Prusa XL
- Speed
- 200 mm/s
- Score
- 6.8/10
- Wins
- 2/5
Prusa XL vs QIDI X-Plus 3
- The QIDI X-Plus 3 wins, 8.4 vs 6.8 out of 10.
- Prusa XL prints 2.2× the volume (360³ ÷ 280×280×270 = 2.20) for more money.
- X-Plus 3 is faster, 600 vs 200 mm/s.
- Pick the X-Plus 3 if your prints fit in 27 cm.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
QIDI X-Plus 3
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8.4/10
- Wins
- 3/5
The verdict
Buy the X-Plus 3.
8.4/10 vs Prusa XL's 6.8/10, and it wins 3 of 5 categories. This is the printer for ABS and Nylon at a price that doesn't hurt. The chamber heating is the feature: everything else at this price is warping-mitigation theater. If you're printing PLA only, look elsewhere. If ABS is part of your workflow, look here first.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
Prusa XLPrusa Research · FDM
vsX-Plus 3QIDI · FDM
| Prusa XL | Spec | X-Plus 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 46.7 L (wins) | Build volume | 21.2 L |
| 200 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 25 kg | Weight | 17 kg |
Features
| Prusa XL | Feature | X-Plus 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Multi-tool (up to 5 heads) | No |
| Yes | 360mm build volume | No |
| Yes | Segmented heatbed | No |
| Yes | Open source | No |
| Yes | Ethernet | No |
| No | Enclosed | Yes |
| No | CoreXY | Yes |
| No | Chamber heating (60C) | Yes |
| No | Auto bed leveling | Yes |
| No | WiFi | Yes |
| No | Camera | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| Prusa XL | Spec | X-Plus 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Value | 9 (wins) |
| 5 | Beginner Friendliness | 7 (wins) |
| 10 (wins) | Print Quality | 9 |
| 5 | Speed | 9 (wins) |
| 9 (wins) | Reliability | 8 |
| 6.8 | Overall | 8.4 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 360 × 360 × 360 mm
- 280 × 280 × 270 mm
What owners say
True tool-changing is a different league from filament swapping. The XL actually delivers.
Prusa XL owner, r/prusa3dThe most capable consumer printer ever made. If you need it, you know you need it.
Prusa XL owner, CNC Kitchen (YouTube)Active chamber heating to 60C at this price? QIDI is quietly winning the enclosed printer game.
X-Plus 3 owner, r/3DprintingThe X-Plus 3 handles Nylon and PC better than printers costing twice as much.
X-Plus 3 owner, Edge of Tech (YouTube)
Pros & Cons
Prusa XL
- +5 independent tool heads means true material switching, not color blending on a single hotend
- +360mm cube handles parts that can't be split and glued
- +Segmented heated bed powers down unused zones, saving real electricity on large prints
- −At this price you still print at 200mm/s: the speed is hard to accept at this price
- −Delivery times have been 2-4 months; plan accordingly
X-Plus 3
- +60C active chamber heating is the real feature: ABS stops warping, Nylon actually sticks
- +Handles PA, PC, and carbon-fiber composites without drama
- +CoreXY at 600mm/s inside a heated enclosure is genuinely rare under $600
- −QIDI's slicer software feels like 2020: functional but not pleasant
- −Community is small; problems require more DIY solving than Bambu or Creality
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 XL better than the QIDI X-Plus 3?
By the numbers, the QIDI X-Plus 3 scores higher (8.4/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Prusa XL may be the smarter buy if you need professional.
Which is better for beginners, Prusa XL or QIDI X-Plus 3?
The QIDI X-Plus 3 is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 5/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Prusa XL worth paying more for over the QIDI X-Plus 3?
The QIDI X-Plus 3 actually scores higher (8.4/10) despite costing less. The Prusa XL only makes sense if you specifically need professional.
What's the main difference between Prusa XL and QIDI X-Plus 3?
Build volume (360x360x360mm vs 280x280x270mm) and print speed (200 vs 600 mm/s). The Prusa XL is best for professional; the QIDI X-Plus 3 targets engineering.