Compare Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs FLSUN S1
In this technical comparison between the Creality Ender-3 V3 SE and the FLSUN S1, 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 Approximately $179.00 - $219.00 USD and ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00.
| Specifications |
Creality Ender-3 V3 SE |
FLSUN S1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | August 2023 | November 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 320mm ×430 mm (Cylindrical build area) |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 250 mm/s (Typical 180 mm/s); Max acceleration 2,500 mm/s² | Max Speed: 1200 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 40,000 mm/s 2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 mm – 0.35 mm | 0.1 - 0.35 mm (High-speed optimized) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | "Sprite" Direct Drive (highly reliable for flexible filaments) | Ultra-light Dual-Gear Direct Drive (High-flow design) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C | 350 °C (80W Ceramic Heater) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard brass nozzle | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Supports high-flow & abrasive materials) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 100°C; PC Spring Steel magnetic plate (textured surface) | 120 °C; Textured PEI Spring Steel with Smart Zone Heating |
| Leveling System | Fully automatic CR-Touch leveling combined with a Strain Gauge for automatic Z-offset calibration (no paper test required) | Fully Automatic with Microtac Radar (Lidar) & Active Vibration Compensation |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU (95A). Note: ABS/Nylon are not recommended due to the open frame and 260°C limit | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, PLA-CF/GF |
| Smart Sensors | Power loss recovery. (Note: A filament run-out sensor is often an optional add-on for this specific SE model) | Filament Runout, Clog Detection, and Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame design). | Internal Filament Drying Room (Integrated) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | SD Card, USB-C (for direct PC connection) | Wi-Fi, USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | None. Requires an external setup (like a Sonic Pad or Raspberry Pi) for monitoring. | Built-in 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapse) |
| Remote Mgmt | None natively. This is a "stand-alone" printer without built-in Wi-Fi. | FLSUN OS (Web UI), Mobile App, PC Remote Control |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 3.2-inch Color Display with a rotary knob (non-touch) | 7-inch "Full-Integration" Color Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Creality Print, Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer. | FLSUN Slicer, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 349 x 364 x 490 mm; Net weight 7.12 kg | 550× 595× 1030 mm; Net Weight: 39 kg |
| Power & Noise | 350W Power Supply; features a "Silent" 32-bit motherboard, though fans are audible during high-speed moves | 1300W Max (at 220V); Operating Noise: ≤ 55dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled, 20-min setup), Small filament sample, Tool kit, Spare nozzle, SD card/Reader | Toolkit (Wrenches, Cutters, Grease), Spare Nozzle, 200g Test Filament, SD Card/Reader, Spool Rack |
| Price | Approximately $179.00 - $219.00 USD | ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00 |
| Full Details | Ender-3 V3 SE - Full Specifications | S1 - Full Specifications |