In this technical comparison between the Elegoo Neptune 4 Max 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 ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD and ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00.
| Specifications |
Elegoo Neptune 4 Max |
FLSUN S1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | December 2023 | November 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 420× 420× 480 mm (One of the largest in its class) | 320mm ×430 mm (Cylindrical build area) |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s (Default: 250 mm/s); Max Acceleration: 8,000 mm/s2 | Max Speed: 1200 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 40,000 mm/s 2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1–0.4 mm (Typical accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) | 0.1 - 0.35 mm (High-speed optimized) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Dual-Gear Direct Drive (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio; only 290g) | Ultra-light Dual-Gear Direct Drive (High-flow design) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 300 °C (60W Ceramic Heating Element) | 350 °C (80W Ceramic Heater) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm Special High-Flow Brass Nozzle (Extended length) | 0.4 mm Hardened Steel (Supports high-flow & abrasive materials) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | 85 °C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel Build Plate (430 × 430 mm area) | 120 °C; Textured PEI Spring Steel with Smart Zone Heating |
| Leveling System | 121-Point (11x11) Auto Bed Leveling with Inductive Sensor + Manual Knobs | Fully Automatic with Microtac Radar (Lidar) & Active Vibration Compensation |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and Nylon | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, PLA-CF/GF |
| Smart Sensors | Filament Runout Sensor and Power Loss Recovery | Filament Runout, Clog Detection, and Filament Weight Monitoring |
| Air Management | Open Frame; Built-in LED light strips on gantry and nozzle | Internal Filament Drying Room (Integrated) + HEPA/Carbon Filtration |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi, WLAN (Ethernet), USB Port | Wi-Fi, USB Drive (16GB Internal EMMC + 32GB Flash) |
| Camera & AI | Supports external USB camera (not included) for remote monitoring | Built-in 1080p AI Camera (Spaghetti/Debris detection & Timelapse) |
| Remote Mgmt | Klipper Web Interface (Fluidd/Mainsail) via browser; Mobile App | FLSUN OS (Web UI), Mobile App, PC Remote Control |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch Magnetic Capacitive Touchscreen (Removable/Handheld) | 7-inch "Full-Integration" Color Touchscreen |
| Compatible Slicers | Elegoo Cura, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer | FLSUN Slicer, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 658× 632× 740 mm; Net Weight: 18.1 kg | 550× 595× 1030 mm; Net Weight: 39 kg |
| Power & Noise | 400W–500W Power Supply; Features a Massive Cooling Array (9600 RPM fans) | 1300W Max (at 220V); Operating Noise: ≤ 55dB |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer modules, Toolkit, 10m Starter Filament, USB Drive, Power Cable, Spare Nozzle | Toolkit (Wrenches, Cutters, Grease), Spare Nozzle, 200g Test Filament, SD Card/Reader, Spool Rack |
| Price | ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD | ~$1,299.00 - $1,499.00 |
| Full Details | Neptune 4 Max - Full Specifications | S1 - Full Specifications |