QIDI-TECH X-Max 3D printer review - Fully enclosed 3D printer

[@birkir87]

Very good and thorough review, answered all my questions. Good work! A+

[@3D_Printing]

No Auto leveling, auto z probe offset... Like an old 3D Printer out of the ark . . .

[@joakimgrundberg4637]

This review sealed the deal for me and answered all my residual questions I had from prior research. Excellent work and thank you for providing the settings you tested the prints at. Very professional! Have an upvote and a new subscriber!

[@NexiTech]

My dear friend, thank you so much for yours kind words and positive thoughts. Wish you great day!

[@gabriel64gba]

I have an issue where the filament melts too much to the point that the layers fall down, yet the temperature is below the recommended one so don't know why is it melting so drastically @@NexiTech

[@peterrichards1989]

@@gabriel64gba Which slicer are you using?

[@gabriel64gba]

@@peterrichards1989 chitubox

[@mathewsapiano8416]

Im new to these 3d printers, i have watched many many videos over the last few hours, i must say your attention to detail and your way of explaining how it all works, different temps speed etc. I am deffinetly purchasing this one, thankyou very much!

[@djmaxxsaint]

How is your experience so far?

[@yoooo6969]

Loved the detailed review! Not many people take this long to print with a product and post a review. Got me subscribed 👏

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much for such a nice and positive comment and for the sub.

[@multimagical3137]

Me too

[@johnkkkj]

Great vid answered all the questions I had in my head. I can live with a filament run out sensor considering how well it prints ABS. I can't believe how well it prints ABS without warping. Thank you!

[@gizmobowen]

I don't see any reason why you'd want something else. That printer looks amazing. Very nice review.

[@thehaze1972]

Are you still using it? Got one from a friend, it needs a new motherboard due to a little misshap that sent 24V into the hotend thermistor circuit, figure it could be a nice printer for the 150 Euro a new motherboard cost? 🙂

[@tonylelavallois5950]

What would you consider the best? Prusa i3 MK3S or QIDI X plus? Some people said that Prusa's prints are better, while others say the opposite. There are also people saying that Prusa is better because QIDI is from China... Some people even say that you constantly need to replace the bed magnetic sheets for the QIDI... What do you think?

[@NexiTech]

That's like comparing AUDI VS BMW or Android VS IOS or Windows VS Mac... People like one or the other. There is no such thing as perfect printer that can match anyone taste. I prefer the X-Max and btw Magnetic plate can last you long time if you can level the printer correctly and not let the nozzle to stretch the printing sheet :)

[@dietmaramann9828]

Very nice presentation of the Qidi x-Max printer. Congratulations! I immediately ordered a Qidi x-Max. Can someone tell me where to find the stl file of the white lampshade that was printed on the video?

[@fmphotooffice5513]

(Excellent review) Well... Thanks to the experimenters, suppliers, businesses fabricating in China and elsewhere. I have seen the evolution in the last 10 years the way others follow sports. This printer has those first-hand experiments all over it. These machines will get more affordable over time, of course. At this point though, with this printer I see an industry hand-off to the turn-key user. It's still early, but if you compare the learning curve transferring from the experimenter to the maintenance-focused consumer as you would with anyone operating any complex machine like this, AND the price-point for a turn-key machine equalling that of, for example, a small pro-sumer 4k camcorder, you see what I mean.

[@AR0899]

I know this is an old video but i was wondering about printing materials like abs and petg because the ptfe goes right down into the nozzle so you cant really go to them temperature. Did you find any issues with any melting of the ptfe tube?.

[@NexiTech]

If you print alot of ABS you can always replace stock ptfe tube with Capricorn tube when is worn out one day. Also there are petg filaments that print just fine with lover temperature on the nozzle so there is no worry :)

[@AR0899]

@@NexiTech Thanks for the feedback so quickly! Ive been looking round and found out i can get a all metal upgrade for the high temp extruder so ill probably go with that. Thanks!!

[@NexiTech]

@A R You don't need to do that. In the package you will get extra all metal hight temp hotend part which can be heat up to 300c. Nozzle is also steal hardened so you can print any kind of abrasive filaments. Just look at the video more carefully and you will see it. 2:02

[@1231legomaniac]

I’ve never seen a printer come with a whole extra extruded assembly, this printer is truly amazing

[@securityranger773]

You forgot to mention their great support. Although you will rarely need it.

[@NexiTech]

You are right, thanks for mention.

[@robbchristensen1151]

Ordered this morning! Arrives next Monday, I can't wait! Thank you for you very through reviews. I figured I was money and patients ahead buy spending the xtra dollars on this versus buying the Tronxy and upgrading as you did.

[@enochroot9438]

Great Review Nexi. I bought a Flashforge finder on the strength of your review awhile back as my 1st 3d printer and have been delighted with its performance. This looks like it might be my next one as I tend to stay away from the tinkering side of 3d printing...though I might go for Xplus (smaller volume but cheaper) or X pro (for the dual nozzle printing)...they all look like great machines with good user ratings...

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much, I'm very glad that you found my video useful and helpful. Let me tell you that I still have my Flashforge Finder(Over 2.5years) and it still works like it's brand new, I never replace anything on it beside that I upgraded motherboard cooling fan under the metal back-cover. That coiling fan is just unnecessary loud sense the printer is very quiet. I found myself printing very often on it when I have smaller size PLA to print. It's so easy and conveniently to print on it. Yes, Xplus is great choice too, I would recommend to go with the X-Plus as dual nozzle 3D printers can be very annoying to level and print with. I had dual nozzle 3D printers in past and after some time i just remove second nozzle and use them only as single nozzle 3D printers. If you planing to get dual nozzle 3D printer I would only get the one that can separately control heating on both nozzle and that can automatically retract the nozzle to prevent prints to collide with it when the second nozzle is not in use.

[@enochroot9438]

thanks for this review Nexi. I brought my 1st 3d printer (flashorge finder)on the strength of your review 3 yrs ago and now I've just picked this up

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much for your comment and your trust my friend! I believe you will be very happy with X-Max. Wish you all the best!

[@bryanbarreto7094]

this printer work whit wax for jewelry casting

[@mart1theswindle]

Great video! Did you find a runout filament sensor which is working with the X-MAX? Can you share your nylon printing parameters? my nylon parts are not great.

[@NexiTech]

Thank you! Nope I never search for it. Run out sensor are not priority for me to be honest. Nylon? My temp was 250\90c print speed 40-50mm/s. Nothing fancy, also make sure that you place your nylon spoon in the oven for hour/two to get out the moisture.

[@smilingskull7827]

I just purchased one, it is an amazing printer.

[@andyklyon]

Easily one of the best reviews for a printer I have watched. Great work!!

[@tinkeringtechhub]

hi , i got an x max like this one from someone else, do you have a video wher you ajust the speed settings an things like that, i want to print faster that what it does , i just dony know how much is asafe to do for the quality of the prints

[@rihamy2nd]

You got a subscription from me my friend. I was already pretty much sold on either this, or the plus version, but you sealed the deal with this video. I’m definitely going with this one. Great content. Thanks!

[@trollenz]

Well... That's an extensive test... Very useful. Thanks for your time !

[@Jamaicarasramarc]

Looks Great 👍 Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

[@NexiTech]

PixelcounterFPV Thank you for your comment! Best regards from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@donaldwright2426]

Wow! no fooling around for the adjustments, leveling,sqarring, and so one. I will need to put some money aside! Thanks for this video, very informative!

[@soulassassin4847]

Hey great video ! Im looking to get a 3d printer. Which would you say comes 2nd best to this 3d printer, thats a bit less than 1000?

[@NexiTech]

Thanks mate! If you looking for affordable alternative check this one instead m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYHRc4mFaa2prac

[@soulassassin4847]

@@NexiTech awesome thank you. The “S” and “x-PLUS” are options ill look into. Would u recommend the x-PLUS over the “S” ? the MAX, at 1000 plus tax, is a bit much. Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@NexiTech]

@@soulassassin4847 Sure! The X-Plus is just between Mate-S and X-Max. You have links in video description. Go for it :)

[@radman3206]

Fantastic review for a prospective buyer. QIDI should be recruiting you for future product evaluation.

[@djmaxxsaint]

How is your experience so far?

[@markb159]

Seriously considering this printer....is there anything in the last couple of years that you think might be worth considering instead?

[@studiovulcan4411]

I expected better quality. The overhangs/bridges are particularly awful. Do you think that was a result of the user and not the printer not being dialed in?

[@ansys_cfd]

Amazing!

[@injesusname3732]

What are the top two 3D printers you've ever used (not factoring in price) focusing on strictly print quality and tolerance/accuracy

[@NexiTech]

That would be Qidi-tech X-Max and CR10S PRO V2.

[@FusTub]

I bought one for my company right now!

[@youtubian5179]

Artur Fuste buy me one thanks

[@PolosLetsPlays]

Welp, sold. I just ordered one myself xD

[@zw2237]

Excellent, without doubt... thorough, well-photographed, great detail. Thanks.

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much for your comment!

[@madisonboswell4880]

Can I print files from Tinkercad with this printer?

[@BenBethelAZ]

Fantastic review! This must have taken you months to put together... Thank you for your hard work!

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much! It sure does Ben. it's always so nice to read such positive and honest comment. Thanks for understanding Ben, I wish you a great day!

[@dre72489]

Where do I find the enclosure piece from Alex m98?

[@evgenyshershnev5984]

3:18 вай, теперь кусочки котёнка стали более мягче 🙀😾. Полный фарш!

[@WohKyaThaOfficial02]

Mr Stranger Who Ever Read My Comment Ur Parents Live thousand of year and you live happily 🤲 aameen

[@kristofzielinski3467]

floppy wrench for more kinetic energy

[@eatinMcdonaldsfryz]

I bought one based on this review, would you mind sharing your slicer settings for ABS?

[@NexiTech]

Brad Vanscoyk That's great! Thank you so much for your support and trust. Slicer settings for ABS? I show it in the video on few places, here for example: 10:19(retraction setings) 15:07 (ABS print setings). I did not need to tweek anything to get those print results. I just used standard print profiles, nothing fancy.

[@eatinMcdonaldsfryz]

@@NexiTech Just wanted to update to say I got my x-max today. It prints absolutely flawlessly. Thanks again for the video.

[@watchwatch5835]

can this print PA12-CF

[@mariogomez-hernandez3793]

Nice video...Thank you...after I did a recent update of the printer now is not printing anymore..maybe the version of de Qidi Slicer needs to be updated too?...how can I get the last version of the Qidi slicer?...Thank you...

[@kingstonism2936]

Thank you Nexi Tech for that priceless review. Bought the X-Max 3D on a gut feeling and very little research. So reassured and subscribed.

[@Gallardo6669]

THX So much!!!! Pls. Tell us what are the filament material costs for your prints?? Could you pls. Do a video with carbon fiber prints??

[@beaconstructs]

Excellent review, truly appreciate it! What settings did you use for the NYLON sorceress as well as the TPU wrench and cat. thank you for your much needed help!

[@ithelpme]

Great review. New viewer here, subscribed. Would be great if you could share the links to the models and slicer profile for each material (pla, petg, abs, nylon, tpu)

[@TheDronzDr]

hey you had a choice between the Qidi X Max or Prusa MK3S which one would you pick? Just your opinion Thanks.

[@graerial]

Where can I get that Pine Cone lamp model that's in your video thumbnail? Love the look of that. Thanks for the video! I now own an X-Max and I'm loving it!

[@NexiTech]

Thanks awesome! Thank you for your comment. Here is the link www.thingiverse.com/thing:3322642

[@piscus]

Thanks for the video! I purchased this printer on Amazon because of your video. Could you please share with us the settings you had for each benchy?

[@rhobbyline8493]

Hi, great printer and nice review. I just ordered it. I ask you if the height of 74 cm is with the transparent canopy or without. Thank you

[@NexiTech]

Thank you mate! I'm sorry but I don't remember right now as I sold my working horse X-Max and add some more money and ordered few days ago new 3D printer from QidiTech names I-Fast with double extruders and even bigger Build volume. After all this years with 3D printing It's time for me to move on the next level and even more serious machines. I received my I-Fast today and I will made review video in the next month or two when I spend some quality time with the machine.

[@bluesmanmrb]

Great! What is the nozzle model used in the x-max high temperature extruder? Is there a ptfe tube inside, like in the normal one? Is it an all-metal hotend? Thank you in advance!

[@hansoff88]

This was a great video thanks for taking the time to show all of us the capabilities of the printer. I was on the fence about buying this and your video gave me the confidence to move forward with this printer. thank you again keep up the good work!!

[@FusTub]

Another great review. Thanks @Nexi Tech.

[@NexiTech]

You welcomed Arthur! Thank you so much for your comment and your support.

[@FusTub]

The printers I bought after seeing your revisions @@NexiTech, have helped me make a lot of progress and have a profitable business. Thank you.

[@streme1138]

When you printed with PETG what did you do with the flexible build plate. Some people are saying the parts will weld to it.

[@NexiTech]

If your print stick too much with PETG you can set higher first layer, add 0.01mm on your first layer and try it out. Also you can flip flexible build plate and print on the other side as well.

[@mickky810]

Great Review. Quick question is there any significant differences between, the Qidi Tech X-Plus and Qidi Max 3d printer besides print area? Any differences in detail? Thanks.

[@TheEtbetween]

did you have any problems printing TPU

[@newringarena1405]

NIce.. Please review Anycubic 4Max Pro.. Please.. Thnksss

[@Austin1990]

This seems so nice, but I need to be able to run the air through a filter to remove the toxic fumes since I do not have a well-ventilated area. These included filters are not for fumes, and adapting a custom filter solution may be more difficult than when making the enclosure from scratch,

[@rOSScOGITANS]

cost like prusa mk3 but this is another planet!

[@taylorthuannguyen]

What is the max print speed for the x-max? Thank you!

[@NexiTech]

That's hard to say. It depends of your model, what type and size model you are printing, what kind of printing quality you are looking, your slicer settings and many more. I'm always trying to adjust print speed depending of the model and my print quality needs. You can always push any printer over 100mms but how good or bad it will turn out only you can tell :)

[@Teamotoring]

Great review

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much!

[@nateo43]

Hello nexi!!!! how do you unload filament and load a new color in mid print? ive been looking everywhere for the answer. thank you!!!

[@mike99191911]

Nexi, excellent review. Can your share your simplified 3D profile you used to get such great prints.

[@1akmason]

Could you post a link for the sorceress

[@NexiTech]

Sure! Here you go cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/the-sorceress

[@christopherrumford]

Very nice video,very impressed with your nylon printing results. May i ask, could you try printing some HDPE filament with this printer?

[@hurricanezaza]

Do you have to put glue stick on the mat??

[@NexiTech]

Nope, not every time. It depends of the filament type, model that you print and the print speed.

[@techraan]

Do they have a dual extruder version?

[@mhypersonic]

It looks nice but it's like 4 times the price of a CR 10

[@TheBerpinator]

Thanks for your wonderful review! I've been researching through 3D printers for a while now and after watching your video.. many times over I finally decided to order this printer today! I do have one question regarding the current/amperage required. Do you know what kind of power is required to run this printer?

[@LawrenceGSD]

Really detailed and helpful video. Interested in getting one but wanted to see reviews first. Looks like a good one to get! Thanks!

[@jeffstercnc2271]

Awesome videos as always...my 3rd ptinter that i will be purchasing God willing...your reviews sealed the deal for all of my 3printers...always looking to forward to seeing your reviews

[@NexiTech]

Glad to help! Thank you for your comment.

[@Chrissssssssssssssssssss]

*Very good video thank you!! We might are interested in one for @3DPrintProjects*

[@Oracloid]

Спасибо. Очень хороший обзор на принтер.

[@thelightspeed3d712]

Nice job my friend. WiFi tech has come a long way from bad clones.

[@kapitancheshire7767]

how high is the printer without top cover?

[@randomnumbers84269]

That Sorceress is beautiful indeed! Thanks for the quality review.

[@NexiTech]

My pleasure! I'm glad you like it. Cheers!

[@AjayNagarkar1978]

What is the size of the box ?

[@NexiTech]

Of the box? Package box? Click on the link in video description it should be in the production specifications.

[@MrKJPBorg]

Easily the most comprehensive printer review I have seen. In the time since making your review, have you had an issues or noticed anything that might need to be replaced?

[@NexiTech]

Thank you so much! Not at all. I still have my X-Max and it works wonderfully. Very reliable machine.

[@piotrfelke4351]

It's 24v power supply or 12v ? Thanks

[@NexiTech]

24V

[@evanmiller495]

Just got mine and when I turn it on it shuts off by itself after about a minute. I was wondering if the fans turn on right away when turned on? Mine does not and I think it might be overheating

[@NexiTech]

Open the metal cover under a printer(few screws) and check the relay board. You have one spare on the box. Maybe it's faulty relay switch.

[@ozzy1887]

Thanks for reviewing this machine, Nexi.

[@Anujkumar-ol3ql]

Which printer is more accurate for 3d miniature??

[@NexiTech]

Mr. A This one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4rVhoSFjrGigZI

But it cannot print with dual extruders, right?

[@NexiTech]

Nope.

[@nobodyyz7725]

What camera do u use to record timelapse for so long?

[@NexiTech]

Gopro hero 4 silver.

[@risaadgranada2908]

can I have the link for the cover design please?

[@NexiTech]

Sure! Here it is Qidi X-Max Top Cover Filament guide found on #Thingiverse www.thingiverse.com/thing:3598723

[@jnssmnsn]

well done review, liked it

[@ustotz]

Many thanks for these many excellent reviews. I do not know of any better reviews. Your English is very easy to understand, calm and pleasantly spoken, it all seems very sympathetic and professional to me. I am looking for a very good 3D printer, maybe I found one with the QIDI-TECH X-Max. Many greetings Urs

[@NexiTech]

My pleasure! I'm very glad and honored that you like my videos and I appreciate very much your comment! I hope that your X-max serve you well. Best regards Urs Stotz!

[@ustotz]

@@NexiTech thank you, Yes, I am now a happy Qidi X-MAX user! Your video helped me to decide. Best regards Urs

[@dr.nordstrom5774]

Excellent review. Please say whether you wish they X-Max could come with a second extruder for support. Trying to decide between Junco x-Max and Raise 3D. Thank you

[@NexiTech]

Thanks! Well not really. Dual nozzle 3D printers are still not perfect yet in reasonable price range. Dual nozzle 3D printers tends to knock out the print during printing, damage places on print during travel move and second nozzle can leak and clog as well if you not hit exactly hit right temperature. I would not recommend any 3D printer with dual nozzle if the second nozzle can not retract when is not in use. It's better to have one print head that works good instead that you have frustration with dual print head. Just my opinion.

[@dr.nordstrom5774]

@@NexiTech I understand your point about the problem with two extruders on one head because I have the MakeIt Pro M. I would like to save money and buy the X-Max, but I thought that I would need 2 extruders to make supports. How often do you wish that you had dissolvable supports, or is it really not that important? Thank you.

[@TheEtbetween]

Thanks , do you recommend I buy this one or Qidi Plus.

[@NexiTech]

I would go with X-max if you need bigger prints otherwise X-Plus is great 3D printer as well.

[@KTHWRY]

Awesome review answered alot of my questions that their website didn't have displayed. Thanks a ton!

[@NexiTech]

Glad I could help! Thank you for your comment!

[@rogeriogalinari557]

Wow, very good your reviews, have you thought about bringing the Phrozen Transform resin printers, EPAX X10, Peopoly Phenom?

[@NexiTech]

rogerio galinari Thank you for you comment. Yes I have the large scale Phrozen Transform 3D printer still in the box and I will test it and make review video very soon. Right now I'm working on Roborock S6 review video and Phrozen Transformer DLP 3D printer video will be the next one.

[@NexiTech]

rogerio galinari I finished Phrozen Transform video review, please check it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4C2q3ZpYrulgM0

[@richardspicer8253]

Very interesting, what mainboad and firmware is it running?

[@NexiTech]

Richard Spicer I got answer from the QIDI-TECH company. They say X-Max use motherboard developed by their company with 32bit processor and TMC2208 steper drivers. If you are interested I could dissambly the bottom cover of the printer and take some pictures of motherboard etc? It's quite heavy machine but i will do it if you need more info.

[@مسلم-ط8ق1س]

Does it work with 220v because I want to buy it from USA Amazon

[@NexiTech]

220v? EU country? Order it from Aliexpress link in video description and choose EU warehouse so that you avoid Import taxes. If you order it from USA warehouse you would need to pay import taxes.

[@ernied126]

It's dual voltage. You can switch between 220V and 120V

[@techsavvyhero]

Nice review! What is the link to the Sorceress STL? Thanks

[@NexiTech]

TechSavvy Hero DSD Thanks, sure here it is: cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/the-sorceress

[@Sim3Dfly]

Thanks for the review. Not sure, but it cost just 550 Euro in german Amazon. I think its a very good deal. On aliexpress 1100 Euro Edit: I think its a fake shop...please pay attention

[@DanielSchweinert]

Saw it too, must be a Fake (gekaperter Account) because the seller is only selling fashion and out of a sudden there is this 3d printer.

[@NexiTech]

Yes you are right, it's fake.

[@sethother8012]

How did you get the test print off the plate? Mine is stuck to it!

[@NexiTech]

Did you level the printer?

[@sethother8012]

@@NexiTech I did. The people who sold it to me said models sticking to the plate is a case of the nozzle being to close to the plate. When I levelled it, there was only slight resistance between the nozzle and the plate but after the print, the nozzle was very tight against the plate.

[@sethother8012]

@@NexiTech And now no matter how many times I press the down button or turn any of the wing nuts there is still no room to put the paper under the plate

[@NexiTech]

Very strange. Try to offset a initial layer height a bit in your slicer. If you had 0.4mm by default try 0.6mm etc.

[@comaidescrave6029]

Very, very good review ... best I 've seen so far. Thanks a lot.

[@NexiTech]

Glad you liked it my friend! Thank you for your comment.

[@IsraelSocial]

Better than the creality cr10 v2?

[@NexiTech]

Yes it is.