Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer vs Anycubic Kobra 2 Plus
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose the Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo if you are looking for a compact and budget-friendly Cartesian 3D printer for the entry-level segment, equipped with Marlin firmware and a standard 220x220x250 mm build volume. Choose the Anycubic Kobra 2 Plus if you require a significantly larger print volume of 320x320x400 mm, a maximum speed of 500 mm/s, and additional features such as a filament sensor and Wi-Fi connectivity via Kobra OS.
| Parameter |
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer
Anycubic
F1 · Entry
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Kobra 2 Plus
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~350–450 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 56.4 × 60.5 × 63 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 13 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 320 × 320 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 400 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 400 W |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 320 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 400 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 260 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 90 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | False | True |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | false | false |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, and Simplify3D, supporting STL and OBJ formats. It features Marlin firmware with advanced functionalities like Linear Advance and Input Shaping. | Managed via Kobra OS with support for the Anycubic App over Wi-Fi and standard USB interfaces. Compatible with major market slicers. |
MakerSpecs Awards
Best price Entry
The lowest list price among entry-level Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM) machines: €174. The second cheapest starts at €260. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
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The differences that matter
- Print Volume and Footprint: The Kobra 2 Neo offers a 220x220 mm build area with a Z-height of 250 mm and a weight of 7.3 kg, whereas the Kobra 2 Plus expands to 320x320 mm with a 400 mm Z-height, increasing the total weight to 13 kg.
- Maximum Speed and Accuracy: The Plus model achieves a maximum print speed of 500 mm/s with a stated accuracy of 0.1 mm, doubling the 250 mm/s limit of the Neo model, for which no specific accuracy is stated.
- Ecosystem and Connectivity: The Neo utilizes Marlin firmware with local connection and support for STL and OBJ formats via standard slicers (Cura, PrusaSlicer, Simplify3D). The Plus adopts Kobra OS, adding Wi-Fi interface support through the Anycubic App alongside the USB connection.
- Filament Sensor and Temperatures: The Kobra 2 Plus includes a filament runout sensor as standard (absent on the Neo). Conversely, the Kobra 2 Neo reaches a higher maximum bed temperature of 110 °C compared to the 90 °C of the Plus, while both share the same maximum nozzle temperature of 260 °C.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if…
The Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo is the ideal choice for users entering 3D printing who want a compact device (weight 7.3 kg) within a limited budget ranging between approximately 149 and 199 euros. Despite costing less than half of the higher-tier model, it offers advanced vibration compensation (Input Shaping) managed by Marlin firmware and supports a slightly higher bed temperature of up to 110 °C, which is optimal for managing specific materials on its 220x220 mm build surface.
Choose Kobra 2 Plus if…
The Anycubic Kobra 2 Plus is recommended for intermediate-level users who need to produce large-scale components, thanks to an expanded 320x320 mm build area and a Z-height of 400 mm. The machine doubles the maximum speed performance to 500 mm/s, introduces a filament detection sensor, and integrates into the network ecosystem through Kobra OS and the Anycubic App via Wi-Fi, justifying the higher investment in the 350 to 450 euros price range.
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