In almost any scenario the A1 mini is better. Here’s why:
- the A1 mini is more portable and can travel easier.
- the A1 mini is dirt cheap: $200!
- there is a discussion Multi plate automation for A1 mini and if you buy the product, you can print multiple plates in a row, which isn’t possible for any other Bambu printer (yet).
- the A1 mini is compatible with almost all of the A1’s filament.
The only reasons to get the A1 would be:
- to print large models
- to get a student discount
- to set up the world’s most unproductive print farm
Clearly the A1 mini is better.