Compare Creality Ender-3 V3 SE vs FLSUN S1 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 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 Approximately $179.00 - $219.00 USD and ~$1,299.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Creality Ender-3 V3 SE |
FLSUN S1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
|
|
|
| Launch | ||
| Version | August 2023 | November 2024 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 220 x 220 x 250 mm | 320× 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/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 mm – 0.35 mm | 0.1- 0.35 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | "Sprite" Direct Drive (highly reliable for flexible filaments) | Dual-Gear Direct Drive (Ultra-high flow: 110 mm 3/s) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 260°C | 350 °C (Equipped with ceramic heating ring) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard brass nozzle | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Bi-metallic high-speed design) |
| 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) & 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, Carbon/Glass Fiber |
| Smart Sensors | Power loss recovery. (Note: A filament run-out sensor is often an optional add-on for this specific SE model) | Clog Detection, Runout, and Dynamic Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | None (Open-frame design). | Active Drying Chamber (Heats filament while printing) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | SD Card, USB-C (for direct PC connection) | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | None. Requires an external setup (like a Sonic Pad or Raspberry Pi) for monitoring. | Integrated 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapses) |
| Remote Mgmt | None natively. This is a "stand-alone" printer without built-in Wi-Fi. | FLSUN Algorithms 2.0 (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 2.0 (Customized Klipper-based), OrcaSlicer, Cura |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 349 x 364 x 490 mm; Net weight 7.12 kg | 550× 595× 1030 mm |
| Power & Noise | 350W Power Supply; features a "Silent" 32-bit motherboard, though fans are audible during high-speed moves | 1300W Max (Power supply adapts to voltage); Noise Level: ≤ 55 dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (semi-assembled, 20-min setup), Small filament sample, Tool kit, Spare nozzle, SD card/Reader | Tool Kit, Spare Hardened Nozzle, 200g Hyper-PLA, USB Stick, Spool Holder |
| Price | Approximately $179.00 - $219.00 USD | ~$1,299.00 USD |
| Full Details | Ender-3 V3 SE - Full Specifications | S1 Pro - Full Specifications |