Hi everyone. I missed the link in the video originally but you can order the P1S here from Bambu. Just to confirm this is an affiliate link but again I will stress I would not recommend this printer or use their links if it was not as good as I said it is. I very carefully use links on my channel and the very fact I’m using them is a sign of trust I have for Bambu and their products. shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2377904&u=2831068&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
@MadRC can you tell me what Filament and file you used for that rose you made? I'm about to pull the trigger and buy a P1S and I know my daughter and wife would love the rose. It looks amazing!
Man... these printers are an absolute breath of fresh air. I have both an X1C and a P1S. Absolutely in love! I sold all of my prusa printers and completely went bambu labs.
@@MadRC We have an X1C for testing purposes at the moment and it really is great, but there is one big show stopper that keeps me from dropping all our Crealitys, Sovols, Prusas etc. - and that is the proprietary approach of Bambu Labs. 3D printing is *only* where it is today because it comes from the open source community and was not padlocked behind patents, undocumented tech, lawsuits, greed and big corp pressure. I've read the statements from Bambu in regards of open source and frankly, their stance on it is pretty upsetting, even if hidden behind well written nothingness. As it stands, getting those printers puts you in a perfect vendor-lock-in scenario, and with 30+ years of experience in the tech sector I dare say, that is something you really, really want to avoid. It's MacOS all over again: take something the community created, close it down, put some proprietary parts on it and thus defile the whole idea it was based on.
Got a PS1 three months ago and have been blown away ever since. It is truly amazing. I print 6 days out of seven and have yet to have a print fail. I have Creality and a Snapmaker which do not even come close to this machine. It is fantastic!!!
bambu p1s is my first 3d printer and I love it. I literally have absolutely no experience with 3d printers. Two weeks ago I didn't know what slicing was. that's how new I am to 3d printer and its exactly what you explained. i love my bambu lad p1s.
Hi ! Thank you for this video! I've been watching this P1S for a few days now and just discovered your channel. I love the fact that you're transparent about affiliate links and the fact that Bambu sent you this printer! The LAN only mode having one lose functionalities that should not (in my opinion) require the use of a cloud is a real shame. I don't want any form of cloud, and I don't want to then pay for a camera that I wouldn't be able to use. Not sure yet if it's a dealbreaker for me, but that's certainly a blow.
You are absolutely on the money concerning P1S vs X1C. After the simple upgrade on P1S, of changing the hot end and extruder, gear you have what X1C can do. As for the display panels, I can't justify $500 for the difference. In fact what I can justify is the fact I already have 2 and am shooting for another 2. Four of P1S at $950 ea is $3.8g. Four of X1C is $6g. That's a lot of cash difference which can now go to alot of Ale, with a zero compromise in output quality.
Great video! Just wanted to mention that polymers means plastic, which all filaments are. I think you were referring to composites/abrasive materials. :)
@@twsbibanghorn7343 No filament but it does come with a few extra cutting blades and some small maintenance items extra. No "anti-vibration" feet that I know of. I might look into that more though. It's been rock solid since I got it. Still printing flawlessly. The only issues I have had are with bad filament and with poor .stl files. The printer works perfectly though!
@MadRC , I am bummed that I got mine before you posted this video, or I would have indeed used your affilliate link to support your amazing work. I just wanted to say that I too have the P1S and it just worked brilliantly right out of the box. I have printed literally dozens of things up to this point and have never had a single issue or print failure. I did not get the version with the AMS because I just don't need it for the kind of printing I regularly do, but I DO use it to make multi-color TPU prints and the ease with which you can change filaments at specific layers is absolutely amazing. You simply right click on the layer in Bambu studio where you want to change the color, and insert a "pause" and then either use Studio or the touch pad to unload and then reload the new filament and hit "done", then press the "play" or continue button and the P1S picks up right where you left off and creates PERFECT multi layered color prints. It is absolutely mind blowing how easy and how good it is. Great video, great review and my experiences 100% mirror yours sir.
I just started my 3D printing journey a few months ago. Like many, I started with an Ender 3. I've done a handful of mods to improve it, but I am planning on moving onto the Bambu P1S next.
Awesome review which I totally share, I'm really in love with my P1S which I have now for a couple of months. It really is the best printer I have ever owned and used. When I bought it I was in doubt to get the X1 or the P1S but I have had no regrets what so ever, I upgraded the hotted to a hardened nozzle and the extruder to hardened gear and that is really all you need to print even the most exotic filaments. Also the prices of the replacement stuff are really reasonable. Overall a very good experience with the printer and AMS.
My printer is going to come next week. Im brand new to the 3D printing world but I am a 3D artist for more than 6 years. Time to make my art come to real life!
So this printer, hardened steel nozzle and gears and it's basically ready for everything I print. Thanks for the brutal honesty Ian! Gonna contemplate some more about buying, and probably use the affiliate link anyway, as it's well deserved!
Absolutely perfect review! You addressed every question I had and explained it. And I love that you touched on having the options vs not having.... a very true and honest review and helped more than you know! THANK YOU!
Buying a P1S myself. This will be my second 3D printer. My current printer is an inexpensive ANET ET4 and although it can print well at slow speeds. It's biggest drawback in the capacitive sensor used to sense bed leveling. It will often drift depending on temperature and becomes a pain having to re-adjust the sensor with a small screwdriver before every print cycle which can take 30 minutes or more. I'm hoping this printer will allow me enjoy more print time and less screwing around time. I'm going to try bed leveling the ET4 printer by adding a single optical sensor on the Z axis to detect the bed level without a sensor on the print head. If the bed is level, then one point alone should dictate the level. Wish me luck.
I love mine. I was literally about to buy a P1P until I saw an announcement/video on P1S. I've had a number of Ender printers and this was by far the best I've had so far.
Thank you for this, this is the best review/comparison I've found so far as you touched on everything I wanted to know and simply so. Definitely going with the P1S, that camera is a bummer, though.
Best explanation video of differences between P1S and X1C that I have seen! I'm going for the Bambu Labs P1S. Given your explanation, I can live with a lower quality camera (I've never had one before, so this is already a step forward). I can live with having to use the SD card every now and then for the timelapses. And for the price difference, I would rather upgrade the P1S with, among other things, different nozzles and buy a Bambu Labs A1 Mini that I then use for small and 0.2 prints, for example. Or a resin printer instead of the A1 Mini. I can live with the difference in screen. And a side that has not yet been treated. If the screen ever breaks, the P1S replacement screen is significantly cheaper (almost 5x) than an X1C replacement screen. Thank you for the very clear explanation.
Well here we go.. I have owned the X1C for a few months and just pulled the trigger on the P1S because of this review 😅 I hope it really is close to print and leave as my carbon
@@hillnothey both print the same, I actually use my P1S more since I have PLA loaded into it and have ABS in my X1C. But I have used ABS on the P1S and it had identical print quality. With all the upgrades Bambu had done to the P1S the list of items exclusive to the X1C is very minimal and I’m sure over time will be non existent (from a software side). The X1C has a faster processor for things other than printing, when it comes to printing they are both press start and print. I have had 3 failures on the P1S out of like 100, and that was due to me not wiping off the build plate every so often. Save the cash and buy the P1S!
So a week and a half ago I upgraded from an old Ender 3 V2 by by buying two Ender 3 KE's. I had long ago put away my original Ender because it required too much Faffing around. The KE's were definitely an upgrade and printed nicely when they worked. One printed flawlessly. The other was wrought with issues .. all resolved with work ... then it suffered a catastrophic failure on the hot end. I took them both back and bit the bullet buying a P1S and an AMS. It prints like a dream with no print cleanup necessary when designed and oriented correctly. But either one and you will be happy!
I'm planning on getting it(P1s+ams) sometime next year, after upgrading some old 3d printers and buying a Neptune 3 or 4 Max. Also, love the enclosure, unlike the P1P.
One difference most reviewers seem to miss is the light up name on the X1C extruder vs the P1P/S which doesn't light up. I extremely minor difference but for those chasing that LED bling clout....
I should have watched this video before buying my printer. But, I got the P1S anyways, so I'm happy with both these results, and my choice. I can make my own Touch Screen for it. Hoorah! For the Xtouch dev!
Great review. The only thing missing is your opinion on the noise. Now that I know that LAN mode would work fine for my needs, that's my only remaining concern.
It’s loud but it’s not K1 loud. It’s definitely louder than a Prusa but the Creality K1 is louder. The thing with the fast printers is the fans are all jacked up. I did miss this aspect in this review but I will be covering it later in a comparison.
I have the X1 and was contemplating getting the P1S to use my .2 nozzle as I am constantly swapping them (even though it is a 3 minute job). As for the LiDAR, I HAVE noticed a difference. I typically do not run the filament calibration every print but I have noticed after several dozen hours of different prints the print quality 'degrades' enough to be noticeable. Running the filament calibration returns it to the quality I have come to expect. So if you run it for EVERY print or even every other print, you will not notice. However, dozens of prints with out calibrating it will show some degradation.
My p1s with ams comes soon. Im tired of wasting my design time fixing my ender 5 print issues. Cant waste my time fixing prints all day. I love my ender 5 plus because the build size but its annoying to tweak all the time. Especially when it messes up at the end of a 25 hour print
I got into 3D printing a few years back with a AnyCubic Vyper. It was a pretty good printer and my only real issue had to do with storing stringiness, but was resolved when I dehumidified my reels. I looked for a step up and decided on the P1S with AMS as I was looking at multi-color printing. As former electro-mechanical tech, this machine is well built and impressive; is it well very well built. Also, this machine is speedy, produces great quality prints, and I am definately a fan. I purchased the PS1 as the X1 was a bit out of my price range, and am not sorry about my purchase. I had a party and gave away 3D prints as prizes, and every who asked about 3D printing got my unsolicited Bambu labs recommendation. If someone is looking for their next 3D printer, I have to say, the Bambu printers are in a league of their own and recommend them wholeheartedly.
Hey, I also went from an Anicubic Viper to the P1S with AMS. My viper had a little incident where the print head partialy melted. And the P1S ist orders of magnitude better and easyer to use.
great review, great printer and I guess I will get one later this year during the sales season in November. I'm not in a hurry and usually would have started with a lot cheaper just to get into it and sell it if I would outgrow. I also do not like that camera quality cause for such an expensive product they can not cut the cost at the final 10 or 15€ for a better camera, which is a shame. Will end in 6 months with a new offer: we listened: 60€ and you get a better camera Which I would hate to see cause they had done it wrong from the beginning. But after my overall good dji product experiences I might go with this one even though I hate to see all the registration and cloud and privacy issues considering that there is no need at all for that. I will look for a buddy who has bought one and let me know his experience but the most recent purchases were elgoo pro 4 or so.
Is that still the case? That makes me lean towards not getting it then. Cf needs to stay enclosed more than most other filaments. Rather just get a nice drier box , manual changing filaments doesn’t seem hard to do
As someone who is still considering getting into 3D printing, and has been watching SOOO many videos on different printers, I will admit that I do like the look of the Bambu Lab offerings! I was considering the P1P - but with the release of the P1S, I think that, when I can afford it, I will more likely be going for the P1S! I just want a printer that works straight out of the box, produces good quality prints, and doesn't cost the Earth - and the P1S seems to fit the bill! 😃
Just ordered the p1s today. Never owned a 3d printer before, so watching other videos and talking to my brother, i ended up with the p1s with the AMS. Looking forward to try it out and start learning
Hey so what do you think? Slicer aside, has it been as user friendly as you had expected? Im not new to 3D printing, just kind of over the whole tinkering process. I just ordered a P1S today for, mostly, my son's sake. The ender 3 we have is a bit too discouraging with all the failed prints and tweaking required to make it print well on his own. Hoping the P1S will be way closer to plug and play for him.
@@DoggMatik I am very happy with it. It just works more or less perfectly out of the box. I printed a lot of stuff without major issues, and the issues i had was mostly my own fault by messing up slicer settings and thinking i knew more than i did ^^. I also had a major clog, again due to my own stupidity and setting the temps too high for pla, and while it was some work to be done to unclog it, It was fairly easy to disasemble and reasemble without any prior knowledge of printers or extruders I have yet to run a fillament calibration and the generic settings have worked really good for me. Print quality has been really good, can't really see layer lines or anything like that. top surface can be a bit hit or miss, but ive yet to have a surface i had to reprint as the quality was to bad. My brother has been 3d printing since more or less the beginning, and he was blown away by the print quality. I am 95% sure you and your son will love it and just do the regular basic maintenance and you will have a printer that works great for years
I've just used your link to purchase an X1-C. Not sure if you still get a payment as I'm UK.. Took all your review on board and you are probably right, X1 may not be worth the extra but I didn't want to regret not going for the X1.. I have an original Ender 3 which I have been using for 4 years, an Ender 5 and CR-10.. Looking forward to a trouble free multi colour printer..
I think the P1S is a good upgrade from P1P. I weighed the two for my first 3D printer and chose the P1S with AMS. I don't think the X1 is worth the $500 increase.
Nice video! I have the X1C and it is the best printer ever! I have also Rostock printer and CR Ender 5+, but the Rostock is old, 11 years, updated once to the newest parts.... about 4 years ago, so it's old in 3D world. And 3 years ago I gott CR so more than plenty printers under one roof! X1C is so incredible that it is almost hard to believe how well and fast + accuracy! I have a question: Is there any way to add the external spool holder and incorporate it with AMS? Thanks for your video!
Thank you for the advice Ian, I’m looking to update from my Ender 3 and this one is really interesting. Sorry, beginner question: is it possible to print without using the AMS? I have my own filament dryer, can you feed the machine from there too?
Awesome vid and love the Byte Off shirt! I'm on the fence in choosing between the K1 Max and Bambu Lab X1C. I'll be purchasing one of them for sure for an anniversary gift. Wondering which one you would choose between the two of them? Thanks and just subscribed!
Hey i have a X1 and its just amazing for the CF materials. Given we can replace the gears and hotend for the hardened steel versions, im assuming that the P1S can use all CF reinforced materials that bambu offer but i have seen peopel doubting this without giving good reasons. Have you tried this upgrade and printed with PLA-CF/PEG-CF/Nylon-CF etc.?
Just looked at Bambu's accessories site for P1P (not P1S) upgrades and I couldn't find the cavity temperature sensor. So even if you wanted to make you own enclosure for the P1P, it looks like you couldn't get the cavity sensor. That's a reason for getting the P1S. But I hope Bambu makes that available for all the P1P users out there would would like to enclose their printer.
Fantastic review, thanks for giving such a great, detailed comparison. Things have changed since the last time I got into 3DP as a hobby. I had a PrintrBot and it was a shame to see them dissolve after having a very reliable product. I was hoping to get your thoughts on the subject of longevity - for Bambu Labs, not their printers. Is this a flash in the pan or do you think they will be around for years like Prusa? It would be disappointing if they went under and then consumers had no access to spare parts or repair kits.
Just bought the P1S. Can you elaborate more on the nozzle types as I would like to print ABS. On their site, it says that the .2mm and .4 (comes with the printer) are compatible with ABS.
Just got a P1S. Done about a dozen prints and haven't had a single failed print so far, or honestly any issues at all. Coming from the constant struggle with the Anger A6 I've been nursing since 2017, it's incredible reliable P1S is.
6 months and a few firmware updates later, how much of a difference do you think the lidar makes now? If the P1 had a better camera and and screen, I wouldn't even think about which one to get, but, that's where I am. I plan to print most all materials (Nylon, ASA, etc etc) and I wonder how much time/filament the lidar saves in calibrating.
I think 3:05 sold me on them hahah. I'm not a poor undergrad anymore so I'm ready to stop having a Creality and Anycubic that I have to FIGHT for a good 30min before it does a solid print.
Hello, great and so detailed video. Thank you. Can you please confirm that the speed of this printer is really 500 mm/s? Does this mean that, for example, it will print lithophane 10*10 cm within two hours? Do you have experience with printing the lithophanes and what are your impressions regarding the precision and details of the printing? Does this printer have the ability to work only with FDM material or? Does the software come with it or not? Sorry for the many questions, but simply no matter who I ask, no one can give me an answer, not even the distributors for 3d printers - not even in general about the printing speed. Once again, thank you very much.
Watch a few of you video now an very informative, so thanks for sharing. I have a question, I'm fresh to 3D printers and set on the Bambu range. Should I choose the new A1 with AMS lite over the P1S?. The X1C is out of my price range. I'm thinking of future proofing. The A1/AMS seems to be the best value (And provides color options) but cannot print ABS, ASA etc. For the P1S I know I can purchase the AMS later if I need multiple color, and its provides the enclosure for ABS, ASA etc later if I decide the graduate to those filaments. Right now I'm torn on which to choose. Bed slinger or XY. The price of the P1S is like $150 dearer than the A1/AMS. Can you help guide me on best option here between the 1. I have excluded the P1P
I am thinking of replacing my Flashforge Adventurer 3 and getting a P1S. All the Adventurer 3 gives me is loading trouble every time I use it. Most prints fail as well.
I've had my P1S for a couple of weeks now, and it's by far the best and most reliable printer I've ever had. However, it's not perfect; the wireless connection is annoying, my Neptune 4 was far better with its wired connection (far more reliable). Also, the camera is absolute dogshit; the Neptune 4 can use any USB camera at 30fps. The P1S can only use the Bambu 720p camera, and runs at about 2 seconds per frame (not a typo), which is endlessly frustrating.
Great video. I am interested in getting this after years on working with Artillery Sidewinder and having lots of problems. When I click on the link it brings me to Bambu's site where I can't get it to ship to USA.
Really enjoyed this video. Learnt a thing or two that I didn't know before. I'm hoping to order a P1S in the near future. Would you recommend getting the AMS bundle even if I'm not all that interested in multi-coloured printing right now? (From a point of view of convenience when changing filaments and possible future proofing.)
From what I heard (don't have one yet) it is useful for continuing print (if there is not enough filament on one roll so it can continue using second the same one or other color).
Great review! Wasnt there some closed source software on p1 vs open source software on x1??? Think thats on bambu lab docs site under software section.
All sounds good but, pun intended, how loud are they? How many dB standing next to the printer for a P1P, P1S, and X1C when printing slow, fast and ludicrous?
I think I'm about to pick up the X1 Carbon. I keep going back and forth between them, but I think longterm it will be the better solution for me even as a hobbyist (who might turn it into a paying hobby at some point). This was a GREAT video and very informative. I did not know about the LAN setting for prints even though I won't need to use it. Subscribed and when I buy one this week I will use your affiliate link. Thank you!
I don’t know if you will respond but I’m looking into a printer for cosplay props and I was wondering should I be cleaning the plate with soap and water after every print?
Hi. Not every print but it’s good now and then or when you’re having issues. If your using glue stick then you will need to clear it regular. However if your using nothing or just a little lack or hairspray then once in a while it enlighten.
Old video but could use help from a pro. I'm a hobbyist with a x1c. I print 24/7 and love it. Have the money to buy another x1c and extra ams. Or should I buy 2 p1s and an extra ams. Almost same price. I don't think I need the ai anymore. But unsure if it's worth it or just get the x1 and 2 ams for my 2nd printer. I love the x1
You don’t have to pay for the online services… for now. Seems like the classic case where they get you used to the services and make the services needed for all the features before they make a paid tier and start taking away features from the free tier
I VERY much doubt that will happen. People are always concerned about these things however the amount of actual times that happens in reality is very rare.
@@MadRC companies pulling a bait and switch like that is rare? I feel like that is one of the more classic ways they can increase their revenue in an easy (while devious) way that isn’t illegal (in most cases) Companies offering something for free before changing to charging for it (or components of it in “tiers”). We have seen this just extremely recently with service like LastPass, Netflix, Hulu, tons of games (overwatch to provide an immediate example). And these are just examples I can think of without using google or putting a singular second of thought. It isn’t always obvious that companies are doing this and often times fanboys of the given service will ignore that it is happening, but the shit is extremely common.
Hi everyone. I missed the link in the video originally but you can order the P1S here from Bambu. Just to confirm this is an affiliate link but again I will stress I would not recommend this printer or use their links if it was not as good as I said it is. I very carefully use links on my channel and the very fact I’m using them is a sign of trust I have for Bambu and their products.
shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2377904&u=2831068&m=138211&urllink=&afftrack=
Haha I read this as “I will stress I would not recommend this printer” the first time
For some reason it only shows that they deliver to China when I go to their website.
@@TheFeenux06I get the same issue, only several countries it'll ship to when using that link
@MadRC can you tell me what Filament and file you used for that rose you made? I'm about to pull the trigger and buy a P1S and I know my daughter and wife would love the rose. It looks amazing!
Hey, heads up that this link is no longer working
Man... these printers are an absolute breath of fresh air. I have both an X1C and a P1S. Absolutely in love! I sold all of my prusa printers and completely went bambu labs.
Yea they are fantastic. My worry is always trying to not sound like a I’m shilling it but they are that good.
@@MadRC I say give credit where credit is due. I've been printing for 15 years. I can testify. They ARE that good!
@@MadRC We have an X1C for testing purposes at the moment and it really is great, but there is one big show stopper that keeps me from dropping all our Crealitys, Sovols, Prusas etc. - and that is the proprietary approach of Bambu Labs. 3D printing is *only* where it is today because it comes from the open source community and was not padlocked behind patents, undocumented tech, lawsuits, greed and big corp pressure. I've read the statements from Bambu in regards of open source and frankly, their stance on it is pretty upsetting, even if hidden behind well written nothingness. As it stands, getting those printers puts you in a perfect vendor-lock-in scenario, and with 30+ years of experience in the tech sector I dare say, that is something you really, really want to avoid. It's MacOS all over again: take something the community created, close it down, put some proprietary parts on it and thus defile the whole idea it was based on.
@MadRC the fact we knew you'd worry about that before you said it means we trust you never would
As someone with both, how much better would you say the X1C is?
What is your recommendation for someone's only printer?
Thanks!
Got a PS1 three months ago and have been blown away ever since. It is truly amazing. I print 6 days out of seven and have yet to have a print fail. I have Creality and a Snapmaker which do not even come close to this machine. It is fantastic!!!
I got a ps5. What games you got?
bambu p1s is my first 3d printer and I love it. I literally have absolutely no experience with 3d printers. Two weeks ago I didn't know what slicing was. that's how new I am to 3d printer and its exactly what you explained. i love my bambu lad p1s.
When I order my P1S I'll be using your link. This was the most informative video I've seen on the pros and cons of each printer. Thanks!
Hi ! Thank you for this video! I've been watching this P1S for a few days now and just discovered your channel.
I love the fact that you're transparent about affiliate links and the fact that Bambu sent you this printer!
The LAN only mode having one lose functionalities that should not (in my opinion) require the use of a cloud is a real shame. I don't want any form of cloud, and I don't want to then pay for a camera that I wouldn't be able to use. Not sure yet if it's a dealbreaker for me, but that's certainly a blow.
You are absolutely on the money concerning P1S vs X1C. After the simple upgrade on P1S, of changing the hot end and extruder, gear you have what X1C can do. As for the display panels, I can't justify $500 for the difference. In fact what I can justify is the fact I already have 2 and am shooting for another 2. Four of P1S at $950 ea is $3.8g. Four of X1C is $6g. That's a lot of cash difference which can now go to alot of Ale, with a zero compromise in output quality.
Ale yeah
Great video! Just wanted to mention that polymers means plastic, which all filaments are.
I think you were referring to composites/abrasive materials. :)
I just bought the P1S combo and I’m happy I did. Great review!!
Did it come with any freebies like filament? What's in the box? 😂
Did you get the anti vibration feet?
@@twsbibanghorn7343 No filament but it does come with a few extra cutting blades and some small maintenance items extra. No "anti-vibration" feet that I know of. I might look into that more though. It's been rock solid since I got it.
Still printing flawlessly. The only issues I have had are with bad filament and with poor .stl files. The printer works perfectly though!
@MadRC ,
I am bummed that I got mine before you posted this video, or I would have indeed used your affilliate link to support your amazing work. I just wanted to say that I too have the P1S and it just worked brilliantly right out of the box. I have printed literally dozens of things up to this point and have never had a single issue or print failure. I did not get the version with the AMS because I just don't need it for the kind of printing I regularly do, but I DO use it to make multi-color TPU prints and the ease with which you can change filaments at specific layers is absolutely amazing. You simply right click on the layer in Bambu studio where you want to change the color, and insert a "pause" and then either use Studio or the touch pad to unload and then reload the new filament and hit "done", then press the "play" or continue button and the P1S picks up right where you left off and creates PERFECT multi layered color prints. It is absolutely mind blowing how easy and how good it is.
Great video, great review and my experiences 100% mirror yours sir.
Thanks, never noticed that before!
I just started my 3D printing journey a few months ago. Like many, I started with an Ender 3. I've done a handful of mods to improve it, but I am planning on moving onto the Bambu P1S next.
Awesome review which I totally share, I'm really in love with my P1S which I have now for a couple of months. It really is the best printer I have ever owned and used. When I bought it I was in doubt to get the X1 or the P1S but I have had no regrets what so ever, I upgraded the hotted to a hardened nozzle and the extruder to hardened gear and that is really all you need to print even the most exotic filaments. Also the prices of the replacement stuff are really reasonable. Overall a very good experience with the printer and AMS.
My printer is going to come next week. Im brand new to the 3D printing world but I am a 3D artist for more than 6 years. Time to make my art come to real life!
So this printer, hardened steel nozzle and gears and it's basically ready for everything I print.
Thanks for the brutal honesty Ian!
Gonna contemplate some more about buying, and probably use the affiliate link anyway, as it's well deserved!
Absolutely perfect review! You addressed every question I had and explained it. And I love that you touched on having the options vs not having.... a very true and honest review and helped more than you know! THANK YOU!
Buying a P1S myself. This will be my second 3D printer. My current printer is an inexpensive ANET ET4 and although it can print well at slow speeds. It's biggest drawback in the capacitive sensor used to sense bed leveling. It will often drift depending on temperature and becomes a pain having to re-adjust the sensor with a small screwdriver before every print cycle which can take 30 minutes or more. I'm hoping this printer will allow me enjoy more print time and less screwing around time. I'm going to try bed leveling the ET4 printer by adding a single optical sensor on the Z axis to detect the bed level without a sensor on the print head. If the bed is level, then one point alone should dictate the level. Wish me luck.
Best comparison video I've come across, thank you! You pointed out so many differences that most have left out.
I love mine. I was literally about to buy a P1P until I saw an announcement/video on P1S. I've had a number of Ender printers and this was by far the best I've had so far.
Thank you for this, this is the best review/comparison I've found so far as you touched on everything I wanted to know and simply so. Definitely going with the P1S, that camera is a bummer, though.
Best explanation video of differences between P1S and X1C that I have seen!
I'm going for the Bambu Labs P1S. Given your explanation, I can live with a lower quality camera (I've never had one before, so this is already a step forward).
I can live with having to use the SD card every now and then for the timelapses. And for the price difference, I would rather upgrade the P1S with, among other things, different nozzles and buy a Bambu Labs A1 Mini that I then use for small and 0.2 prints, for example. Or a resin printer instead of the A1 Mini.
I can live with the difference in screen. And a side that has not yet been treated. If the screen ever breaks, the P1S replacement screen is significantly cheaper (almost 5x) than an X1C replacement screen.
Thank you for the very clear explanation.
I had to pause the video and just say; what an amazing video quality and good voice!
Great review, really covered all the bases and explained the differences very clearly. Thank you. Ordered from your link.
I'm going from ender 3 s1 to the P1S just waiting for it to arrive can't wait for the speed, quality and ease of use.
How has the P1S been for you?
Well here we go.. I have owned the X1C for a few months and just pulled the trigger on the P1S because of this review 😅 I hope it really is close to print and leave as my carbon
What do you think now that you have had both for some time
@@hillnothey both print the same, I actually use my P1S more since I have PLA loaded into it and have ABS in my X1C. But I have used ABS on the P1S and it had identical print quality. With all the upgrades Bambu had done to the P1S the list of items exclusive to the X1C is very minimal and I’m sure over time will be non existent (from a software side). The X1C has a faster processor for things other than printing, when it comes to printing they are both press start and print. I have had 3 failures on the P1S out of like 100, and that was due to me not wiping off the build plate every so often. Save the cash and buy the P1S!
So a week and a half ago I upgraded from an old Ender 3 V2 by by buying two Ender 3 KE's. I had long ago put away my original Ender because it required too much Faffing around. The KE's were definitely an upgrade and printed nicely when they worked. One printed flawlessly. The other was wrought with issues .. all resolved with work ... then it suffered a catastrophic failure on the hot end. I took them both back and bit the bullet buying a P1S and an AMS. It prints like a dream with no print cleanup necessary when designed and oriented correctly. But either one and you will be happy!
Fantastic in depth review with the comparisons. Now I'm just waiting to see what they release on the 20th. A bigger build plate seals the deal
I'm planning on getting it(P1s+ams) sometime next year, after upgrading some old 3d printers and buying a Neptune 3 or 4 Max. Also, love the enclosure, unlike the P1P.
Flawless review! Thank you for your time
One difference most reviewers seem to miss is the light up name on the X1C extruder vs the P1P/S which doesn't light up. I extremely minor difference but for those chasing that LED bling clout....
Yes that fell into a few other other little things category.
Based on this video and coming from an Ender 3, I am stoked to have purchased the P1S with the AMS on Black Friday. Thank you !
That print speed is insane !
Thank you for the wonderful review. Will be getting a P1S with your link as a thank you 👍
I should have watched this video before buying my printer. But, I got the P1S anyways, so I'm happy with both these results, and my choice. I can make my own Touch Screen for it.
Hoorah! For the Xtouch dev!
Great review.
The only thing missing is your opinion on the noise. Now that I know that LAN mode would work fine for my needs, that's my only remaining concern.
It’s loud but it’s not K1 loud. It’s definitely louder than a Prusa but the Creality K1 is louder. The thing with the fast printers is the fans are all jacked up. I did miss this aspect in this review but I will be covering it later in a comparison.
I'm not sure you can get such a level of speed and performance without the noise. It's a trade off.
Will be buying my 1st 3d printer soon, going balls deep with the X1 Carbon Combo 😊
I have the X1 and was contemplating getting the P1S to use my .2 nozzle as I am constantly swapping them (even though it is a 3 minute job). As for the LiDAR, I HAVE noticed a difference. I typically do not run the filament calibration every print but I have noticed after several dozen hours of different prints the print quality 'degrades' enough to be noticeable. Running the filament calibration returns it to the quality I have come to expect. So if you run it for EVERY print or even every other print, you will not notice. However, dozens of prints with out calibrating it will show some degradation.
Excellent testing and review, Ian! Thanks!!! 😃
Awesome printer indeed!!!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
My p1s with ams comes soon. Im tired of wasting my design time fixing my ender 5 print issues. Cant waste my time fixing prints all day.
I love my ender 5 plus because the build size but its annoying to tweak all the time. Especially when it messes up at the end of a 25 hour print
Just picked this up and I’m excited that you also agree!
I got into 3D printing a few years back with a AnyCubic Vyper. It was a pretty good printer and my only real issue had to do with storing stringiness, but was resolved when I dehumidified my reels. I looked for a step up and decided on the P1S with AMS as I was looking at multi-color printing. As former electro-mechanical tech, this machine is well built and impressive; is it well very well built. Also, this machine is speedy, produces great quality prints, and I am definately a fan. I purchased the PS1 as the X1 was a bit out of my price range, and am not sorry about my purchase. I had a party and gave away 3D prints as prizes, and every who asked about 3D printing got my unsolicited Bambu labs recommendation.
If someone is looking for their next 3D printer, I have to say, the Bambu printers are in a league of their own and recommend them wholeheartedly.
Hey, I also went from an Anicubic Viper to the P1S with AMS. My viper had a little incident where the print head partialy melted. And the P1S ist orders of magnitude better and easyer to use.
Just got my P1S last week, it's a beast!
wow great video. i just bought a P1S as first printer. its in the post. wish me luck 😄
I picked up a cheap ender 3 printer and have gotten bit by the 3D printing bug. Buying one of these is my next step for sure.
great review, great printer and I guess I will get one later this year during the sales season in November.
I'm not in a hurry and usually would have started with a lot cheaper just to get into it and sell it if I would outgrow.
I also do not like that camera quality cause for such an expensive product they can not cut the cost at the final 10 or 15€ for a better camera, which is a shame. Will end in 6 months with a new offer: we listened: 60€ and you get a better camera
Which I would hate to see cause they had done it wrong from the beginning.
But after my overall good dji product experiences I might go with this one even though I hate to see all the registration and cloud and privacy issues considering that there is no need at all for that.
I will look for a buddy who has bought one and let me know his experience but the most recent purchases were elgoo pro 4 or so.
At about 5:20 it should be noted that Bambu states you should not use abrasive filaments (such as Carbon Fiber) with the AMS.
Is that still the case? That makes me lean towards not getting it then. Cf needs to stay enclosed more than most other filaments. Rather just get a nice drier box , manual changing filaments doesn’t seem hard to do
As someone who is still considering getting into 3D printing, and has been watching SOOO many videos on different printers, I will admit that I do like the look of the Bambu Lab offerings! I was considering the P1P - but with the release of the P1S, I think that, when I can afford it, I will more likely be going for the P1S! I just want a printer that works straight out of the box, produces good quality prints, and doesn't cost the Earth - and the P1S seems to fit the bill! 😃
It is a great printer.
Just ordered the p1s today. Never owned a 3d printer before, so watching other videos and talking to my brother, i ended up with the p1s with the AMS. Looking forward to try it out and start learning
Hey so what do you think?
Slicer aside, has it been as user friendly as you had expected? Im not new to 3D printing, just kind of over the whole tinkering process.
I just ordered a P1S today for, mostly, my son's sake. The ender 3 we have is a bit too discouraging with all the failed prints and tweaking required to make it print well on his own. Hoping the P1S will be way closer to plug and play for him.
@@DoggMatik I am very happy with it. It just works more or less perfectly out of the box. I printed a lot of stuff without major issues, and the issues i had was mostly my own fault by messing up slicer settings and thinking i knew more than i did ^^. I also had a major clog, again due to my own stupidity and setting the temps too high for pla, and while it was some work to be done to unclog it, It was fairly easy to disasemble and reasemble without any prior knowledge of printers or extruders
I have yet to run a fillament calibration and the generic settings have worked really good for me. Print quality has been really good, can't really see layer lines or anything like that. top surface can be a bit hit or miss, but ive yet to have a surface i had to reprint as the quality was to bad. My brother has been 3d printing since more or less the beginning, and he was blown away by the print quality.
I am 95% sure you and your son will love it and just do the regular basic maintenance and you will have a printer that works great for years
I've just used your link to purchase an X1-C. Not sure if you still get a payment as I'm UK.. Took all your review on board and you are probably right, X1 may not be worth the extra but I didn't want to regret not going for the X1..
I have an original Ender 3 which I have been using for 4 years, an Ender 5 and CR-10.. Looking forward to a trouble free multi colour printer..
Thank you for this honest review. I purchased with your affiliate link
I think the P1S is a good upgrade from P1P. I weighed the two for my first 3D printer and chose the P1S with AMS. I don't think the X1 is worth the $500 increase.
Nice video! I have the X1C and it is the best printer ever! I have also Rostock printer and CR Ender 5+, but the Rostock is old, 11 years, updated once to the newest parts.... about 4 years ago, so it's old in 3D world. And 3 years ago I gott CR so more than plenty printers under one roof! X1C is so incredible that it is almost hard to believe how well and fast + accuracy! I have a question: Is there any way to add the external spool holder and incorporate it with AMS? Thanks for your video!
I'm every time more and more convinced Bambu has done something special!
BTW, the AMS can't handle flexible filaments like TPU, unfortunately.
Finally time to retire my two trusty Wanhao Di3's. Thanks for the vid, really helpful.
Thank you for the advice Ian, I’m looking to update from my Ender 3 and this one is really interesting. Sorry, beginner question: is it possible to print without using the AMS? I have my own filament dryer, can you feed the machine from there too?
Awesome vid and love the Byte Off shirt! I'm on the fence in choosing between the K1 Max and Bambu Lab X1C. I'll be purchasing one of them for sure for an anniversary gift. Wondering which one you would choose between the two of them? Thanks and just subscribed!
Hey i have a X1 and its just amazing for the CF materials. Given we can replace the gears and hotend for the hardened steel versions, im assuming that the P1S can use all CF reinforced materials that bambu offer but i have seen peopel doubting this without giving good reasons. Have you tried this upgrade and printed with PLA-CF/PEG-CF/Nylon-CF etc.?
Are you able to change the filament color yourself when printing a model you want to have multiple colors without buying the AMS?
i think im gonna go with the Carbon, peace of mind for the lydar and the other features.
I have 2 x1 and PS1 love them they just work right out of the box. Also love ams works great
100%. Phenomenal printers
I've watched a few reviews of these printers, and this was my favorite! Thank you for the super thorough information!
Just looked at Bambu's accessories site for P1P (not P1S) upgrades and I couldn't find the cavity temperature sensor. So even if you wanted to make you own enclosure for the P1P, it looks like you couldn't get the cavity sensor. That's a reason for getting the P1S. But I hope Bambu makes that available for all the P1P users out there would would like to enclose their printer.
I have both and they are both pretty good, I also have the p1p.
What I've yet to see anyone do is compare print quality at slowest speed vs the other speeds of this and the X1
For price performance the PS1 is the one to get but the X1C has such a slick screen the P1S screen is embarrassing it would drive me insane
Any update on accessing the camera via LAN mode on the P1S?
Fantastic review, thanks for giving such a great, detailed comparison. Things have changed since the last time I got into 3DP as a hobby. I had a PrintrBot and it was a shame to see them dissolve after having a very reliable product. I was hoping to get your thoughts on the subject of longevity - for Bambu Labs, not their printers. Is this a flash in the pan or do you think they will be around for years like Prusa? It would be disappointing if they went under and then consumers had no access to spare parts or repair kits.
The next layer made a video with Dr ye tao and he said that if they went out of business then they will open source the hardware
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great information. I need to checkout your videos for tuning filaments on the x1 and p1, or just issue you may have encountered.
OUT OF THE BOX -- PERFECT PRINTS
Just bought the P1S. Can you elaborate more on the nozzle types as I would like to print ABS. On their site, it says that the .2mm and .4 (comes with the printer) are compatible with ABS.
Only complaint I have about the AMS is in regards to desiccant.
It really needs an external door with basket fur bulk.
100%
Just got a P1S. Done about a dozen prints and haven't had a single failed print so far, or honestly any issues at all. Coming from the constant struggle with the Anger A6 I've been nursing since 2017, it's incredible reliable P1S is.
19:08 Why on Earth do they make it so the prints are sent via Bambu's servers? What's the advantage? Great video by the way.
you used the word "polymer" in describing the hot end/extruder capabilities. are you referring to fiber filled or plastic alloy?
6 months and a few firmware updates later, how much of a difference do you think the lidar makes now? If the P1 had a better camera and and screen, I wouldn't even think about which one to get, but, that's where I am. I plan to print most all materials (Nylon, ASA, etc etc) and I wonder how much time/filament the lidar saves in calibrating.
Just bought one thanks to you 🙂
8 months later, is the P1S still the printer to get for most people? Just started doing my research and looking to buy my first 3D printer
100%. Today it remains overall the best option imo.
Great review! Cheers
I think 3:05 sold me on them hahah. I'm not a poor undergrad anymore so I'm ready to stop having a Creality and Anycubic that I have to FIGHT for a good 30min before it does a solid print.
"Time Laps". LOL. Great video. But it's "Time lapse." Thanks for your insight.
Hello, great and so detailed video. Thank you. Can you please confirm that the speed of this printer is really 500 mm/s? Does this mean that, for example, it will print lithophane 10*10 cm within two hours? Do you have experience with printing the lithophanes and what are your impressions regarding the precision and details of the printing? Does this printer have the ability to work only with FDM material or? Does the software come with it or not?
Sorry for the many questions, but simply no matter who I ask, no one can give me an answer, not even the distributors for 3d printers - not even in general about the printing speed. Once again, thank you very much.
Watch a few of you video now an very informative, so thanks for sharing.
I have a question, I'm fresh to 3D printers and set on the Bambu range. Should I choose the new A1 with AMS lite over the P1S?. The X1C is out of my price range. I'm thinking of future proofing. The A1/AMS seems to be the best value (And provides color options) but cannot print ABS, ASA etc. For the P1S I know I can purchase the AMS later if I need multiple color, and its provides the enclosure for ABS, ASA etc later if I decide the graduate to those filaments. Right now I'm torn on which to choose. Bed slinger or XY. The price of the P1S is like $150 dearer than the A1/AMS. Can you help guide me on best option here between the 1. I have excluded the P1P
So the real question is, at the same price point, is there another printer you would recommend, or is this the #1 choice?
I am thinking of replacing my Flashforge Adventurer 3 and getting a P1S. All the Adventurer 3 gives me is loading trouble every time I use it. Most prints fail as well.
I've had my P1S for a couple of weeks now, and it's by far the best and most reliable printer I've ever had. However, it's not perfect; the wireless connection is annoying, my Neptune 4 was far better with its wired connection (far more reliable). Also, the camera is absolute dogshit; the Neptune 4 can use any USB camera at 30fps. The P1S can only use the Bambu 720p camera, and runs at about 2 seconds per frame (not a typo), which is endlessly frustrating.
if you don't use the AMS right away , where does the filament go ? can you still do multicolor prints by swapping colors the old fashioned way ?
Great video. I am interested in getting this after years on working with Artillery Sidewinder and having lots of problems. When I click on the link it brings me to Bambu's site where I can't get it to ship to USA.
Really enjoyed this video. Learnt a thing or two that I didn't know before. I'm hoping to order a P1S in the near future. Would you recommend getting the AMS bundle even if I'm not all that interested in multi-coloured printing right now? (From a point of view of convenience when changing filaments and possible future proofing.)
From what I heard (don't have one yet) it is useful for continuing print (if there is not enough filament on one roll so it can continue using second the same one or other color).
Thanks! That's also one of the aspects that I'm considering.
Great review! Wasnt there some closed source software on p1 vs open source software on x1??? Think thats on bambu lab docs site under software section.
I think more emphasis needs to be put on parts availability and parts costs with all packaged printers.
Largely everything is available and fairly cheap to tbh.
All sounds good but, pun intended, how loud are they? How many dB standing next to the printer for a P1P, P1S, and X1C when printing slow, fast and ludicrous?
Absolutely fantastic machine. P1P is on offer for £550
Want to build a 3d print farm and start out with 4 printers at home. Would the x1c be a good choice?
I think I'm about to pick up the X1 Carbon. I keep going back and forth between them, but I think longterm it will be the better solution for me even as a hobbyist (who might turn it into a paying hobby at some point). This was a GREAT video and very informative. I did not know about the LAN setting for prints even though I won't need to use it. Subscribed and when I buy one this week I will use your affiliate link. Thank you!
Changing the feedrate on the bambu should not be in common use. Ludacris mode is misleading in every way.
I don’t know if you will respond but I’m looking into a printer for cosplay props and I was wondering should I be cleaning the plate with soap and water after every print?
Hi. Not every print but it’s good now and then or when you’re having issues. If your using glue stick then you will need to clear it regular. However if your using nothing or just a little lack or hairspray then once in a while it enlighten.
Old video but could use help from a pro. I'm a hobbyist with a x1c. I print 24/7 and love it. Have the money to buy another x1c and extra ams. Or should I buy 2 p1s and an extra ams. Almost same price. I don't think I need the ai anymore. But unsure if it's worth it or just get the x1 and 2 ams for my 2nd printer. I love the x1
Get the P1S imo. It’s 90% the x1.
So the X1 Carbon is a bad value add for the price but how is a P1S Vs the equivalent Elegoo model?
You don’t have to pay for the online services… for now. Seems like the classic case where they get you used to the services and make the services needed for all the features before they make a paid tier and start taking away features from the free tier
I VERY much doubt that will happen. People are always concerned about these things however the amount of actual times that happens in reality is very rare.
@@MadRC companies pulling a bait and switch like that is rare? I feel like that is one of the more classic ways they can increase their revenue in an easy (while devious) way that isn’t illegal (in most cases)
Companies offering something for free before changing to charging for it (or components of it in “tiers”). We have seen this just extremely recently with service like LastPass, Netflix, Hulu, tons of games (overwatch to provide an immediate example). And these are just examples I can think of without using google or putting a singular second of thought.
It isn’t always obvious that companies are doing this and often times fanboys of the given service will ignore that it is happening, but the shit is extremely common.
can I use nylon on the P1S? Great review, thanks
Excellent and very articulate review! Decided to use your link to order one. As a newbie, we will see what we will see...