P1P vs Centauri Carbon - Honest Comparison! Is the $299 Printer Worth It?
🤔 The results surprised me... After thorough testing of the $299 Elegoo Centauri Carbon against the Bambu Lab P1 series, I discovered some interesting findings that every maker should know about.
⚡WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:
✅ Side-by-side speed and quality comparisons
✅ Complete feature breakdown and real-world testing
✅ Honest pros and cons of both ecosystems
✅ Which printer is right for YOUR needs
✅ Setup experience comparison
✅ Large print performance analysis
🎯 KEY FINDINGS:
• Similar print quality between both printers
• Centauri Carbon offers excellent value at $299
• Each printer excels in different areas
• Higher hotend temps on Centauri (320°C vs 300°C)
• Larger touchscreen included
• Built-in activated carbon filter
• Different software ecosystems serve different users
🛒 LINKS TO BOTH PRINTERS:
• Elegoo Centauri Carbon ($299): https://elegoo.sjv.io/Oe5oDn
• Elegoo Centauri Open Frame ($199): https://elegoo.sjv.io/zxqXG64
• Bambu Lab P1P: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/p1p
• Bambu Lab P1S: https://us.store.bambulab.com/products/p1s
🎓 GREAT FOR:
• STEM educators exploring options
• Experienced makers wanting value
• Anyone comparing 3D printer options
• Makers considering multiple printer setups
• Those interested in CoreXY technology
❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED:
• How does Elegoo Centauri Carbon compare to Bambu Lab?
• What's the best value 3D printer in 2025?
• Should I choose Elegoo or Bambu Lab?
• Centauri Carbon vs P1P detailed comparison
• Best 3D printer for different skill levels
• Budget CoreXY 3D printer options
• Enclosed vs open frame 3D printers
🔧 SPECS COMPARISON:
Build Volume: 256x256x256mm (both)
Motion: CoreXY systems (both)
Max Speed: 500mm/s (both)
Acceleration: 20,000mm/s² (both)
Centauri Carbon highlights: 320°C hotend, 110°C bed, carbon filter, larger screen
Bambu highlights: Multi-color ready, mature software, mobile app, established ecosystem
⚠️ TRANSPARENCY NOTE:
I purchased this printer independently to provide an honest comparison. No sponsorship from either company influenced this review.
🚀 MORE HELPFUL CONTENT:
• 3D Printer Buying Guides
• STEM Project Tutorials
• Print Quality Optimization Tips
• Material Testing & Reviews
• Educational 3D Printing Setup
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro
00:45 – Centauri Carbon
01:59 – Unboxing Starts
03:15 – Assembly
05:29 – Thoughts About the Assembly
05:49 – Start Up and Calibration
09:22 – Loading Up the Filament
10:48 - First Benchy Print
12:03– Round 1 P1P vs Centauri Benchy Test
14:22 – Bambu Slicer vs Elegoo Slicer
15:45 – Printing K2SO Helmet
17:59 – Round 2 P1P vs Centrauri K2SO Helmet
22:47 – Elegoo Centauri Carbon Specs vs Bambu Lab P1P
26:37 – Deference With the Centauri vs the P1P
27:59 – Conclusion
29:41 – Thank you!
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