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Bambu Lab A1 vs Prusa MK4S
A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. Bambu Lab A1 is cheaper at $399. Every spec and price links to its source.
Side by side
| Bambu Lab A1 | Prusa MK4S | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $399 (MSRP base unit $399; A1 Combo with AMS Lite $559 (current Bambu US store regular price)) | $999 (MSRP assembled $999; kit version $729) |
| Brand | Bambu Lab | Prusa Research |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
| technology | FDM | FDM |
| build volume mm | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 250 x 210 x 220 mm |
| max speed mms | 500 | — |
| auto leveling | true | true |
| multicolor | false | false |
| enclosed | false | false |
| max hotend temp c | 300 | 290 |
| release year | 2023 | 2024 |
Sources — Bambu Lab A1: 3dpros.com (verified 2026-06-15). Prusa MK4S: prusa3d.com (verified 2026-06-15).