Anycubic Kobra 2 Max vs Anycubic Kobra S1 Max
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Max and Kobra S1 Max are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 2 Max if work area matters more; choose Kobra S1 Max if maximum colors matters more.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | ~599–799 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 73.5 × 64 × 74 cm | 50.27 × 48.3 × 58.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21 kg | — |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 350 × 350 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 500 mm | 350 mm |
| Power (W) | 500 W | 2200 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 220 V |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 350 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 500 mm | 350 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 350 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 90 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | Yes |
| Max colors | 1 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and Cura. It features Wi-Fi connectivity managed through the Anycubic app, while still allowing offline use via USB. | The firmware runs on a proprietary Kobra OS layer built on top of Klipper; the official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next, derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS. Third-party OrcaSlicer is also supported. Remote monitoring and control are available via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over LAN, with no mandatory cloud connection required for ordinary printing operations. Unlike the Combo version, the ACE 2 Pro module is not included in the box. |
The differences that matter
- Maximum colors: Kobra 2 Max 1 vs Kobra S1 Max 4 — Kobra S1 Max wins (+300%)
- Closed chamber: Kobra S1 Max yes, Kobra 2 Max no
- Work area: Kobra 2 Max 420×420 mm vs Kobra S1 Max 350×350 mm — Kobra 2 Max wins (+44%)
- Maximum Z height: Kobra 2 Max 500 mm vs Kobra S1 Max 350 mm — Kobra 2 Max wins (+43%)
- Price: Kobra 2 Max 550 € vs Kobra S1 Max 699 € — Kobra 2 Max wins (+27%)
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra S1 Max if…
you value maximum colors, closed chamber and max nozzle temperature.
Where to buy
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
- ELEGOO PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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- SUNLU PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- SUNLU PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- OVERTURE PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)High speed1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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