QIDI iBox Mono2
- Speed
- 90 mm/h
- Score
- 6.4/10
- Wins
- 0/5
QIDI iBox Mono2 vs QIDI X-Smart 3
- The QIDI X-Smart 3 takes the crown with 8/10 vs 6.4/10.
- It pulls ahead in Value, Beginner Friendliness, 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-Smart 3
- Speed
- 600 mm/s
- Score
- 8/10
- Wins
- 5/5
The verdict
Buy the X-Smart 3.
8/10 vs iBox Mono2's 6.4/10, and it wins 5 of 5 categories. The right machine if space is the primary constraint and you want an enclosure. A full desk-sized printer won't fit in a dorm room; this one does. The 175mm volume is the genuine trade-off.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
iBox Mono2QIDI · RESIN
vsX-Smart 3QIDI · FDM
| iBox Mono2 | Spec | X-Smart 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L | Build volume | 5.1 L (wins) |
| 90 mm/s | Top speed | 600 mm/s |
| 0.01 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 5.2 kg | Weight | 9.5 kg |
Features
| iBox Mono2 | Feature | X-Smart 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 4K mono LCD | No |
| Yes | Enclosed design | No |
| Yes | WiFi | Yes |
| Yes | Compact form factor | No |
| No | Enclosed CoreXY | Yes |
| No | Chamber heating (35C) | Yes |
| No | Auto bed leveling | Yes |
| No | Camera | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| iBox Mono2 | Spec | X-Smart 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Value | 8 (wins) |
| 6 | Beginner Friendliness | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Print Quality | 8 (wins) |
| 5 | Speed | 8 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 8 (wins) |
| 6.4 | Overall | 8 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 120 × 68 × 200 mm
- 175 × 175 × 165 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/PrintedMinisEnclosed CoreXY that fits on a small desk. QIDI nailed the compact premium market.
X-Smart 3 owner, r/3DprintingThe X-Smart 3 is the printer I recommend when people ask for a quiet, enclosed machine that's not huge.
X-Smart 3 owner, Edge of Tech (YouTube)
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-Smart 3
- +Fully enclosed CoreXY in a footprint smaller than most open-frame printers
- +35C chamber heating helps layer adhesion on ABS and PETG without a full 60C setup
- +QIDI's slicer is better than Creality's for enclosed use cases
- −175mm cube is the real ceiling: anything larger needs to be split and assembled
- −QIDI's community is a fraction of Bambu's or Creality's size
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-Smart 3?
By the numbers, the QIDI X-Smart 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-Smart 3?
The QIDI X-Smart 3 is more beginner-friendly (8/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the QIDI X-Smart 3 worth paying more for over the QIDI iBox Mono2?
The QIDI X-Smart 3 scores higher overall (8/10 vs 6.4/10). The extra money gets you fully enclosed corexy in a footprint smaller than most open-frame printers.
What's the main difference between QIDI iBox Mono2 and QIDI X-Smart 3?
Technology: the QIDI iBox Mono2 is RESIN (filament) and the QIDI X-Smart 3 is FDM (resin). FDM prints bigger functional parts; resin delivers finer surface detail.