Creality K2 Plus

Name: Creality K2 Plus
Brand: Creality
SKU: 3144

Manufacturer: Creality

The Creality K2 Plus is a large-format fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printer designed for users who need a spacious build area and high-speed output. It comes with a heated build platform, a 4.3″ touchscreen interface, and supports remote smartphone control alongside Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 4 connectivity, making it relatively straightforward to monitor and manage print jobs. The unit weighs 35,000 g and measures 495 × 515 × 640 mm, reflecting its substantial construction.

On the technical side, the K2 Plus operates at a maximum print speed of 600 mm/s and lays down layers as thin as 50 µm through a 0.4 mm nozzle fed by 1.75 mm filament. Its maximum creation size of 350 × 350 × 350 mm gives it a generous working envelope, and it handles PLA, ABS, and PETG materials. The printer draws up to 1,200 W during operation, includes one USB port and one RJ45 port for wired connectivity, supports power-loss recovery, and produces an audible noise level of around 45 dB. It is not pre-assembled and does not include automatic support-structure generation.

Pros

The 350 x 350 x 350 mm build volume provides a large cubic workspace suitable for producing sizable prints in a single run
A maximum print speed of 600 mm/s allows for fast turnaround on print jobs
Automatic bed leveling removes the need for manual calibration before each print
Power loss recovery means an interrupted print can resume rather than restart from the beginning
Supports PLA, ABS, and PETG filaments, covering a useful range of common printing materials
The 4.3-inch touchscreen combined with Wi-Fi 5 connectivity and remote smartphone support gives flexible control options

Cons

Operating power consumption of 1,200 W is notably high, which may be a factor for continuous or long-duration use
The printer does not come pre-assembled, requiring setup work before first use
No external memory card slot is available, limiting local file transfer options to a single USB port
Automatic support structure generation is not available, meaning supports must be configured manually in slicing software
At 35,000 g, the unit is heavy and not straightforward to reposition or move

Who is this for?

The Creality K2 Plus is well-suited for users who regularly work on large-format prints, given its 350 x 350 x 350 mm build volume that accommodates sizable models in a single run. Its 600 mm/s print speed and support for PLA, ABS, and PETG make it a practical choice for makers, prototypers, or small-scale producers who need throughput across a variety of materials. The automatic bed leveling, power loss recovery, and remote smartphone control also make it a reasonable fit for users who want a degree of automation and convenience in their workflow.

Who is this NOT for?

This printer is less suitable for users who need a portable or easily relocatable setup, as its 35,000 g weight and large physical footprint make it difficult to move. Those who require automatic support structure generation directly from the printer will find it lacking, since this feature is absent and must be handled through external slicing software. Additionally, its 1,200 W operating power draw makes it a poor fit for environments with limited electrical capacity or for users concerned about continuous high-power consumption during long print sessions.

General info:

file formats	3MF
weight	35000 g
Uses fused deposition modeling (FDM)	✓
Uses stereolithography (SLA)	✕
Uses selective laser sintering (SLS)	✕
height	640 mm
width	495 mm
thickness	515 mm
volume	163152 cm³

The Creality K2 Plus is an FDM (fused deposition modeling) 3D printer, meaning it does not use SLA or SLS technology. It accepts files in the 3MF format and has a physical footprint of 495 mm wide, 515 mm deep, and 640 mm tall, giving it a total volume of 163,152 cm³. At 35,000 g, the unit has a substantial build that reflects its large-format construction.

Components:

Creates support structures	✕
Has a heated build platform	✓
1.75mm filament diameter	✓
nozzle size	0.4 mm
3D print speed	600 mm/s
number of extruder heads	1

The Creality K2 Plus is equipped with a heated build platform and a single extruder head that uses 1.75 mm filament through a 0.4 mm nozzle. It reaches a maximum print speed of 600 mm/s, making for a fast output cycle. The printer does not include automatic support structure generation, so any required supports would need to be handled manually through slicing software.

Materials:

Prints in PLA	✓
Prints in ABS plastic	✓

The Creality K2 Plus supports printing in both PLA and ABS plastic, covering two of the most widely used filament types in FDM printing.

Print sizes:

layer thickness	50 µm
maximum creation size	350 x 350 x 350mm

The Creality K2 Plus offers a maximum build volume of 350 x 350 x 350 mm, providing a generous cubic workspace for large-format prints. Each layer is deposited at a thickness of 50 µm, allowing for a fine level of detail in the finished output.

Connectivity:

supports a remote smartphone	✓
has an external memory slot	✕
USB ports	1
RJ45 ports	1
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

The Creality K2 Plus supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) for wireless connectivity, and also includes one RJ45 port for a wired network connection. Remote smartphone control is supported, allowing users to manage print jobs without being physically present at the machine. For direct data transfer, there is one USB port, though the printer does not have an external memory card slot.

Features:

Has a display	✓
screen size	4.3"
has a touch screen	✓
bed levelling	Automatic bed leveling
has power loss recovery	✓
audible noise	45 dB
Is pre-assembled	✕
operating power consumption	1200W

The Creality K2 Plus features a 4.3″ touchscreen display for on-device control, along with automatic bed leveling to simplify the setup process before each print. It includes power loss recovery, so interrupted jobs can resume rather than restart from scratch. Operating power consumption sits at 1,200 W, and the unit produces around 45 dB of audible noise during use. The printer is not pre-assembled, meaning some assembly is required out of the box.

Miscellaneous:

prints with PETG	✓

The Creality K2 Plus is compatible with PETG filament, adding this flexible and durable material to its supported printing options.

Final Verdict

The Creality K2 Plus is a large-format FDM 3D printer that makes a clear case for users who prioritize build volume and throughput, combining a spacious 350 x 350 x 350 mm workspace with a 600 mm/s print speed alongside practical features like automatic bed leveling, power loss recovery, and multi-material support across PLA, ABS, and PETG. It does come with trade-offs — notably its substantial weight, high power draw, and the assembly and manual support configuration it demands from the user — but for makers, prototypers, or small production environments where output scale and speed matter most, the K2 Plus represents a well-specified option within its category.