Prusa · 2024
Print cost on the Prusa MK4S
The MK4S is the 2024 refresh of the MK4 — keeps the loadcell Nextruder and cartesian platform, but adds a new textured PEI sheet, improved heatsink and high-speed firmware optimizations. Same Prusa DNA of easy repair and modular upgrades.
Specs
- Average power
- 130 W
- Useful life
- 25,000 h
- Build volume
- 250 × 210 × 220 mm
- Best for
- Professionals
Example calculation
For a 50 g part in PLA, 6 h print time and 8% failure rate. Currency follows your selection at the top.
- Filament$1.10
- Energy$0.14
- Amortization$0.12
- Failures (8%)$0.11
- Unit Cost$1.47
- Final Consumer Price (3× / 6% / 2%)$6.39
Filaments that print well on the Prusa MK4S
Every material the Prusa MK4S handles reliably, grouped by what makes it compatible. Click any to open the calculator with that filament selected.
Standard filaments
Everyday materials — the Prusa MK4S prints them stock without tuning or hardware mods.
Flexible filaments (direct drive)
Direct-drive extrusion on the Prusa MK4S gives flexible materials the control Bowden setups can't.