INTRODUCTION
3D printing has entered a phase where core mechanics matter more than novelty, with modern machines relying on stiffer kinematics, tighter belt paths, and more efficient thermal management to maintain dimensional accuracy across long prints. Improvements in auto‑calibration, nozzle pressure control, and closed‑loop motion have also reduced the variability that once made entry‑level printing unpredictable. As users progress, they often expand into larger build volumes, higher flow rates, or optional multi‑color systems that add complexity without altering the underlying extrusion physics. Within this landscape of increasingly mature hardware and modular capability, QIDI’s new Plus5 is positioned as part of this broader shift toward stable, scalable, and user‑configurable platforms.
Our story formed in 2014, QIDI Tech began with a small team of engineers with a big vision: we wanted to make 3D printing accessible to everyone. Crazy? A little bit. With our journey have consistently focused on more than just producing machinery; it's about enabling creators of all kinds to bring their ideas to life. Every day, we're doing more than just constructing printers. We are establishing an environment where seasoned designers and adventurous individuals can join forces, work together, realize ideas, and develop. QIDI Tech 3D printers are created to be intuitive and efficient, after all, delivering a hassle free printing process for all users from the beginning should be the top priority. Our extensive manufacturing plant and advanced research and development center embody our commitment to creativity, excellence, and teamwork.
The Plus5 is built around a CoreXY motion system with a high‑hardness linear guide rail on the X‑axis and automatic belt tensioning, while the Z‑axis uses dual independent lead screw motors supported by 10mm linear shafts and screws for stable vertical movement. Its print volume reaches 320x320x300mm inside a 500x488x558mm chassis weighing 29kg. The print head pushes temperatures up to 370°C, driven by a direct extruder with hardened steel dual gears, a ceramic‑plate heated multi‑metal hot end, and a bimetal nozzle available in 0.4mm standard or 0.2/0.6/0.8mm options, all feeding 1.75mm filament. The bed system combines an aluminum‑silicone heating bed with a dual‑sided textured PEI plate and reaches up to 120°C. Performance is driven by a 600mm/s maximum toolhead speed and acceleration up to 20000mm/s, supported by a full suite of PWM‑controlled fans with RPM feedback for hot end, auxiliary, and part cooling, plus a closed‑loop motherboard fan and a second‑generation chamber heating fan capable of raising the enclosure to 65°C. Air quality is handled by a 3‑in‑1 filtration module combining a G3 pre‑filter, H12 HEPA, and activated carbon. The printer supports a wide range of materials (PLA, ABS, ASA, PETG, TPU, PA, PC, and carbon/glass‑fiber composites) and includes filament cutting, clog detection, tangle detection, run‑out sensing, and print recovery when paired with the QIDI BOX. A full sensor suite adds AI camera detection (640x480p default, 1920x1080p native), resonance compensation, automatic leveling via a loadcell integrated into the hot end, and power‑loss recovery. Power delivery spans 100–240 VAC with a combined rating of 150W for the main system, 550W for chamber heating, and 500W for the hot bed. The electronics include a 4‑inch 800x480p touch screen, 32GB EMMC storage, and USB 2.0 support, while connectivity covers Wi‑Fi 2.4GHz, Ethernet, and USB. Software compatibility extends beyond QIDI Slicer to Cura, PrusaSlicer, and others, with support for STL, OBJ, 3MF, and STEP formats across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES
PACKAGING AND CONTENTS
QIDI uses a plain box to ship the Plus5 the front of which is taken by several warning logos (since it's a considerably large and heavy box, I was unable to move it to the photo bench area - no elevator and stairs are too narrow - so all pictures were taken in the test part of the office/lab).
Both the size and weight of the box are printed on the left side.
The printer is safely wrapped and placed between several thick pieces of foam.
Aside the Plus5 3D printer inside the box QIDI has placed a filament spool holder, combination spanner, power cable, RJ45 ethernet cable, USB 2.0 flash drive, 20g PLA rapido filament, scraper, two screwdrivers (flat head and Torx), 7 Allen keys, replacement nozzle cutter, replacement fuse, PTFE tube extension with instructions, declaration of conformity paper and the quick start guide in numerous languages.
THE PLUS5
Typically, the Plus5 arrived wrapped in plastic but this time there's a piece of paper at the front with contact details for the specific QIDI support team looking after this model.
The 500x488x558mm chassis is primarily made out of aluminum and metal and weighs 29Kg.
What I like about the latest QIDI models is the addition of clear panels on either side.
Just like previous models the Plus5 has a 4‑inch 800x480p touch screen on the top center (lifts up slightly).
A USB 2.0 port is located on the far left top as seen above.
The 320x320x300mm build plate features a detachable textured PEI plate.
Exactly like with the Max 4 model at the front of the hot bed we find the activity/temperature LED bar.
Inside we also find a blower type fan, 1080p AI camera (640x480p default resolution), filament residue cleaner, air-purifier compartment and the heater.
The direct drive extruder is almost identical to that used in the Max 4 model and so it features a built-in run out sensor and a cold air tube intake (to cool the extruder and filament).
At the rear if the enclosure we find an exhaust fan, small intake fan, filament spool holder mount, RJ45 port, signal cable ports, and the filament exit.
Unlike previous models this time over the spool holder is a single piece one.
For this review I used the new PLA Rapido P (gold and silver) filaments by QIDI.
DISPLAY MENUS
Once you turn on the Plus5 you will need to choose the language, region, bind the printer with the QIDI Maker app (if you want to) and follow instructions on how to remove the QIDI box (if you got the combo model) and unlock the bed and print head.
Next stop is to allow the unit to perform a self-check and calibration.
Once the self-check and calibration procedure is complete, you'll see the above screen (may take a few more seconds for the procedure to complete even if this screen pops up).
The initial tab as always shows you the current state of the printer including temperatures, WiFi, LED light and also has a shortcut from where you can start printing 3D models.
From the 2nd tab you can move the extruder and the printing bed, adjust temperatures for the extruder, chamber and bed, turn the LED light on/off and adjust the cooling system.
Inside the filament tab you can see the type of filament mounted.
The settings tab includes the Wi-Fi, calibration, filament drying, firmware update, storage and general settings, AI printing options, BOX options and the factory reset.
The assistant tab is where you get instructions/information every time something goes wrong.
The Plus5 comes with 14 pre-loaded 3D models.
The printing screen showcases the model, current nozzle/bed/chamber temperatures, current state of the printer, remaining time and also allows you to pause and stop printing and access the more area (here you can find the skip, print speed, bed position and assistant commands).
QIDI MAKER APP
For remote viewing and printer access you should install the Maker app and bind your QIDI printer with it.
The first screen after you bind the printer will allow you to access the timelapse camera feed (again default resolution is 640x480p), temperatures and current state (idle, printing).
Second screen indicates the current filament input (spool holder or box).
Third screen allows you to move the print nozzle and the bed itself.
Final screen indicates current fan speeds, LED light and air circulation system.
Moving to the settings area from here you can adjust the AI detection options, box options, and check printer info (the IP is what you should all keep from this screen).
Worth pointing out is that you can start printing of the stored 3D models from within the app itself.
At this point it’s clear that QIDI doesn’t allow the end user to change the timelapse camera resolution easily, neither from the printer touch screen or the app. To do that you need to access the printer from your browser (use the IP from the information screen) as seen above.
Then you need to move to the configuration files area from the left side menu (from the left side menu you can also access your timelapse recordings).
After that just access the crowsnest.conf file, change the timelapse camera resolution (1920x1080p / 1280x720p – you may want to reduce max fps for FullHD if you encounter lag/freezing), save the file and then restart the Klipper.
TESTING METHODOLOGY
Once again to test this printer by QIDI I used their latest print software (QIDI Studio v2.7.2.1.0) by manually entering the same settings I’ve used to date with all FDM printers (quality of 0.16mm, 20% infill density and cubic infill pattern).
Nothing else has changed of course so again I’ll be using 2 different sized models (downloaded from Cults3D / member Eastman) to record completion time at 100% speed. Second thing to test are noise levels and so once again I’ll be using my ExTech HD600 decibel meter placed roughly 30cm away to record the maximum noise coming from the 3D printer while printing. As for the 3rd test with the help of an UPS and two power meters I decided to also record not only the lowest and highest but also the average instant power consumption of the 3D printer in my hands.
The Plus5 may not be quite as fast as some of the other models I’ve reviewed to date but it produces very good printing results as evident from the above pictures (as always a short timelapse is available both on TikTok and YouTube).
QIDI has changed the way the printer discards of filament and so now instead of the usual random pieces, filament is discarded in the above shape (better looking one). This however may not be particularly good news because it seems it discards more filament than before.
TEST RESULTS
CONCLUSION
Just like with past 3D printers by QIDI the Plus5 is a genuinely capable high‑performance machine, delivering the kind of speed, print quality, and material flexibility that justify its position in their latest lineup. Its CoreXY motion system and 600mm/s toolhead translate into consistently sharp results, while the ceramic‑heated multi‑metal hot end reaching 370°C opens the door to advanced pro-oriented materials without fuss. The textured dual‑sided PEI plate provides reliable adhesion while the rather generous 320x320x300mm print size gives creators room to work. For users opting for the Combo model, multi‑color printing adds another layer of versatility, and as for the enclosed design paired with the AI camera, they make long, complex jobs easier to monitor and more predictable. Still, the Plus5 isn’t without friction points. The lower‑mounted handles make lifting less convenient, overall noise levels can be an issue for some (still lower compared to other models), and the top glass cover feels a bit delicate (thin). Firmware quirks from occasional Klipper issues to QIDI Maker app bugs that may unbind the printer from your account can interrupt an otherwise smooth workflow, though these issues are likely to improve with ongoing updates. Also, the AI camera set by default to a low 640x480p resolution means that users need to enter the web interface to adjust it manually and well, I think this is a feature that should be easily accessible via the QIDI Maker app (or even better, the printer itself). Taken together, the Plus5 delivers strong performance and premium capabilities, with a few rough edges that should smooth out over time.
After months of rumors and speculations the Plus5 3D printer by QIDI launches today with pricing set at $669/€669 for loyal members and $699/€699 for new members plus 1 kg filament (from the original price of $749/€749), while the Plus5 Combo comes in at $819/€819 for loyal members and $849/€849 for new members plus 1 kg filament (from the $899/€899 original price). This is almost exactly what I expected this model to retail for based on its features and performance so pricing is not an issue. Overall, the Plus5 is among the best models I’ve used/reviewed to date, it’s fast, prints accurately, has almost every single feature I'd ever look for in a 3D printer and is priced properly so the Golden Award is in order.
PROS
- Good Build Quality
- Very Fast (Up To 600ms Speed / 20000ms Acceleration)
- Print Quality (Smooth Output)
- Heated & Flexible PEI Print Bed
- Temperature Controlled Chamber
- High Speed Dual Gear Direct Drive Extruder (Up To 370°C)
- G Sensor (Input Shaping)
- Automatic Leveling
- 1080P AI Camera
- 4” Inch 800x480p HD Color Touch Screen Display
- Air Purifier
- WiFi, RJ45 Ethernet & USB Port
CONS
- Overall Noise Levels (Although Low In Comparison)
- Some Software Glitches (Currently)
- Size & Weight (For Some)
