Anycubic Kobra 2 Max vs Anycubic Kobra S1
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Anycubic Kobra 2 Max if you need a large build volume of 420×420×500 mm for oversized parts. Choose Anycubic Kobra S1 if you prefer a closed CoreXY setup with native Klipper firmware, higher temperatures, and multi-color printing up to 8 colors.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Max
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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Kobra S1
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~500–600 € | 549 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 73.5 × 64 × 74 cm | 40 × 41 × 49 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21 kg | 18 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 420 × 420 mm | 250 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 500 mm | 250 mm |
| Power (W) | 500 W | — |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.05 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 420 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 500 mm | 250 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 320 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 90 °C | 120 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | True |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | True |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | True |
| Max colors | 1 | 8 |
| 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 Kobra OS firmware is based on Klipper and controlled via a proprietary touch interface. The official slicer is Anycubic Slicer Next (derived from OrcaSlicer, available for Windows and macOS), but it also supports third-party OrcaSlicer. Remote control is possible via the Anycubic app (iOS/Android) over a local network, with no mandatory cloud connection for daily operations. |
The differences that matter
- Build Volume and Footprint: Anycubic Kobra 2 Max features a much larger build volume of 420×420×500 mm compared to 250×250×250 mm for Kobra S1, which results in a significantly larger external size (73.5×64×74 cm vs 40×41×49 cm).
- Kinematics and Enclosure: Kobra 2 Max uses an open Cartesian setup with 500 W power, whereas Kobra S1 features a CoreXY kinematics with a fully enclosed chamber.
- Thermal Specifications: Kobra S1 achieves significantly higher maximum temperatures for both the nozzle (320 °C vs 260 °C on Kobra 2 Max) and the heated bed (120 °C vs 90 °C).
- Firmware and Multi-color: Kobra S1 includes native Klipper firmware (via Kobra OS with a touch interface) and supports multi-color printing up to 8 colors via an accessory, while Kobra 2 Max is limited to 1 color and lacks native Klipper.
- Maximum Speed: Kobra S1 reaches a maximum speed of 600 mm/s, exceeding the 500 mm/s limit of Kobra 2 Max.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Max if…
Choose Anycubic Kobra 2 Max if build volume is your top priority. With a 420×420 mm working area and 500 mm Z-height, this 2023 Cartesian machine is ideal for manufacturing large components in a single piece, offering compatibility with popular slicers like PrusaSlicer and Cura alongside Wi-Fi or offline USB connectivity.
Choose Kobra S1 if…
Choose Anycubic Kobra S1 if you want more recent technologies (2025 launch) packed into a compact footprint (40×41×49 cm). It is suitable for those requiring a closed-chamber CoreXY kinematics, nozzle temperatures up to 320 °C, bed temperatures up to 120 °C, native Klipper firmware (Kobra OS), and support for multi-color printing up to 8 colors with an accessory.
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