Compare Bambu Lab P1S vs Flashforge AD5X
In this technical comparison between the Bambu Lab P1S and the Flashforge AD5X, 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 $599 and Retails between $329 – $499 USD.
| Specifications |
Bambu Lab P1S |
Flashforge AD5X |
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| Launch | ||
| Release Version | July 2023 | November 2024 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 256× 256× 256 mm | 220× 220× 220 mm |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s | Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 600 mm/s | Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s² |
| Layer Precision | 0.08 mm – 0.28 mm (Up to 0.05 mm with 0.2 mm nozzle). | 0.05 mm – 0.4 mm (50–400 microns) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Stainless Steel Direct Drive (Hardened steel gears available as an upgrade). | Direct Drive with built-in filament cutter (for multi-color transitions). |
| Hotend Max Temp | Up to 300°C | Up to 300°C |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm Stainless Steel (Standard); All-in-one hotend design. Compatible with Hardened Steel nozzles for abrasive filaments | 0.4 mm stainless steel (standard); Quick-swap design (no tools required). Compatible with 0.25 mm, 0.6 mm, and 0.8 mm variants |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Max 100°C; Comes with a Dual-Sided Textured PEI Plate | Max 110°C; Flexible PEI spring steel sheet. |
| Leveling System | Fully Automatic Bed Leveling (ABL) with vibration compensation and pressure advance calibration | Fully Automatic "One-click" leveling using pressure sensors (no manual adjustment needed). |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA, PET, ABS, ASA (Ideal due to enclosure). PA and PC are "capable" but may require hardened components. | PLA, PETG, TPU (95A), ABS, ASA. Supports multi-color/multi-material via the IFS (Integrated Filament System). |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Power loss recovery, and Fan speed feedback. | Filament run-out detection, Power loss recovery, and Multi-color mapping sensors. |
| Air Management | Fully Enclosed (Plastic/Glass) with an Activated Carbon Filter and a 3-fan cooling system (Chamber, Auxiliary, and Control Board) | Open-frame design (No built-in HEPA filtration like the 5M Pro). |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bambu-Bus (for AMS), Micro SD Card. | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB-A (Flash drive) |
| Camera & AI | Includes a Low Frame Rate Camera (1280 x 720 / 0.5fps) for monitoring and timelapses. Note: No AI spaghetti detection. | Supports external camera monitoring (often sold as an add-on or via specific bundles); lacks built-in AI "spaghetti" detection out of the box. |
| Remote Mgmt | Bambu Handy app and Bambu Studio (PC/Mac). Supports LAN-only mode for privacy. | FlashCloud, FlashMaker App, and LAN-only mode |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 2.7-inch 192x64 Screen with a physical d-pad/button controller (not a touchscreen) | 4.3-inch Color LCD Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Bambu Studio (Native), OrcaSlicer. | Orca-Flashforge (optimized for multi-color), FlashPrint 5, Cura. |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 389× 389× 458 mm | Net Weight: 12.95 kg | : Approx. 363× 402× 448 mm | Weight: ~11 kg |
| Power & Noise | 1000W @ 220V / 350W @ 110V. Noise levels are roughly 50 dB in standard mode. | 350W Power Supply; Silent stepper drivers for reduced noise. |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | P1S Printer, Textured PEI Plate, 1x Spare Nozzle, 2x Spare Nozzle Wipers, Power Cord, 250g Sample Filament, and Unclogging Pin Tool. | Printer, IFS Multi-color Module (for up to 4 colors), tool kit, sample PLA filament, grease, and quick start guide. |
| Price | $599 | Retails between $329 – $499 USD |
| Full Details | Lab P1S - Full Specifications | AD5X - Full Specifications |