QIDI iBox Mono2
- Speed
- 90 mm/h
- Score
- 6.4/10
- Wins
- 0/5
QIDI iBox Mono2 vs QIDI X-Max 3
- The QIDI X-Max 3 takes the crown with 8/10 vs 6.4/10.
- It pulls ahead in Value, Print Quality, Speed, Reliability.
- That said, the QIDI iBox Mono2 costs less.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
QIDI X-Max 3
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 4/5
The verdict
Buy the X-Max 3.
8/10 vs iBox Mono2's 6.4/10, and it wins 4 of 5 categories. Large prints plus engineering materials plus an enclosure: this combination is genuinely rare under $2,000. The community is small and the software is rough, but the hardware does what it claims.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
iBox Mono2QIDI · RESIN
vsX-Max 3QIDI · FDM
| iBox Mono2 | Spec | X-Max 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L | Build volume | 33.3 L (wins) |
| 90 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s |
| 0.01 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 5.2 kg | Weight | 25 kg |
Features
| iBox Mono2 | Feature | X-Max 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 4K mono LCD | No |
| Yes | Enclosed design | No |
| Yes | WiFi | Yes |
| Yes | Compact form factor | No |
| No | Enclosed | Yes |
| No | Large CoreXY | Yes |
| No | Chamber heating (60C) | Yes |
| No | Auto bed leveling | Yes |
| No | Camera | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| iBox Mono2 | Spec | X-Max 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Value | 8 (wins) |
| 6 | Beginner Friendliness | 6 |
| 7 | Print Quality | 9 (wins) |
| 5 | Speed | 9 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 8 (wins) |
| 6.4 | Overall | 8 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 120 × 68 × 200 mm
- 325 × 325 × 315 mm
What owners say
The enclosed design is the killer feature. My apartment doesn't smell like a resin factory anymore.
iBox Mono2 owner, r/resinprintingNiche pick, but if you share a small space, the enclosure is worth it.
iBox Mono2 owner, r/PrintedMinis325mm enclosed with chamber heating, nothing else touches this at [this price].
X-Max 3 owner, r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
iBox Mono2
- +Enclosed design contains resin fumes better than open printers without relying solely on a purifier
- +WiFi standard, unlike some competitors at this price
- +QIDI build quality is solid and consistent
- −4K resolution is significantly behind competitors offering 9K at the same price
- −120x68mm build volume is one of the smallest in the category
X-Max 3
- +325mm enclosed with 60C active heating is a combination you almost can't find under $1,500
- +Independent Z motors keep the bed trammed even on 24-hour prints
- +Handles PA-CF and PC natively without a fight
- −25kg: set it up once and it lives there
- −A smaller community than Bambu means you're mostly on your own troubleshooting
Buy these with it
A printer does nothing without these. Grab them in the same order.
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 QIDI iBox Mono2 better than the QIDI X-Max 3?
By the numbers, the QIDI X-Max 3 scores higher (8/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the QIDI iBox Mono2 may be the smarter buy if you need resin.
Which is better for beginners, QIDI iBox Mono2 or QIDI X-Max 3?
Both score 6/10 for beginners. Go with the QIDI iBox Mono2, the cheaper of the two.
Is the QIDI X-Max 3 worth paying more for over the QIDI iBox Mono2?
The QIDI X-Max 3 scores higher overall (8/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra money gets you 325mm enclosed with 60c active heating is a combination you almost can't find under $1,500.
What's the main difference between QIDI iBox Mono2 and QIDI X-Max 3?
Technology: the QIDI iBox Mono2 is RESIN (filament) and the QIDI X-Max 3 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.