Sovol SV06 Plus
- Speed
- 250 mm/s
- Score
- 7.2/10
- Wins
- 3/5
Sovol SV06 Plus vs Voxelab Aquila X2
- The Sovol SV06 Plus wins, 7.2 vs 6.6 out of 10.
- SV06 Plus prints 2.5× the volume (300×300×340 ÷ 220×220×250 = 2.53) for more money.
- SV06 Plus is faster, 250 vs 180 mm/s.
- Pick the Aquila X2 if your prints fit in 25 cm.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
Voxelab Aquila X2
- Speed
- 180 mm/s
- Score
- 6.6/10
- Wins
- 1/5
The verdict
Buy the SV06 Plus.
7.2/10 vs Aquila X2's 6.6/10, and it wins 3 of 5 categories. If you've outgrown the Ender 3 bed and don't want to break $300, this is the logical upgrade. The linear rails show up in print quality in ways that matter. Not fast, but solid.
Specs, side by side
Teal wins the row.
SV06 PlusSovol · FDM
vsAquila X2Voxelab · FDM
| SV06 Plus | Spec | Aquila X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 30.6 L (wins) | Build volume | 12.1 L |
| 250 mm/s (wins) | Top speed | 180 mm/s |
| 0.05 mm | Finest layer | 0.05 mm |
| 12 kg | Weight | 7.8 kg |
Features
| SV06 Plus | Feature | Aquila X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | All-metal direct drive | No |
| Yes | Auto bed leveling | No |
| Yes | PEI build plate | No |
| Yes | 300x300mm bed | No |
| Yes | Linear rails | No |
| No | Resume printing | Yes |
| No | Filament runout sensor | Yes |
| No | Glass build plate | Yes |
| No | Silent stepper drivers | Yes |
Scores out of 10
| SV06 Plus | Spec | Aquila X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Value | 9 |
| 6 | Beginner Friendliness | 7 (wins) |
| 8 (wins) | Print Quality | 6 |
| 5 (wins) | Speed | 4 |
| 8 (wins) | Reliability | 7 |
| 7.2 (wins) | Overall | 6.6 |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 300 × 300 × 340 mm
- 220 × 220 × 250 mm
What owners say
300mm bed and linear rails for [this price] is almost too good to be true. It's not.
SV06 Plus owner, r/3DprintingSolid Ender 3 alternative if you need more bed real estate. Sovol did the job right.
SV06 Plus owner, 3DPrintBeginner (YouTube)Solid starter printer. Not flashy, but it works and teaches you the fundamentals.
Aquila X2 owner, r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
SV06 Plus
- +300x300mm bed at this price is 37% more area than the Ender 3's 220mm
- +Linear rails mean consistent layer quality even on long print runs
- +All-metal hotend handles PETG and ABS without heat creep issues
- −250mm/s max speed is slower than the modern budget standard
- −Larger footprint than the Ender 3: measure your space first
Aquila X2
- +Silent stepper drivers mean it runs without disturbing the room
- +Manual leveling teaches you what auto-leveling actually does
- +Ender 3-compatible mods are everywhere and cheap
- −Manual bed leveling is a chore you'll do every few prints until you upgrade it
- −Bowden extruder makes TPU printing a frustrating exercise
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 Sovol SV06 Plus better than the Voxelab Aquila X2?
By the numbers, the Sovol SV06 Plus scores higher (7.2/10). But "better" depends on your use case, the Voxelab Aquila X2 may be the smarter buy if you need budget.
Which is better for beginners, Sovol SV06 Plus or Voxelab Aquila X2?
The Voxelab Aquila X2 is more beginner-friendly (7/10 vs 6/10) with easier setup and a gentler learning curve.
Is the Sovol SV06 Plus worth paying more for over the Voxelab Aquila X2?
The Sovol SV06 Plus scores higher overall (7.2/10 vs 6.6/10). The extra money gets you 300x300mm bed at this price is 37% more area than the ender 3's 220mm.
What's the main difference between Sovol SV06 Plus and Voxelab Aquila X2?
Build volume (300x300x340mm vs 220x220x250mm) and print speed (250 vs 180 mm/s). The Sovol SV06 Plus is best for large-prints; the Voxelab Aquila X2 targets budget.