Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo vs Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer and Kobra 3 Combo are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer if price matters more; choose Kobra 3 Combo if max print speed matters more.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~149–199 € | ~400–500 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | 06/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 44 × 44 × 48.5 cm | 45.3 × 50.5 × 48.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 7.3 kg | 9.2 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 220 × 220 mm | 250 × 250 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | 400 W | 400 W |
| Maximum speed | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 220 mm | 250 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 250 mm | 260 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 260 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 250 mm/s | 600 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | No |
| Filament sensor | No | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | No | Yes |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | No | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | — | No |
| Max colors | 1 | 4 |
| 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. | It runs Kobra OS (based on Klipper) with a 4.3-inch touch interface. It is compatible with Anycubic Slicer for color management and connects via Wi-Fi for remote monitoring through the app. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 174 € vs Kobra 3 Combo 450 € — Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer wins (+159%)
- Max print speed: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 250 mm/s vs Kobra 3 Combo 600 mm/s — Kobra 3 Combo wins (+140%)
- Maximum colors: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 1 vs Kobra 3 Combo 4 — Kobra 3 Combo wins (+300%)
- Work area: Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer 220×220 mm vs Kobra 3 Combo 250×250 mm — Kobra 3 Combo wins (+29%)
- Filament sensor: Kobra 3 Combo yes, Kobra 2 Neo 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra 2 Neo if…
you value price. It is the cheapest in its class.
Choose Kobra 3 Combo if…
you value max print speed, maximum colors and work area.
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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 →
- Bambu Lab PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
- 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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