Q2

The Qidi Q2 is a new machine, so the community cannot realistically provide you with much feedback on its service history. However, I'll try to paint some context for you: The Q2 isn't just an enclosed core xy system. It comes stock with a bi-metal hardened nozzle and a heated chamber with temperatu

That's the reason I switched to QIDI some time ago. My Bambu A1 have blocked access to internet since first policy controversy started.No device will connect to internet from my network if it's not necessary, and 3D printer should not need internet.

Hey, new cosplayer here too. Everyone's budget is different but if you are thinking of cosplay, a 3d printer is a must. Don't go ultra cheap and consider the size before buying. These days I would recommend: Bambu P2S (or P1S if initial budget is a concern) I don't like Bambulab as a company, but th

The Qidi Q2 was my first ever printer too. While I've heard it's not as easy to use as the Bambu, I think it's easy enough for someone with no experience. I haven't had to fiddle much with it. I have watched/read a few hours worth of tutorials about 3D printing to get up to speed. The hardest part w

Good luck and have fun. I am new to 3d printing as of Christmas 2025. My 1st machine was a adventurer 5m pro. I have been having a blast with it. Very user friendly. Not sure the differences with software etc but I use mainline orca slicer and have been having a blast. Some failed prints but mostly

Check out r/3Dprinting and take a look at their getting started wiki, lots of very useful information in there and a great starting guide for beginners. If you can spare it, go right for an enclosed printer like a Qidi Q2 or a Bambu P1S and skip the open ones, the quality is just insane. The technol

I won’t speak to the AGPL issue since that has been discussed at length and I have nothing further to add. But I can say that I currently own an H2C, Qidi Max 4, Qidi Plus 4, and Bambu P1S so I’ll offer my insights on the machines themselves. I can honestly say that the H2C isn’t worth the price in

I have two friends, one with an Ender 3, about the cheapest 3d printer imaginable, that he bought used at a garage sale for $30. My other friend has a PrusaXL fully kitted out, north of $4k all in. They both print 3D2A just fine. 3D printing, for any purpose, really does scale with how much effort y

Qidi q2 is the only 3d printer that's MET certified for product safety which includes ongoing checks. Probably to protect themselves if that fire story is true. But still.

There are other good brands besides Bambu Lab. I currently own Bambu, Qidi, and Creality. Qidi is my current favorite, although I’ve had some unexplained error messages and firmware crashes. Their Q2 is a very capable machine that produces very nice prints, though. I don’t think I’d buy a Creality t