Shortly after we published our Neptune 3 Pro review, Elegoo announced two new models of their 3rd generation FDM printer series. Apparently, all three 3D printers have the same features, and only the print volume differs. Of course, there is also a significant price difference. The Neptune 3 Max doubles the build volume size of the Neptune 3 Pro, making it the manufacturer’s most giant filament printer.
All three Neptune 3 (Pro, Plus, and Max) models feature auto bed leveling. While N3 Pro has 36-point, the N3 Plus 49-point, and the N3 Max 63-point mesh leveling. They have PEI magnetic sheet for easy model removal. Bed temperature can be set up to 100°C.
Intended to be used with all kinds of filaments, including TPU, the Elegoo Neptune 3 family is equipped with a Dual-Gear Direct Drive extruder. The nozzle temperature can be set up to 260°C, making it suitable for ABS filaments. The double lead screws and motor z-axis ensure stable z-movement (height) of the print head.
The Neptune 3 Max and Plus have a different power supply than the Pro edition. The wide AC voltage input range is designed to protect the 3D printer by accepting different voltage inputs to meet the application requirements (110v and 220v).
Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro vs Plus vs Max in-depth comparison
| Elegoo | Neptune 3 Pro | Neptune 3 Plus | Neptune 3 Max |
| Printing volume | 225x225x280mm | 320x320x400mm | 420x420x500mm |
| Z-axis | Double lead screws&motors | Double lead screws&motors | Double lead screws&motors |
| Bed leveling | 36-point Auto Mesh Leveling | 49-point Auto Mesh Leveling | 63-point Auto Mesh Leveling |
| Platform material | PEI Magnetic | PEI Magnetic | PEI Magnetic |
| Bed temperature | 100°C | 100°C | 100°C |
| Extruder type | Dual-Gear Direct Drive | Dual-Gear Direct Drive | Dual-Gear Direct Drive |
| Throat tube | Titanium Alloy Throat Tube | Titanium Alloy Throat Tube | Titanium Alloy Throat Tube |
| Nozzle temperature | 260°C | 260°C | 260°C |
| Cooling fans | Double-sided cooling fans | Double-sided cooling fans | Double-sided cooling fans |
| Illumination | LED light bar | LED light bar | LED light bar |
| Printing speed | 30-180mm/s | 30-180mm/s | 30-180mm/s |
| Price | $230 | $350 | $470 |
Will a Neptune 3 Pro fit a wearable cosplay helmet? Or only the Plus and Max
Do they offer a dual extruder version?
The difference between these Neptune 3s is the size of the pizza you can print with them :))
Bigger isn’t always better! To be honest, I prefer the Pro over the Plus and Max
I won the Neptune 3 Pro and Plus, and just noticed something weird. In CURA, the same model sliced for N3 Plus takes 21 hours, and for N3 Pro, 23 hours. Why?
I have the Neptune 3 Pro and the 3 Plus, and I’ll probably buy the Max to make de series complete:)
Has the Max springs and leveling knobs?
Yes, it has! Both Plus and Max large-size printers come with manual leveling in addition to auto-bed leveling.
Has the Neptune 3 series dual extruder version?
what is that big hype around the Neptune 3 Plus and Max?
Uncle Jessy already published a review of the Elegoo Neptune 3 Plus, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtPhh1G-hbI enjoy!
Might have to ask for one of these printers for Christmas :D
What are the physical dimensions of the Neptune 3 Plus?
Is the Neptune Max available for orders?
I read that the Max and Plus will be on sale only next month!
The Veruca Salt in me says “I WANT IT NOW!!!!!”
I’m not a big fan of Elegoo, but that Neptune 3 Max would have a special place on my workbench :)
The Neptune 3 Max will sell like sweet candy
Why do you need such big print volume (420x420x500mm)? I always print my models from 2-3 pieces and glue them together.
I 3d print RC airplanes. The wings print in 4 to 5 pieces and have to be glued together. I want to be able to print an entire wing in 1 pieces and not have to glue it together. This is really important for the structural integrity of the wing. The planes I build have just under a 1 meter wing span so to be able to print a single wing already assembled I would need a printer with a 500mm Z axis.
There are core XY printers out there with a 600mm plus bed length that would print your wings in 1 to 2 pieces. as well as the creality line which, along with others, has a 500mm z-axis.
Your other option is a belt printer which has 1 axis labeled as unlimited.
is that a serious question?
im also waiting for the MAX!!!!!