Summary of "BAMBU LAB P2S REVIEW - IS IT REALLY THAT GOOD ? #bambulab @BambuLab"

Quick verdict

The P2S is a thoughtful, well‑executed refresh of the P1S: not revolutionary but meaningfully improved. Recommended as a polished, reliable mid‑range enclosed 3D printer for both beginners and experienced makers. Better overall than the X1 Carbon in most respects, with the main remaining X1 advantage being a hotter 120 °C bed option.

Key specs and hardware changes

Build volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm (same as P1S).
Hotend: hardened‑steel hotend rated to ~300 °C with quick‑swappable nozzles.
Bed: spring‑steel sheets; bed can reach ~110 °C (rod‑style heating).
Touchscreen: 5‑inch full‑color touchscreen (matches H‑series UI).
Camera: internal Full HD camera with AI (spaghetti detection, build‑plate recognition).
Cooling: side‑mounted intake fans and a temperature‑sensitive flap that closes for high‑temp prints and recirculates air through a carbon filter.
AMS compatibility: ships as a combo with AMS Pro 2 (built‑in drying); compatible with AMS HD and original AMS1. (Video mentions up to 20 colors in total.)
Mechanical changes: steel guide rods (replacing carbon fiber), redesigned tool head, hardened steel extruder gears, servo‑driven extruder with filament‑jam detection.
Other hardware: LED interior lighting, mechanically retractable filament cutter, side spool holder, dual AMS ports/filament buffer.

Print performance & materials tested

Materials tested: PLA, PETG (P2G mentioned), TPU, ASA, nylon, carbon‑fiber reinforced polycarbonate.
Results: strong first layers, smooth surfaces, clean overhangs, accurate small details, and consistent layer quality across materials.
Multimaterial/multicolor: AMS Pro 2 produced precise multi‑color prints without color bleeding or alignment errors.
Minor artifact: vertical fine artifacts (VFAs) observed on slow, flat surfaces — typically resolved by increasing print speed or adjusting firmware/settings.
Overall: print quality described as excellent and reliable.

Notable features and improvements

Quick‑swap nozzles for easier maintenance.
Servo‑driven extruder with filament jam detection (unusual in this class).
Built‑in AI camera features for failure detection and plate recognition.
Dual AMS ports and simple connection for multiple AMS units (no extra accessories needed for two AMS units).
All major components designed to be swappable.
Ergonomics: silver finish, hand pockets for carrying, flexible rubber feet to reduce vibration.
Smart cooling that keeps the chamber around ~50 °C for better high‑temp printing while allowing the flap and carbon filter to manage air recirculation.

Pros

Significant usability and ergonomics upgrades over the P1S.
Excellent print quality across many materials, including high‑temp and fiber‑filled filaments.
Smart, adaptive cooling and a stabilized chamber temperature (~50 °C).
Full HD camera with AI improves failure detection and monitoring.
Robust mechanical components (hardened gears, steel rods) for longevity.
Strong multimaterial ecosystem (AMS Pro 2 plus compatibility with other AMS versions).
Good out‑of‑the‑box integration with the Bambu ecosystem (Bambu Studio, Handy App).

Cons / caveats

Not a fully heated chamber (holds ~50 °C internally).
PLA/PETG exhaust is unfiltered during normal cooling/exhaust — warm/cool unfiltered air can escape through housing gaps (a left‑side auxiliary fan mount allows adding a filtration mod).
Heated bed uses rod‑style heating rather than a silicon/PCB mat, which may cause some temperature unevenness on very large prints.
Door opens only to ~110°, which can feel tight in cramped workspaces.
Bambu ecosystem is tightly integrated and can be restrictive for users who want full control with third‑party slicers, custom firmware, or zero cloud dependence; some G‑code/app operations feel clunky.
Minor VFAs on slow flat surfaces unless speed/firmware tuned.

Comparisons

Compared to P1S: the P2S refines and fixes many issues — more modern UI, hardened parts, better cooling, camera upgrades, and improved multimaterial handling.
Compared to X1 Carbon: P2S reportedly has the advantage in almost every category (modern, capable, better value) except the X1 retains the advantage for those needing a 120 °C bed.

User experience and workflow notes

Interface now matches the H‑series UI for a smoother experience.
Camera + AI reduces failed prints and helps ensure correct build plate usage.
Multicolor workflow improved — AMS Pro 2 with drying helps handle complex projects without frequent manual swaps.
Users who heavily rely on third‑party tools may find the closed Bambu ecosystem less flexible.

Numerical specs mentioned

Build volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm
Hotend temperature: up to ~300 °C
Bed temperature: up to ~110 °C
Internal chamber temperature: ~50 °C
Touchscreen size: 5 inches

Speakers / perspective

Single reviewer/host (Allesio) presents the evaluation, tests, and conclusions. No other differing perspectives were included in the provided subtitles.

Overall recommendation

The Bambu Lab P2S is a strong, reliable mid‑sized enclosed printer that meaningfully improves on the P1S with better mechanics, smarter cooling, an HD camera with AI, and stronger multimaterial support. It’s a solid pick for most users; consider alternatives (like the X1 Carbon or different ecosystems) only if you specifically need a 120 °C bed, full open control over firmware/slicers, or a fully heated chamber.