Updated October 1, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
MatterHackers vs Qidi Tech
Where MatterHackers and Qidi Tech differ
| Compare |  MatterHackers |  Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $179 | €313.95 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 1,800Higher | 390 |
| Warranty | 0 to 0.08 years | 1 yearHigher |
| Markets | US, CA | AU, CA, GB, JP, USCovers more |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | Not confirmed | 800 |
| Laser power (W) | 100 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Multi-colour printing (Yes), Enclosed models (Yes).
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Key differences
- MatterHackers scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.1.
- Largest build size (mm) is higher at MatterHackers: 1,800 vs 390.
- Warranty is higher at Qidi Tech: 1 year vs 0 to 0.08 years.
- Qidi Tech is available in 3 more countries.
- Products: only MatterHackers offers Resin printer, 3d scanner, Laser engraver.
- Markets: only Qidi Tech offers AU, GB, JP.
Our verdict on each
MatterHackers
MatterHackers suits makers who want printing, scanning, laser and cutting from one seller, with entry prices from $179 and machines well past the standard desk size. Buyers making parts too large for a normal bed will find the range worth it, though the warranty terms deserve a close read.
Qidi Tech
Qidi Tech makes enclosed, multi color FDM printers for makers who want a roomy build volume and quick print speeds, not a catalogue of other machine types. It ships to AU, CA and GB, with entry pricing of €313.95 and a warranty of 1 year on every machine.
Score breakdown
| Area | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherEntry at $179 places the brand at position 8 of 27 on price from, mid range rather than the cheapest way in. | 8.7Entry price of €313.95 ranks 19 of 27, mid field rather than a bargain. |
| Offer | 9.5Higherfdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner sits alongside 100 W of laser output and email, phone and help centre. | 9.3Enclosed chambers and multi color printing at €313.95 give a broad spec sheet for the money. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.4A warranty of 1 year and support on email, phone and help centre from a firm founded in 2014. |
How the counts compare
| Fact | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Largest build size (mm) | 1,800 | 390 |
| Warranty | 0 to 0.08 years | 1 year |
Availability and regulation
| Country | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | China |
Available in 2 countries for both. Additional countries for Qidi Tech: 3.
Choosing between them
Pick MatterHackers if cost and largest build size (mm) matter most.
Pick Qidi Tech if warranty and markets matter most.
If neither fits
ACMER has warranty at 1 to 2 years, against 0 to 0.08 years for MatterHackers and 1 year for Qidi Tech.
ACMER reviewWhat we checked
MatterHackers
- matterhackers.com: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Qidi Tech
- qidi3d.com: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| 3D printers | 23 of 39 | 29 of 39 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Fdm printer, Resin printer, 3d scanner, Laser engraver, Cutting machineCovers more | Fdm printer |
| Legal entity | MatterHackers Inc. | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | United States | China |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2014 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largest build size (mm) | 1,800highest quarter | 390at the median | 390 |
| Warranty | 0 to 0.08 yearslowest quarter | 1 yearat the median | 1 |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | Not confirmed | 800highest quarter | 600 |
| Laser power (W) | 100highest quarter | Not confirmed | 60 |
Median across 23 listed brands.
Pros and cons
MatterHackers
Pros
- Build size reaches 1,800 mm, and the brand holds position 1 of 23 on that measure.
- Product types cover FDM printers, resin printers, scanners, laser engravers and cutting machines, a wider list than fdm printer and 3d scanner at Farnell and fdm printer at Sovol.
- Multi colour printing and an enclosed build are listed, with multi colour appearing in 65.4% of comparable listings in this category.
Cons
- Warranty terms run 0 to 0.08 years, shorter than the 1 year median warranty across the printers compared.
- Sales and support cover US and CA only, so buyers in other regions face a longer freight route and cross border warranty handling.
- Resin and enclosed models carry the same 0 to 0.08 years of warranty as the entry FDM units, so higher spend buys no longer stated cover.
Qidi Tech
Pros
- Enclosed build chambers across the range, which holds chamber heat steady on long jobs.
- Multi color printing is supported, so one job can draw on several filaments without a manual swap.
- Build volume of 390 mm, above the 350 median for this category.
Cons
- The range covers fdm printer only, so buyers wanting resin printing, scanning or laser work need a wider catalogue such as MatterHackers, which lists fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner.
- A Qidi Tech printer starts at €313.95, well above the $89 entry point at SOVOL.
- Shipping is limited to AU, CA and GB, so buyers elsewhere need to confirm delivery and cover terms before ordering.
Who each suits
MatterHackers
Who it suits
- Makers who want the whole workflow under one roof, since fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner is wider than fdm printer and 3d scanner at Farnell and fdm printer at Sovol.
- Large format buyers who weight build size, where the brand holds position 1 of 23.
- US and Canadian shops, since US and CA keeps support close to the US base.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a longer warranty, since 0 to 0.08 years sits under the 1 year median, and the choice at Sovol is limited to fdm printer.
- Shops outside US and CA, where the shorter list at LONGER, fdm printer, resin printer and laser engraver, is a simpler thing to weigh against freight and cross border warranty handling.
- Buyers after a cutting machine who expect one long warranty policy, since the cutting machine in fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner carries the same 0 to 0.08 years of terms as the rest of the catalog.
Qidi Tech
Who it suits
- Makers who print enclosures, brackets and functional parts in several materials and want the chamber closed.
- Buyers in the UK, US, Canada, Japan and Australia who want a large build volume without stepping up to a premium large-format machine.
- Hobbyists and small workshops that want a phone line alongside written help.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone after resin printing, scanning or laser engraving, who should compare MatterHackers, which lists fdm printer, resin printer and 3d scanner.
- Buyers on the tightest budget, who should start with SOVOL at $89.
- Shoppers outside AU, CA and GB, who may prefer a seller closer to home, such as Farnell with fdm printer and 3d scanner.
Country by country
| Country | MatterHackers | Qidi Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | No | Yes |
| Japan | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| Canada | Yes | Yes |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
MatterHackers
What does a MatterHackers machine cost to start with?+
Entry pricing starts at $179, and the brand sits at position 8 of 27 on price from, which places it mid range here rather than at the budget end. Anything with a build size beyond the entry machine, or a laser above 100 W of output, costs more. Treat $179 as the floor of the range, not the typical spend.
How large a build volume can MatterHackers printers handle?+
Build size reaches 1,800 mm, and that figure puts the brand at position 1 of 23 on this measure. It is the standout spec in the range, covering everything from a small desktop FDM machine to an enclosed large format printer for parts that will not fit a standard bed.
Qidi Tech
What does a Qidi Tech printer cost to start with?+
The range opens at €313.95, the published entry price for one of its machines. That sits above the $89 starting point at SOVOL, so Qidi Tech is not the cheapest way to own a printer. The extra spend tends to buy an enclosed chamber rather than raw speed.
How large a print can a Qidi Tech printer build?+
Build volume reaches 390 mm, above the 350 median for the printers in this category and inside the 475 upper quartile. That is enough for enclosures, brackets and small batches in one run. Panel sized work is a step up from there.