Bambu Lab A1 vs. Bambu Lab A1 mini
Both printers compared directly. The better value is marked in green, where this can be determined objectively.
The key differences
- The Bambu Lab A1 mini is cheaper (under €200) than the Bambu Lab A1 (€200 to €400).
- The Bambu Lab A1 has the larger build volume (256 × 256 × 256 mm).
| Bambu Lab A1 | Bambu Lab A1 mini | |
|---|---|---|
| Price range | €200 to €400 | under €200 |
| Price in the manufacturer's shop | from €259 (As of 7 Oct 2026) | from €189 (As of 7 Oct 2026) |
| Design | Bed slinger | Bed slinger |
| Enclosure | open | open |
| Build volume | 256 × 256 × 256 mm (16.8 l) | 180 × 180 × 180 mm (5.8 l) |
| Dimensions | 385 × 410 × 430 mm | 347 × 315 × 365 mm |
| Weight | 8.3 kg | 5.5 kg |
| Speed (max.) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Acceleration (max.) | 10,000 mm/s² | 10,000 mm/s² |
| Nozzle (max.) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Print bed (max.) | 100 °C | 80 °C |
| Extruder | Direct drive, quick-change hotend | Direct drive, quick-change hotend |
| Calibration | fully automatic calibration incl. Z offset | fully automatic calibration |
| Multi-colour printing | optional with AMS lite (up to 4 colours, available as Combo) | optional with AMS lite (up to 4 colours, available as Combo) |
| Materials (according to the manufacturer) | PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA | PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA |
| Camera | yes, up to 1080p, timelapse | yes, up to 1080p |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, app, PC software | Wi-Fi, microSD, app |
| Display | 3.5" touchscreen | 2.4" touchscreen |
Who is which one suitable for?
Bambu Lab A1
Beginners and hobby makers who want good results quickly and, if needed, multi-colour printing.
- Very fast for a bed slinger
- Multi-colour printing can be retrofitted cheaply
Bambu Lab A1 mini
Beginners, children's rooms and craft rooms with little space.
- Very affordable and compact
- Lots of automation, hardly any tuning
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