Prusa Core One
- Speed
- 500 mm/s
- Score
- 8.2/10
- Wins
- 2/5
Prusa Core One vs Qidi Q1 Pro
- The Prusa Core One wins, 8.2 vs 8 out of 10.
- Near-same build volume (250×220×270 vs 245×245×240 mm, 1.03×).
- The Qidi Q1 Pro is faster (600 ÷ 500 = 1.2×) and costs less. Easy pick.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Qidi Q1 Pro
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 2/5
The verdict
Buy the Prusa Core One.
8.2/10 vs Qidi Q1 Pro's 8/10, and it wins 2 of 5 categories. Outstanding print quality and the best support in the business. The price premium is real, though. If you don't care about the Prusa ecosystem specifically, there are better deals. If you do, it's worth every krona.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Prusa Core OnePrusa Research · FDM
vsQidi Q1 ProQidi Tech · FDM
| Prusa Core One | Spec | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 14.8 L (wins) | Build volume | 14.4 L |
| 500 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.1 mm |
| 22.5 kg | Weight | 20.3 kg |
Features
| Prusa Core One | Feature | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Enclosed CoreXY with active chamber heating (55C) | No |
| Yes | Nextruder direct drive (10:1 planetary) | No |
| Yes | 360-degree cooling duct | No |
| Yes | Ethernet + WiFi + NFC | No |
| Yes | MMU3 multi-material compatible | No |
| Yes | Open-source firmware (PrusaSlicer) | No |
| No | Enclosed CoreXY with 60C heated chamber | Yes |
| No | 350C tri-metal hotend | Yes |
| No | WiFi 6 + LAN connectivity | Yes |
| No | 1080p camera with timelapse | Yes |
| No | Dual Z-axis motors | Yes |
| No | 120C heated bed | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Prusa Core One | Spec | Qidi Q1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Value | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Beginner Friendliness | 7 |
| 10 (wins) | Print Quality | 9 |
| 8 | Speed | 9 (wins) |
| 10 (wins) | Reliability | 7 |
| 8.2 (wins) | Overall | 8 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 250 × 220 × 270 mm
- 245 × 245 × 240 mm
What owners say
Finally, Prusa takes on Bambu! The Core One is better in a box.
Prusa Core One owner, Tom's HardwareRail smoothness holds up well after months of hard use, minimal belt wear, and consistent chamber heat stability.
Prusa Core One owner, Prusa ForumIf you value open source and lifetime support, Prusa is still the gold standard. Just bring your wallet.
Prusa Core One owner, r/3DprintingTurn up the heat. The Q1 Pro brings industrial-grade chamber heating to the consumer market.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, Tom's HardwareA heated value. Consumer 3D printer with industrial capabilities at a fraction of the cost.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, 3DPrint.comThe heated chamber is a game changer for ABS and nylon. Just wish the firmware was more polished.
Qidi Q1 Pro owner, r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
Prusa Core One
- +Prusa reliability is not marketing. It's earned over years.
- +55C active chamber heating handles demanding materials
- +Fully open-source, no vendor lock-in anywhere
- −The assembled price is hard to justify against the Bambu alternatives
- −Build volume is smaller than what you'd expect at this price
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
- −Exposed heater is a genuine safety concern, not just a nitpick
- −Casing feels cheaper than the spec sheet suggests
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
- ELEGOO PLA filament, 1kgThe easy filament to start on. Prints at low temperatures and warps less.
- ELEGOO PETG filament, 1kgTougher and more heat tolerant than PLA, for parts that get handled or sit in the sun.
- SUNLU filament dryer S1 PlusWet filament causes stringing and rough surfaces. A dryer fixes that before you blame the printer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Prusa Core One better than the Qidi Q1 Pro?
By the numbers, the Prusa Core One scores higher (8.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Qidi Q1 Pro may be the smarter buy if you need enclosed.
Which is better for beginners, Prusa Core One or Qidi Q1 Pro?
Both score 7/10 for beginners. Go with the Qidi Q1 Pro, the cheaper of the two.
Is the Prusa Core One worth paying more for over the Qidi Q1 Pro?
The Prusa Core One scores higher overall (8.2/10 vs 8/10). The extra money gets you prusa reliability is not marketing. it's earned over years..
What's the main difference between Prusa Core One and Qidi Q1 Pro?
Build volume (250x220x270mm vs 245x245x240mm) and print speed (500 vs 600 mm/s). The Prusa Core One is best for precision; the Qidi Q1 Pro targets enclosed.