Ultimaker S3 vs Original Prusa i3 MK4
When you compare the Ultimaker S3 to the Original Prusa i3 MK4 you can see which Printer is better. Let's take a look of the comparison, and see which model of Printer out ontop.
Specs comparison between the two Printers
| Ultimaker S3 | Original Prusa i3 MK4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Extruder Type | Bowden | direct drive |
| Print Technology | Fused Filament Fabrication | |
| Performance | ||
| Usable Filament Diameter | 2.85 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Build Plate Material | Heated Glass | |
| Max Power Consumption | 350 W | 120 W |
| Build Area | 230 mm x 190 mm x 200 mm | 250 x 210 x 220 mm |
| Build Plate Attachment | magnetic | |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 15°C - 32°C | |
| Max. Nozzle Temperature | 280 ºC | 300 °C |
| Build Volume | 230 mm x 190 mm x 200 mm | |
| Number of Extruders | 2 | 1 |
| Build Plate Leveling System | Advanced Active Leveling | Mesh Bed Levelling |
| Filament Chamber Closed | Yes | |
| Open Filament System | Yes | |
| Max Build Plate Temperature | 140 ºC | 120 °C |
| Layer Height | 0.020 mm | 0.05 - 0.30 mm |
| Extruder Construction Type Dual | Dual-head with electronic lifting system | |
| Total Mass Overall Dimensions | 394 mm x 489 mm x 637 mm | 500 mm x 550 mm x 400 mm |
| Resolution | 20 - 600 µm | |
| Build Chamber During Process | closed | Open |
| Resin Display Type | monochrome UI | |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cloud Control | Yes | |
| USB Port | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Port | Yes | Yes |
| WLAN | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Build Chamber Heater | Yes, max 60°C | |
| Touchscreen | Yes | No |
| Hepa Filter | No | No |
| Filament Runout Sensor | Yes | |
| Camera | Yes | |
| System | ||
| Weight | 14.4 kg | 7 kg |
| Dimensions | 394 mm x 489 mm x 637 mm | 500 mm x 550 mm x 400 mm |
| Voltage | AC: 100 V - 240 V, (50 - 60 Hz) | |
| Total Weight | 14.4 kg | 7 kg |