Ultimaker S3 vs Original Prusa XL

When you compare the Ultimaker S3 to the Original Prusa XL 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 S3Original Prusa XL
Overview
Extruder TypeBowdendirect drive
Print TechnologyFused Filament FabricationFused Deposition Modeling
Performance
Usable Filament Diameter2.85 mm1.75 mm
Build Plate MaterialHeated Glass
Max Power Consumption350 W
Build Area230 mm x 190 mm x 200 mm360 mm x 360 mm x 360 mm
Build Plate Attachmentmagnetic
Ambient Operating Temperature15°C - 32°C
Max. Nozzle Temperature280 ºC
Build Volume230 mm x 190 mm x 200 mm360 mm x 360 mm x 360 mm
Number of Extruders2
Build Plate Leveling SystemAdvanced Active Levelingswitch in hotend - auto adjusting
Filament Chamber ClosedYes
Build Plate SurfacePEI
Open Filament SystemYes
Max Build Plate Temperature140 ºC
Layer Height0.020 mm
Extruder Construction Type DualDual-head with electronic lifting system
Total Mass Overall Dimensions394 mm x 489 mm x 637 mm800 mm x 800 mm x 900 mm
Resolution20 - 600 µm
Build Chamber During ProcessclosedOpen or Closed
Connectivity
Cloud ControlYes
USB PortYes
Ethernet PortYesYes
WLANYes
Features
Build Chamber HeaterYes, max 60°C
TouchscreenYesNo
Hepa FilterNoNo
Filament Runout SensorYesYes
CameraYes
Powerloss Fail SafeYes
System
Weight14.4 kg
Dimensions394 mm x 489 mm x 637 mm800 mm x 800 mm x 900 mm
VoltageAC: 100 V - 240 V, (50 - 60 Hz)
Total Weight14.4 kg

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