Compare Bambu Lab A1 vs FLSUN S1 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Bambu Lab A1 and the FLSUN S1 Pro, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two 3D Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Currently ~$339 (Printer only) / ~$489 (Combo with AMS Lite). and ~$1,299.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Bambu Lab A1 |
FLSUN S1 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | December 2023 | November 2024 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 256× 256× 256 mm | 320× 430 mm (Cylindrical build area) |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s | Max Acceleration: 10,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 1200 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 40,000 mm/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.08 mm – 0.28 mm (Standard range). | 0.1- 0.35 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | All-metal Direct Drive with Hardened Steel gears | Dual-Gear Direct Drive (Ultra-high flow: 110 mm 3/s) |
| Hotend Max Temp | Up to 300°C | 350 °C (Equipped with ceramic heating ring) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm Stainless Steel (Standard); Quick-Swap design (one-clip mechanism). Optional 0.2, 0.6, and 0.8 mm nozzles available | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Bi-metallic high-speed design) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Max 100°C; Textured PEI Plate included | 120 °C; Textured PEI Spring Steel with Smart Zone Heating |
| Leveling System | Full-Auto Calibration (handles Z-offset, bed leveling, vibration resonance, and nozzle pressure automatically before every print) | Fully Automatic with Microtac Radar (Lidar) & Vibration Compensation |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | Ideal for PLA, PETG, TPU, and PVA. Not recommended for ABS/ASA/PC without an enclosure. | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, Carbon/Glass Fiber |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out, Filament tangle sensor, Power loss recovery, and Active flow rate compensation (pressure sensor) | Clog Detection, Runout, and Dynamic Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | Open-frame; no built-in filtration | Active Drying Chamber (Heats filament while printing) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi, Bambu-Bus (for AMS Lite), Micro SD Card | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | Includes a Low Frame Rate Camera (1080p) for monitoring and timelapses; Includes a physical privacy cover | Integrated 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapses) |
| Remote Mgmt | Fully integrated with Bambu Handy (Mobile) and Bambu Studio (PC/Mac) | FLSUN Algorithms 2.0 (Web UI), Mobile App, PC Remote Control |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 3.5-inch IPS Color Touchscreen | 7-inch "Full-Integration" Color Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Bambu Studio (Native), OrcaSlicer, and standard G-code support for Cura/PrusaSlicer. | FLSUN Slicer 2.0 (Customized Klipper-based), OrcaSlicer, Cura |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 385× 410× 430 mm | Net Weight: 8.3 kg. | 550× 595× 1030 mm |
| Power & Noise | Max 1300W @ 220V / 350W @ 110V; Features Active Motor Noise Canceling (under 48 dB) | 1300W Max (Power supply adapts to voltage); Noise Level: ≤ 55 dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | A1 Printer, Spool Holder, Purge Wiper, Build Plate, PTFE Tube, Accessory Box, and 20g sample filament | Tool Kit, Spare Hardened Nozzle, 200g Hyper-PLA, USB Stick, Spool Holder |
| Price | Currently ~$339 (Printer only) / ~$489 (Combo with AMS Lite). | ~$1,299.00 USD |
| Full Details | Lab A1 - Full Specifications | S1 Pro - Full Specifications |