Compare Elegoo Neptune 4 vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Max
In this technical comparison between the Elegoo Neptune 4 and the Elegoo Neptune 4 Max, 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 $210.00 - $240.00 USD and ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Elegoo Neptune 4 |
Elegoo Neptune 4 Max |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | June 2023 | December 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 225 x 225 x 265 mm | 420× 420× 480 mm (One of the largest in its class) |
| Speed & Accel | Max speed 500 mm/s (250 mm/s recommended); Max acceleration 12,000 mm/s² | Max Speed: 500 mm/s (Default: 250 mm/s); Max Acceleration: 8,000 mm/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 mm – 0.4 mm | 0.1–0.4 mm (Typical accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Self-developed Dual-Gear Direct Drive (5.2:1 reduction ratio); weight reduced to 75% of previous models. | Dual-Gear Direct Drive (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio; only 290g) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 300°C (supports high-temp filaments like Nylon). | 300 °C (60W Ceramic Heating Element) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm standard; utilizes a copper-titanium bi-metal throat pipe for efficient heat dissipation | 0.4 mm Special High-Flow Brass Nozzle (Extended length) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | Up to 110°C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel plate. | 85 °C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel Build Plate (430 × 430 mm area) |
| Leveling System | 121-point (11x11) auto bed leveling via inductive sensor, plus auxiliary manual leveling knobs. | 121-Point (11x11) Auto Bed Leveling with Inductive Sensor + Manual Knobs |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and Nylon. | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and Nylon |
| Smart Sensors | Filament run-out sensor, Power loss recovery. | Filament Runout Sensor and Power Loss Recovery |
| Air Management | Features a massive rear cooling fan array (4x4020 blower fans) attached to the X-axis for rapid layer cooling. | Open Frame; Built-in LED light strips on gantry and nozzle |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | USB, LAN (Ethernet), and MicroSD card. | Wi-Fi, WLAN (Ethernet), USB Port |
| Camera & AI | Supports USB webcams via the Klipper interface (Fluidd/Mainsail) for remote monitoring. | Supports external USB camera (not included) for remote monitoring |
| Remote Mgmt | Web-based control via LAN (Fluidd interface); supports remote file management and status updates. | Klipper Web Interface (Fluidd/Mainsail) via browser; Mobile App |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch removable capacitive touchscreen (handheld corded design). | 4.3-inch Magnetic Capacitive Touchscreen (Removable/Handheld) |
| Compatible Slicers | Elegoo Cura (included), standard Cura, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer (most popular choice in 2026). | Elegoo Cura, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 475 x 445 x 515 mm; Net weight 8.3 kg. | 658× 632× 740 mm; Net Weight: 18.1 kg |
| Power & Noise | ~50 dB during standard operation; significantly louder when the auxiliary fan array is at 100% speed. | 400W–500W Power Supply; Features a Massive Cooling Array (9600 RPM fans) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer (partially assembled), Tool kit, 10m filament sample, USB drive, Spare nozzles, and the auxiliary fan assembly. | Printer modules, Toolkit, 10m Starter Filament, USB Drive, Power Cable, Spare Nozzle |
| Price | Approximately $210.00 - $240.00 USD | ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD |
| Full Details | Neptune 4 - Full Specifications | Neptune 4 Max - Full Specifications |