At a glance
Voxelab · FDM (filament)
- Score
- 6.6/10
- Rank
- #50/51
- Build
- 12.1 L
- Speed
- 180 mm/s
- Layer
- 0.05 mm
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Voxelab Aquila X2
- Scores 6.6 out of 10, #50 of 51 current FDM printers.
- 12.1 L of build space (220×220×250 mm), 0.6× the 21.6 L average.
- Best at value: 9/10, against an average of 8.5.
- The catch: Manual bed leveling is a chore you'll do every few prints until you upgrade it.
Specs from the PrintPick catalog, checked 2026-09-29. Scores are PrintPick ratings out of 10.
By Shadman Rahman · Prices checked
The verdict
Buy the Aquila X2. 6.6/10, #50 of 51 FDM printers.
This is the budget safety net, not the recommended choice. If the Ender 3 V3 SE is in stock and in budget, buy that instead. The Aquila is for when budget is a hard ceiling.
Why buy the Aquila X2
- #10 of 51Top 10 FDM printers for value9/10 vs 8.5/10 average
- #27 of 51Top 27 FDM printers for beginner-friendliness7/10 vs 7.4/10 average
- #36 of 51Top 36 FDM printers for build space12.1 L vs 21.6 L average
The numbers behind it
Right side is the average of the 51 current FDM printers we track. Teal wins the row.
Aquila X2Voxelab · FDM
vsAverage51 FDM printers
| Aquila X2 | Spec | Average of 51 |
|---|---|---|
| 12.1 L | Build volume | 21.6 L (wins) |
| 180 mm/s | Top speed | 476 mm/s (wins) |
| 0.05 mm (wins) | Finest layer | 0.054 mm |
| 7.8 kg | Weight | 14.7 kg |
Scores out of 10
| Aquila X2 | Spec | Average of 51 |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (wins) | Value | 8.5 |
| 7 | Beginner | 7.4 (wins) |
| 6 | Print quality | 8.4 (wins) |
| 4 | Speed | 7.9 (wins) |
| 7 | Reliability | 8.1 (wins) |
| 6.6 | Overall | 8.1 (wins) |
Build space, front view, to one scale
- 220 × 220 × 250 mmAquila X2
- 450 × 450 × 470 mmCR-M4, largest current FDM
What owners say
Solid starter printer. Not flashy, but it works and teaches you the fundamentals.
r/3Dprinting
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +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
Cons
- −Manual bed leveling is a chore you'll do every few prints until you upgrade it
- −Bowden extruder makes TPU printing a frustrating exercise
- −180mm/s is slow in a world where budget printers hit 500mm/s
Full specs
| Build volume | 220 × 220 × 250 mm |
|---|---|
| Layer resolution | 0.05 to 0.4 mm |
| Top speed | 180 mm/s |
| Weight | 7.8 kg |
| Type | FDM (filament) |
Features
- Resume printing
- Filament runout sensor
- Glass build plate
- Silent stepper drivers
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.
In our guides (2)
Where the Aquila X2 makes the cut, and what it beats.
Compare the Aquila X2 with (18)
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- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab A1 Combo
- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab A1 Mini
- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab H2D
- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab P1P
- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab P1S
- Aquila X2 vs Bambu Lab X2D
- Aquila X2 vs Creality Ender 3 V3 SE
- Aquila X2 vs Creality K1 Max
- Aquila X2 vs Elegoo Neptune 4
- Aquila X2 vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro
- Aquila X2 vs Kingroon KLP1
- Aquila X2 vs Qidi Q1 Pro
- Aquila X2 vs Qidi Q2
- Aquila X2 vs Sovol SV06 Plus
- Aquila X2 vs Sovol SV07 Plus
- Aquila X2 vs Sovol SV08
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the build volume of the Voxelab Aquila X2?
The Voxelab Aquila X2 has a build volume of 220 x 220 x 250 mm.
Is the Voxelab Aquila X2 good for beginners?
The Voxelab Aquila X2 scores 7/10 for beginner-friendliness. It's a great choice for beginners.
What are the pros and cons of the Voxelab Aquila X2?
Pros: 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. Cons: Manual bed leveling is a chore you'll do every few prints until you upgrade it. Bowden extruder makes TPU printing a frustrating exercise. 180mm/s is slow in a world where budget printers hit 500mm/s.
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