q2 if you want:
- A great printer for engineering
- A great printer for enclosed
- A great printer for speed
- Enclosed CoreXY with 65C heated chamber
- 350C tri-metal hotend
- WiFi 6 + Ethernet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Longer Orange 4K better than the Qidi Q2?
By the numbers, the Qidi Q2 scores higher (8.6/10). 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 Q2?
The Qidi Q2 is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Qidi Q2 worth $370 more than the Longer Orange 4K?
The Qidi Q2 scores higher overall (8.6/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra $370 gets you 65c chamber heating: abs, nylon, pc, carbon fiber without drama.
What's the main difference between Longer Orange 4K and Qidi Q2?
Technology: the Longer Orange 4K is RESIN (filament) and the Qidi Q2 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.