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Our research indicates the P2S Combo 3D Printer and AMS 2 Pro is $100 lower (14% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
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P2s or X2D?? Newbie here and trying to get into this hobby. Going to return my ps5 for this
Asked Claude too and hope other can make an informed decision
Since you said price isn't a factor and you're brand new to 3D printing: **go with the P2S.**
Here's why, given your situation:
- **Single nozzle = simpler learning curve.** The X2D's dual-nozzle workflow (assigning materials per nozzle, managing prime towers) has a real learning curve — even experienced reviewers note the filament-assignment logic "still needs work." As a first printer, that's friction you don't need yet.
- **The P2S isn't a "lesser" machine** — it shares the same extruder architecture, AMS 2 Pro compatibility, and build volume as the X2D's main nozzle. It's quieter than expected, has a genuinely good touchscreen, and you'll be printing confidently within an hour of unboxing.
- **The X2D's advantages are workflow-specific**, not beginner-relevant: soluble supports without purge waste, faster multi-color prints, and better air filtration . These matter once you *know* you need multi-material, dissolvable supports, or engineering-grade materials (nylon, ASA) — not on day one.
- The P2S is simpler to maintain due to its straightforward setup, while the X2D needs a bit more attention in return for its flexibility.
**When you'd want the X2D instead:** if you already know you'll be doing multi-color figurines/props regularly, printing engineering materials that need a hotter, better-ventilated chamber, or need clean dissolvable supports for complex geometry. None of that is typical "learning to 3D print" territory.
Start with the P2S, get comfortable with slicing/printing basics, and if you hit a real wall (not a hypothetical one), the X2D or an upgrade path will make a lot more sense to you by then.
Claude is dumb - there is no reason to get the P2s once the X2D was released.
Claude is dumb - there is no reason to get the P2s once the X2D was released.
For context, at release the X1C was $1199 no-combo, $1449 with AMS. P1S was $699 and $949 with AMS - so $500 price diffference.
When the P2S was released, people jumped to it - better nozzles, lots of little fixes over the years, same price, etc.
Many people expected the X2 to be $999+, maybe 1099 or 1199 as it was releasing later.
When it was released at only $100 price difference with dual nozzles, active chamber heating, built-in exhaust filtration, better belts, extra hot-end, it made the p2s buyers pretty annoyed. There is basically no reason to buy the p2s at that price difference - but I guess bambu thought with more competition on the market, they couldn't do $1k+.
I'm using x2d with PETG support material and PLA Pro main material and the print time is just MARGINALLY slower than my h2d doing the same thing. I can't think of one reason to buy the p2s unless you need that $100 to feed your family.
Claude is dumb - there is no reason to get the P2s once the X2D was released.
New to the 3d printing world....I am getting the P2S because I'm not sure if this is something that will catch on in my house and I am already pushing my budget by dropping $699 on it (with the AMS).
P2S is back in stock but code isn't working anymore
Yeah just saw code no longer worked also. Bummer. $599 is a great price for the P2S combo, especially when Bambu has the P1S w/ AMS 2 Pro for $539. $60 more gets you a newer model.
Fingers crossed it comes back, or that some other deals will pop up over summer with several outlets dropping price a bit compared to earlier in year.
Just got an email that order is out of stock and no estimate on stock... I wonder if the charge falls off until they ship or if it sticks while waiting.
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Asked Claude too and hope other can make an informed decision
Since you said price isn't a factor and you're brand new to 3D printing: **go with the P2S.**
Here's why, given your situation:
- **Single nozzle = simpler learning curve.** The X2D's dual-nozzle workflow (assigning materials per nozzle, managing prime towers) has a real learning curve — even experienced reviewers note the filament-assignment logic "still needs work." As a first printer, that's friction you don't need yet.
- **The P2S isn't a "lesser" machine** — it shares the same extruder architecture, AMS 2 Pro compatibility, and build volume as the X2D's main nozzle. It's quieter than expected, has a genuinely good touchscreen, and you'll be printing confidently within an hour of unboxing.
- **The X2D's advantages are workflow-specific**, not beginner-relevant: soluble supports without purge waste, faster multi-color prints, and better air filtration . These matter once you *know* you need multi-material, dissolvable supports, or engineering-grade materials (nylon, ASA) — not on day one.
- The P2S is simpler to maintain due to its straightforward setup, while the X2D needs a bit more attention in return for its flexibility.
**When you'd want the X2D instead:** if you already know you'll be doing multi-color figurines/props regularly, printing engineering materials that need a hotter, better-ventilated chamber, or need clean dissolvable supports for complex geometry. None of that is typical "learning to 3D print" territory.
Start with the P2S, get comfortable with slicing/printing basics, and if you hit a real wall (not a hypothetical one), the X2D or an upgrade path will make a lot more sense to you by then.
When the P2S was released, people jumped to it - better nozzles, lots of little fixes over the years, same price, etc.
Many people expected the X2 to be $999+, maybe 1099 or 1199 as it was releasing later.
When it was released at only $100 price difference with dual nozzles, active chamber heating, built-in exhaust filtration, better belts, extra hot-end, it made the p2s buyers pretty annoyed. There is basically no reason to buy the p2s at that price difference - but I guess bambu thought with more competition on the market, they couldn't do $1k+.
I'm using x2d with PETG support material and PLA Pro main material and the print time is just MARGINALLY slower than my h2d doing the same thing. I can't think of one reason to buy the p2s unless you need that $100 to feed your family.
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Fingers crossed it comes back, or that some other deals will pop up over summer with several outlets dropping price a bit compared to earlier in year.
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