Bambu Lab P1S with AMS vs Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 3D printer
Buy the P1S with AMS if you need an enclosed printer for ABS and ASA, multi-color output, or remote monitoring. Buy the Ender-3 V3 SE if you want a low-cost open-frame printer for PLA and PETG and don't mind assembling and tuning. The P1S has traded between $11.36 and $349.00 since October 28, 2026; no current price was given for the Ender-3 V3 SE, so compare live listings before deciding.
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Bambu Lab P1S with AMS
5Choose the P1S with AMS if you print ABS or ASA, want four-color prints without manual spool swaps, or need a camera for remote monitoring and timelapses.
Pros
- Enclosed chamber holds heat for ABS and ASA
- AMS gives four-color prints without manual swaps
- 300°C hotend and 256 mm cube build volume
- Built-in camera for remote checks and timelapses
- Auto bed leveling and roughly 15-minute setup
Cons
- Price has swung widely, from $11.36 to $349.00 since October 28, 2026
- AMS adds cost and complexity if you print one color
- Enclosed design makes it bulkier and heavier
What separates them
| Bambu Lab P1S with AMS | Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 3D printer | |
|---|---|---|
| Build volume | 256 x 256 x 256 mm | 220 x 220 x 250 mm |
| Enclosure | Fully enclosed, suited to ABS and ASA | Open frame, drafts and fumes affect ABS |
| Multi-color printing | AMS handles four spools automatically | Single spool, manual swaps only |
| Max nozzle temperature | 300°C | 260°C |
| Max speed | Up to 500 mm/s claimed | 250 mm/s max, 180 mm/s typical |
| Assembly and setup | About 15 minutes, auto bed leveling | Partial assembly, CR Touch auto leveling |
| Camera and remote monitoring | Built-in camera with timelapse | None built in |
Price history
$349.00$11.36
- Bambu Lab P1S with AMS: lowest $11.36 on Oct 28; $349.00 on Nov 1.
- Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 3D printer: lowest $179.00 on Nov 1 at Creality USA.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Bambu Lab P1S with AMS | Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 3D printer |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Black | — |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for printing ABS?
- The P1S. Its enclosed chamber traps heat and its hotend reaches 300°C, which reduces warping. The Ender-3 V3 SE is open frame and tops out at 260°C, so ABS prints tend to split and lift.
- Do I need the AMS?
- Only if you want multi-color or multi-material prints without swapping spools by hand. The P1S also prints fine with a single spool, and skipping the AMS lowers the cost.
- Which is easier for a first printer?
- The P1S. It sets up in about 15 minutes with auto bed leveling and works from a phone. The Ender-3 V3 SE needs partial assembly and more tuning, though CR Touch handles leveling.
- Is the P1S worth the extra money?
- Yes if you print ABS, ASA, or multi-color. The enclosure, 300°C hotend, camera, and AMS are things the Ender-3 V3 SE cannot match. For PLA-only printing on a tight budget, the Ender-3 V3 SE covers the basics.
- Which prints faster?
- The P1S. Bambu Lab rates it up to 500 mm/s, while the Ender-3 V3 SE lists 250 mm/s max and 180 mm/s typical. Real speeds depend on the model and filament.
- Which has the larger build volume?
- The P1S at 256 x 256 x 256 mm versus 220 x 220 x 250 mm on the Ender-3 V3 SE. The difference matters for large single-piece prints.