Creality K1
Community Pick

Creality · FDM

Creality K1

8.6/10
2 reviews

600mm/s enclosed CoreXY at $419. Speed and enclosure without the K1 Max price tag.

$419

on Amazon

PrintPick Score
8.6/10
220³mm
Build Volume
600mm/s
Max Speed
0.05mm
Resolution
12.5kg
Weight

PrintPick Scores

Value
9
Beginner
8
Print Quality
8
Speed
10
Reliability
8

Pros

  • +600mm/s in an enclosed form factor
  • +Auto leveling and WiFi standard
  • +Toolless nozzle removal
  • +Handles ABS/ASA reasonably well

Cons

  • -Smaller build volume than K1 Max
  • -Firmware historically needed updates
  • -Enclosure not actively heated

What the Community Says

600mm/s enclosed for under $450. The K1 is genuinely impressive.

r/3Dprinting

Creality's best sub-$500 printer. The K1 just gets out of your way and prints.

Modbot (YouTube)

Full Specifications

Build Volume220 x 220 x 250 mm
Layer Resolution0.05mm - 0.35mm
Max Print Speed600 mm/s
Weight12.5 kg
TypeFDM (Filament)
FeaturesEnclosed CoreXY, Auto bed leveling, WiFi, Camera, Direct drive, Quick-release nozzle

Our Verdict

The sweet spot in Creality's speed lineup. If you want fast + enclosed but don't need the 300mm bed of the K1 Max, the K1 saves you $180 and still delivers.

What You'll Also Need

Essential accessories to get started with this printer.

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